1.        Places / institutions available within 100 Kms from Kendriya Vidyalaya Missamari

Tezpur Central University : 40 kms from Missamari Cantt.

Darrang College : 40 kms from Missamari Cantt.

2. Tourist Spots for Excursions within 100 Kms from Kendriya Vidyalaya Missamari :

    AGNIGARH

DA PARBATIA

CHITRALEKHA UDYAN

    PADUM PUKHURI

AUGURI HILL

MAHABHAIRAB MANDIR
     POKI

BAMUNI HILL


HALLESWAR
       ECO CAMP

BHALUKPUNG

                           

  Situated on the north bank of the Brahmaputra, Tezpur is a beautiful and multifaceted city steeped in mythology and history.The city abounds in archaeological sites, hills, lakes and gardens.

                       

The doorframe of Da – Parbatia is the finest and oldest specimen of sculptural art in Assam and its carving is characteristic of the style of the Gupta school of Art. It dates back to 600 A.D. The figurines of goddesses Ganga and Yamuna on the Jambs of the door frame are enchanting.

 The sculptural remains of Bamuni hills date back to 9th Century A.D. A cross- shaped bracket lintel ornamented with horned Kirtimukha panels contains the figures of 10 incarnations of Vishnu.

The Bhomoraguri stone inscription of the Ahom general Kalia Bhomara Barphukan and Harjjar Varman’s 9 line inscription are located near Tezpur .

 

The picturesque stone inscription of yore is endowed with hillocks, gardens and lakes. The Chitralekha Udyan, the most beautiful garden of Tezpur has impressive ornamental stone pillars, sculptural relics, water sports facility, lush green walkways and a small amphitheatre too. Here, the ancient and the modern co-exist in harmony.

       

 

   

Agnigarh hill is the site of the legendary romance of Princess Usha , the daughter of King Bana and Aniruddha , the grandson of Krishna . King Bana kept Usha on this hillock surrounded by fire. A landscape garden with exquisite sculptures, soft illumination and a cascanding waterfall welcome thousands of tourists to this memorial of eternal romance. The hill top provides a spectacular view of the Brahmaputra and the Kalia Bhomora bridge.

 The Ouguri Hill houses giant monoliths which are any rock climber’s delight. The hill top provides a panoramic view of Tezpur on one side and the Brahmaputra on the other.

The Padum Pukhuri, literally meaning lotus pond, has a lovely central island. A musical fountain and a toy train are other attraction in the Padum Pukhuri Park.

            

Tezpur, the cultural capital of the state, is home to the three doyens of Assamese culture …… Rupkonwar Jyoti Prasad Agarwala,Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rava and Nata Surya Phani Sharma . In this year of the birth centenary of Jyoti Prasad Agarwala , his ancestral home in Tezpur , ‘POKI’ has been renovated and houses a collection of Rupkonwar’s memorabilia. During the freedom struggle Mahatma Gandhi and many other national leaders stayed at Poki.

 

Nameri national Park, 40 kms from Tezpur is home to whitewinged wood duck(Deo Hanh ) apart from the black bear, deer and elephants. The Eco camp provides tent accommodation , rafting and angling facilities in the Jiyabharali a must visit for outdoor enthusiasts.

 

The Mahabhairab Temple believed to have been built by King Bana, has one of the biggest and oldest Shivalingas of the world. It attracts thousands of devotees especially during Shiv Ratri festival. Other historic temples in the vicinity of Tezpur include Holleshwar , Bhairavi and Rudrapada temple.

Sonitpur district has 73 tea gardens including Asia’s biggest tea garden, Monabari . A visit to a tea garden provides insight not only into tea making and the unique culture associated with it but also gives the flavour of bygone era of the Raj.

 

The Kolia Bhomora Bridge  is a 3- km bridge over the   Brahmaputra River     that  connects   Tezpur  on   the  north  bank with   Nagaon    on  the  south  bank. It is one of the longest bridge in India and stands unrivalled in its grandeur.

         

 The Tezpur festival provides a great opportunity to see and feel all that Tezpur and Assam has to offer………..

Performances by renowned artists in the amphitheatres of  Agnigarh and  Chitralekha Udyan will be a memorable experience. The whole repertoire of the dances of assam : Sattriya,Bihu,Jhumur and Bagrumba will dazzle you. One will surely carry home the fragrance of the culture of Assam.

  The festival promises to be a connoisseur’s dream come true. The choicest traditional Assamese dishes will be on offer alongwith an entire range of other culinary delights.
Sport lovers can participate in a wide range of sporting activities from Golf ,Archery and Marathon to the traditional Dhop .

Destination Adventure --- The Eco Camp at Potasali on the banks of the sparkling Jiya Bhoroli. Angling, rafting, trekking – take your pick from outdoor recreation in one of the most scenic sites.

For more information contact : DFO (Wildlife) : 03712-220854

Eco Camp : 03712-234246

The handloom wealth of this region will be displayed through a unique Fashion Show to be choreographed and presented by the best talents of North East.

A Crafts Exhibition will help you pick up gifts for your near and dear ones. Choose from bamboo work, metalcraft, wood sculpture, silks and handlooms of Assam.

A Vintage Car rally is being organized for enthusiasts and antiquarians who want to drive their beauties around this historical town. To drive or to watch ………the pleasure is all yours.

 

Getting here …………………..
                                        

Tezpur is well connected by road and rail to Missamari Cantt.

RAILWAYS: 
Tezpur is connected  by metre gauge line to Missamari Junction via Rangapara North. 

ROAD ROUTES: Missamari to Tezpur.
National   Highway   No. 52    via   Thelamara.

Distance : 40 kms (approx.)

Regular Bus services from Missamari available . Besides taxis  are available at Gorubhandha to bring you to Thelamara .Direct Bus services from Thelamara Chariali exist.