What is the scientific name for Assam tea? [#2449]

Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.

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Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.

Hidimba

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Hidimba

Kamalakanta Bhattacharya, a prominent Assamese essayist and poet, is popularly known as 'Agnikobi' (Fire Poet) for his fiery nationalism, strong social and political views, and passionate advocacy for Assamese language and culture.

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Kamalakanta Bhattacharya, a prominent Assamese essayist and poet, is popularly known as 'Agnikobi' (Fire Poet) for his fiery nationalism, strong social and political views, and passionate advocacy for Assamese language and culture.

The Digboi Oil Refinery is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being the oldest operating refinery in the country, having commenced operations in 1901.

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The Digboi Oil Refinery is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being the oldest operating refinery in the country, having commenced operations in 1901.

Dhaka

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Dhaka

Sankardeva, a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, is credited with introducing Neo-Vaishnavism (also known as Ekasarana Dharma) to Assam. This socio-religious movement emphasized devotion to a single God, Krishna, and significantly impacted Assamese culture, literature, and society.

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Sankardeva, a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, is credited with introducing Neo-Vaishnavism (also known as Ekasarana Dharma) to Assam. This socio-religious movement emphasized devotion to a single God, Krishna, and significantly impacted Assamese culture, literature, and society.

Bhattadeva is now known as the father of Assamese prose who introduced it in Assam.

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Bhattadeva is now known as the father of Assamese prose who introduced it in Assam.

Nagaland

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Nagaland

Nalini Bala Devi is a renowned Assamese poet who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1968 for her poetry collection "Alakananda".

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Nalini Bala Devi is a renowned Assamese poet who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1968 for her poetry collection "Alakananda".

1889

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1889

The Siva Dol, a prominent landmark in Sivasagar, Assam, was built by 'Dor Raja' Ambika, the queen of Ahom king Swargadeo Siba Singha, in 1734. This towering temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a significant example of Ahom architecture.

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The Siva Dol, a prominent landmark in Sivasagar, Assam, was built by 'Dor Raja' Ambika, the queen of Ahom king Swargadeo Siba Singha, in 1734. This towering temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a significant example of Ahom architecture.