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.

---

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.

Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.

---

Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.

According to the 2011 Census data, the Kamrup Metropolitan district has the highest percentage of urban population in Assam.

---

According to the 2011 Census data, the Kamrup Metropolitan district has the highest percentage of urban population in Assam.

The Digboi Refinery, recognized as the oldest operating oil refinery in India, is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam. It was established in the early 20th century and continues to play a significant role in the region's oil and gas industry. It is a testament to the long history of petroleum exploration and refining in Assam.

---

The Digboi Refinery, recognized as the oldest operating oil refinery in India, is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam. It was established in the early 20th century and continues to play a significant role in the region's oil and gas industry. It is a testament to the long history of petroleum exploration and refining in Assam.

Madhupur Satra is located in Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India. While geographically in West Bengal, it's important to note its connection to the Ekasarana tradition of Vaishnavism, which originated in Assam with Srimanta Sankardeva. The Satra's presence in Cooch Behar reflects the historical and cultural links between the regions.

---

Madhupur Satra is located in Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India. While geographically in West Bengal, it's important to note its connection to the Ekasarana tradition of Vaishnavism, which originated in Assam with Srimanta Sankardeva. The Satra's presence in Cooch Behar reflects the historical and cultural links between the regions.

Srimanta Sankardeva, the revered Assamese saint, scholar, playwright, social reformer, and founder of the Ekasarana Dharma, breathed his last at Madhupur Satra, Bheladonga in Cooch Behar, which is now in West Bengal, India.

---

Srimanta Sankardeva, the revered Assamese saint, scholar, playwright, social reformer, and founder of the Ekasarana Dharma, breathed his last at Madhupur Satra, Bheladonga in Cooch Behar, which is now in West Bengal, India.

Narakasura, a powerful demon king, is traditionally believed to have defeated Ghatakasura of the Dana dynasty in Assam.

---

Narakasura, a powerful demon king, is traditionally believed to have defeated Ghatakasura of the Dana dynasty in Assam.

Halodhiya Soraye Baodhan Khay by Homen Borgohain

---

Halodhiya Soraye Baodhan Khay by Homen Borgohain

R H Keatings

---

R H Keatings

Swargodeo Sulikphaa, an Ahom king, was commonly known as Lora Raja, which means "Boy King". He was given the name Sulikphaa by an Ahom priest and Ratnadhwaj Singha by a Hindu priest because he was young when he became king.

---

Swargodeo Sulikphaa, an Ahom king, was commonly known as Lora Raja, which means "Boy King". He was given the name Sulikphaa by an Ahom priest and Ratnadhwaj Singha by a Hindu priest because he was young when he became king.

The Makum Coalfield, located in the Tinsukia district of Assam, is the oldest coal field in the state. Coal mining activities in this region have a long history, dating back to the 19th century.

---

The Makum Coalfield, located in the Tinsukia district of Assam, is the oldest coal field in the state. Coal mining activities in this region have a long history, dating back to the 19th century.