Kamalabari Satraकमलाबाड़ी सत्र
A working Vaishnav monastery on Majuli that keeps the Sattriya tradition.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereMajuli, 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)
DifficultyEasy
Height90 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyJorhat, Jorhat
EntryFree · donation welcome
About Kamalabari Satra
One of the best known satras on Majuli, a Vaishnav monastery founded in the sixteenth century in the tradition of Srimanta Sankardev. Bhakats live here and keep the Sattriya dance, music and drama alive, and visitors are welcome at prayer times. Remove your shoes, dress modestly and ask before taking photos. Plan to arrive in the morning or evening for prayers.
What to see and do
- Prayer at the namghar
- Sattriya dance and music
- Bhakats' daily life
- Remove shoes, dress modestly
- Ask before taking photos
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