Which traditional Assamese festival is also known as Bhogali Bihu? [#2341]

Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, in the month of Magh (January-February). It marks the end of the harvesting season and is associated with feasting and bonfires. The name "Bhogali" comes from "bhog," which means food and enjoyment, reflecting the celebratory nature of the festival with an abundance of food after the harvest.

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Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, in the month of Magh (January-February). It marks the end of the harvesting season and is associated with feasting and bonfires. The name "Bhogali" comes from "bhog," which means food and enjoyment, reflecting the celebratory nature of the festival with an abundance of food after the harvest.

The Kamakhya temple, a prominent Shakti Peetha, is located on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, India. It is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya and is a significant pilgrimage site, especially for Tantric worshippers. The temple's location on Nilachal Hill adds to its spiritual significance, and the hill offers scenic views of the surrounding area and the Brahmaputra River.

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The Kamakhya temple, a prominent Shakti Peetha, is located on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, India. It is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya and is a significant pilgrimage site, especially for Tantric worshippers. The temple's location on Nilachal Hill adds to its spiritual significance, and the hill offers scenic views of the surrounding area and the Brahmaputra River.

Brajanath Sharma, a pioneer of mobile theatre in Assam, is credited with introducing co-acting (specifically, women acting on stage) in 1933. This was a revolutionary step, as previously, female roles were typically played by men. His bold initiative opened up opportunities for women in Assamese theatre and significantly contributed to the industry's development.

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Brajanath Sharma, a pioneer of mobile theatre in Assam, is credited with introducing co-acting (specifically, women acting on stage) in 1933. This was a revolutionary step, as previously, female roles were typically played by men. His bold initiative opened up opportunities for women in Assamese theatre and significantly contributed to the industry's development.

Dehing Patkai is often referred to as the "Amazon of the East" due to its rich biodiversity and dense rainforest cover. It is spread across the districts of Tinsukia and Dibrugarh in Assam.

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Dehing Patkai is often referred to as the "Amazon of the East" due to its rich biodiversity and dense rainforest cover. It is spread across the districts of Tinsukia and Dibrugarh in Assam.

The tomb of Gisuddin Aulia, a revered Sufi saint, is located at Poa Mecca in Hajo, Assam, India. Poa Mecca is a significant pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Hindus, symbolizing interfaith harmony. Gisuddin Aulia's tomb is a central part of this site, attracting devotees and visitors from various backgrounds.

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The tomb of Gisuddin Aulia, a revered Sufi saint, is located at Poa Mecca in Hajo, Assam, India. Poa Mecca is a significant pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Hindus, symbolizing interfaith harmony. Gisuddin Aulia's tomb is a central part of this site, attracting devotees and visitors from various backgrounds.

Me-Dum-Me-Phi is an important festival celebrated by the Ahom community in Assam. It is observed annually on January 31st as a day of ancestor worship and remembrance.

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Me-Dum-Me-Phi is an important festival celebrated by the Ahom community in Assam. It is observed annually on January 31st as a day of ancestor worship and remembrance.

Ambika, the queen of Ahom king Swargadeo Siva Singha, is credited with constructing the Sivadol in Sivasagar. It's a magnificent Shiva temple and a prominent landmark of Assam.

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Ambika, the queen of Ahom king Swargadeo Siva Singha, is credited with constructing the Sivadol in Sivasagar. It's a magnificent Shiva temple and a prominent landmark of Assam.

Karatoya or Sadanira

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Karatoya or Sadanira

Ankia Nat is a traditional form of one-act play from Assam, India, developed by the saint-scholar Srimanta Sankaradeva. These plays are primarily religious, depicting episodes from Hindu scriptures, particularly the life of Krishna. They are performed in Brajavali, a unique literary language, and feature a Sutradhara (narrator) who guides the story. Ankia Nats incorporate elements of music, dance (often Sattriya), and elaborate costumes and masks. They played a crucial role in disseminating Neo-Vaishnavite teachings and remain an important part of Assamese cultural heritage.

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Ankia Nat is a traditional form of one-act play from Assam, India, developed by the saint-scholar Srimanta Sankaradeva. These plays are primarily religious, depicting episodes from Hindu scriptures, particularly the life of Krishna. They are performed in Brajavali, a unique literary language, and feature a Sutradhara (narrator) who guides the story. Ankia Nats incorporate elements of music, dance (often Sattriya), and elaborate costumes and masks. They played a crucial role in disseminating Neo-Vaishnavite teachings and remain an important part of Assamese cultural heritage.

The Dhodar Ali road was constructed during the reign of Ahom King Gadadhar Singha, around the year 1687. The road is named after the "dhods" (lazy people) who were forced to build it.

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The Dhodar Ali road was constructed during the reign of Ahom King Gadadhar Singha, around the year 1687. The road is named after the "dhods" (lazy people) who were forced to build it.

The Ahoms established their final capital at Rangpur (present-day Jorhat). This city remained the capital of the Ahom kingdom until its downfall in the 18th century.

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The Ahoms established their final capital at Rangpur (present-day Jorhat). This city remained the capital of the Ahom kingdom until its downfall in the 18th century.