Which is the smallest river island in the world? [#2427]

Umananda Island, situated in the Brahmaputra River within Guwahati, Assam, India, is widely recognized as the smallest river island in the world. It is also known as Peacock Island due to its shape and is home to the Umananda Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Umananda Island, situated in the Brahmaputra River within Guwahati, Assam, India, is widely recognized as the smallest river island in the world. It is also known as Peacock Island due to its shape and is home to the Umananda Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.

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The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.

Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, during the month of Magh (January-February). It signifies the culmination of the harvesting season. The festivities include community feasts (Uruka), bonfires (Meji), preparation of traditional delicacies like pitha, and the burning of temporary structures called Bhela Ghar. It's a time of great rejoicing and feasting, marking the abundance of the harvest.

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Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, is a harvest festival celebrated in Assam, India, during the month of Magh (January-February). It signifies the culmination of the harvesting season. The festivities include community feasts (Uruka), bonfires (Meji), preparation of traditional delicacies like pitha, and the burning of temporary structures called Bhela Ghar. It's a time of great rejoicing and feasting, marking the abundance of the harvest.

3 September

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3 September

Mahim Bora is a prominent figure in the Jonaki era of Assamese literature. He is best known for his famous poetic work "Rangajiya kabi" (The Poet of the Stage), which earned him the sobriquet "Rangajiya kavi".

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Mahim Bora is a prominent figure in the Jonaki era of Assamese literature. He is best known for his famous poetic work "Rangajiya kabi" (The Poet of the Stage), which earned him the sobriquet "Rangajiya kavi".

Hollong

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Hollong

Bishnu Ram Medhi

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Bishnu Ram Medhi

The Manas River became the boundary between the Ahom and Mughal territories after the Ahom victory in the Battle of Itakhuli in 1682. This demarcation remained in place until the British occupation in 1826.

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The Manas River became the boundary between the Ahom and Mughal territories after the Ahom victory in the Battle of Itakhuli in 1682. This demarcation remained in place until the British occupation in 1826.

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.

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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.

The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.

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The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.

Foxtail Orchid

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Foxtail Orchid