Jorpukhuri is a part of which historic temple? [#2426]

Jorpukhuri, meaning "twin ponds" in Assamese, is a significant feature of the Ugratara Temple in Guwahati, Assam. These ponds were constructed by the Ahom king Swargadeo Siva Singha in 1725 AD to provide water for the temple rituals and also served as a means of access to the temple via the Brahmaputra River.

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Jorpukhuri, meaning "twin ponds" in Assamese, is a significant feature of the Ugratara Temple in Guwahati, Assam. These ponds were constructed by the Ahom king Swargadeo Siva Singha in 1725 AD to provide water for the temple rituals and also served as a means of access to the temple via the Brahmaputra River.

Halodhiya Soraye Baodhan Khay by Homen Borgohain

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Halodhiya Soraye Baodhan Khay by Homen Borgohain

Kaziranga National Park is renowned worldwide for its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to spot these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

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Kaziranga National Park is renowned worldwide for its large population of one-horned rhinoceroses. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to spot these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Justice Vijay Bishnoi is the current Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court, having assumed the role on February 5, 2024. He was previously a judge of the Rajasthan High Court.

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Justice Vijay Bishnoi is the current Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court, having assumed the role on February 5, 2024. He was previously a judge of the Rajasthan High Court.

Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its conservation efforts, particularly for the greater one-horned rhinoceros. The Kaziranga Game Sanctuary was renamed the "Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary" in 1950 by P. D. Stracey, the forest conservationist, in order to rid the name of hunting connotations. In 1954, the government of Assam passed the Assam (Rhinoceros) Bill, which imposed heavy penalties for rhinoceros poaching.

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Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its conservation efforts, particularly for the greater one-horned rhinoceros. The Kaziranga Game Sanctuary was renamed the "Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary" in 1950 by P. D. Stracey, the forest conservationist, in order to rid the name of hunting connotations. In 1954, the government of Assam passed the Assam (Rhinoceros) Bill, which imposed heavy penalties for rhinoceros poaching.

The Barmans, also known as Barman Kacharis, are an indigenous community primarily residing in Assam, India. Their language is called Barman Thar, where "thar" means language. It is a Tibeto-Burman language belonging to the Bodo-Garo subgroup. Although the community has a population of over 24,000, only a small portion of them still speak Barman Thar, making it a highly endangered language.

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The Barmans, also known as Barman Kacharis, are an indigenous community primarily residing in Assam, India. Their language is called Barman Thar, where "thar" means language. It is a Tibeto-Burman language belonging to the Bodo-Garo subgroup. Although the community has a population of over 24,000, only a small portion of them still speak Barman Thar, making it a highly endangered language.

26 September 1449

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26 September 1449

Bodo

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Bodo

The earthen lamp lit by Madhavdeva, a prominent figure in Assamese Vaishnavism, is still burning continuously at the Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar in Jorhat, Assam. This Namghar (place of worship) was established by Madhavdeva in 1528, and the lamp has been kept alight ever since, making it a significant pilgrimage site and a symbol of enduring tradition.

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The earthen lamp lit by Madhavdeva, a prominent figure in Assamese Vaishnavism, is still burning continuously at the Dhekiakhowa Bornamghar in Jorhat, Assam. This Namghar (place of worship) was established by Madhavdeva in 1528, and the lamp has been kept alight ever since, making it a significant pilgrimage site and a symbol of enduring tradition.

Dihingia Alun Borbarua was the commander of the Ahom forces during the Battle of Itakhuli, where they defeated the Mughals and reclaimed Guwahati.

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Dihingia Alun Borbarua was the commander of the Ahom forces during the Battle of Itakhuli, where they defeated the Mughals and reclaimed Guwahati.

Kuranganayani, a Manipuri princess, was married to the Ahom king Rajeswar Singha. Their marriage played a significant role in the relationship between the Ahom and Manipuri kingdoms.

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Kuranganayani, a Manipuri princess, was married to the Ahom king Rajeswar Singha. Their marriage played a significant role in the relationship between the Ahom and Manipuri kingdoms.