Tezpur Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
historical city in Assam
About Tezpur
Tezpur (tehz-pooror tehj-poor - not to be confused with the similar-soundingDispur) is the administrative headquarters of the Sonitpur district of Assam. The city's existence dates back to the Vedic period. It is a major tourist hotspot with a growing commercial market. It has numerous tea plantations and acts as a gateway toArunachal PradeshthroughBhalukpong. The name Tezpur means'town of blood'. According toHindu Puranic scriptures, the ruler of Sonitpur, Banasura had a daughter named Usha. Banasura locked her up in a fortress called Agnigarh as many young suitors had come to him asking for her hand. Once in a dream, Usha fell in love with Aniruddha, the grandson of Lord Krishna. Usha's friend Chitralekha who was an artist helped Usha portray Aniruddha. Chitralekha, through her supernatu
Top Attractions in Tezpur
Explore the best things to see and do in Tezpur:
- ★Agnigarh
- ★Anwar Cinema Hall
- ★Bamuni Hills
- ★Bhairabi Temple
- ★Chitralekha Udyan
- ★Da Parbatia Gate
- ★Gold Digital Cinema
- ★Ketakeshwar Dewalay
Where to Eat in Tezpur
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Domino's Pizza
- 🍴Heritage Tezpur
- 🍴Hotel Susuma
- 🍴Jyothi's Kitchen
- 🍴Kalash Restaurant
- 🍴KFC
Where to Stay in Tezpur
- 🏨Heritage Tezpur
- 🏨Hotel Amber
- 🏨Hotel Angel
- 🏨Hotel Kalash
- 🏨Hotel KF
- 🏨Hotel KRC Palace
Tezpur Travel Guide Sections
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