Digboi Centenary Museumडिगबोई शताब्दी संग्रहालय
A museum in India's first oil town, with Asia's first oil well nearby.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereTinsukia, Assam
Upper Assam and Majuli
Upper Assam and Majuli
Best time to visit15 October to 15 March
Good seasonsWinter (December to February), Post-monsoon (October to November), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Height130 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyTinsukia, Dibrugarh
EntrySmall entry fee
About Digboi Centenary Museum
A museum in Digboi that tells the story of India's first oil town, where the first oil well in Asia was drilled in 1889 and the refinery has been running since 1901. Old machines, photos and tools are displayed, and the old well, Discovery Well Number 1, still stands near the town. The town has colonial era bungalows, tea gardens and a golf course. Check opening days before going, as it may be closed on some days.
What to see and do
- Story of Asia's first oil refinery
- Old machines and photos
- Discovery Well Number 1
- Colonial era bungalows
- Tea gardens nearby
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