Places to visit in Dibrugarh, Assam

Dibrugarh is a town located on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River in Assam. It is one of the easternmost parts of India. And because of its unique isolated location, it is, in a way, cut off from mainland India. With minimal industrial growth (except in the tea industry), Dibrugarh has a close connection to nature featuring crystal clear blue skies and pure oxygen to breathe. Located on the banks of mighty Brahmaputra river, this lesser known and as yet less explored town of Dibrugarh is home to vast tea gardens that provide a breath-taking landscape of lush greenery. So, let's explore this town together.

1. Tea estates

50% of India's Assamese tea crop is grown in the districts of Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, and Sivasagar combined. A drive through Dibrugarh will bemuse you with umpteen shades of green in a single expanse of a tea estate.

2. DTP Dyke

DTP Dyke is a riverside promenade in Dibrugarh built along the Brahmaputra banks. It is used as a place for jogging, cycling, and walking by both the locals and the tourists.

3. Bogibeel bridge

The Bogibeel bridge on the Brahmaputra River in Dibrugarh is India's longest rail-cum-road bridge. It is 4.94 kilometres long and has a double rail line on the lower deck and a 3-lane highway on the upper deck.

The other interesting places include Jokai Botanical garden, Jagannath temple and Jalan mandir.

What are the places to visit near Dibrugarh, Assam?

Around Dibrugarh is where it becomes more interesting. There are quite a few varied places around Dibrugarh that ranges from interesting culture, paradise for birders and nature lovers, and some historically interesting places.

Places like Namphake monastery and village, Joypur rainforest, Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, Digboi Oil Centenary Museum, Dibru Saikhowa National Park are interesting visits you can plan for on your trip to Dibrugarh.

Read our detailed article on places to visit in Dibrugarh to know more about all above listed places, how to reach there, recommended time and duration to visit and suggested places to stay in Dibrugarh.