Assam Culture and Tradition Assam and it's Culture & Tradition " Assam " The land of river and hills is a Northeastern s...
Assam Culture and Tradition
Assam and it's Culture & Tradition
"Assam" The land of river and hills is a Northeastern state in India which is also called Gateway of Northeast. Assam along with Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, and Meghalaya is known as Seven Sisters and now it is eight by including sikkim. This Seven sister states are also referred to as “Paradise Unexplored“.
The reason for it is called “Seven Sisters” is the similarity between the states, in terms of geographical features, and interdependence among them in the political, social, and economic spheres. All seven states of seven sisters are isolated from India.The people of the state are collectively called Axomiya and the language Axomiya ("Assamese") which is also the most widely spoken official state language.
The capital of Assam is Dispur. In Assam there is a world’s largest island called Majuli. Assam is gifted with lush green meadows, fertile plains near the Brahmaputra river, the beautiful hills with wonderful tea plantation, and rich flora and fauna. Its pleasant climate throughout the year makes Assam is a best tourism.
History of Assam
The name ‘Aham’ or ‘Asom’ was probably given by the Ahoms who came into Assam in 1228 A.D. but it is believed that the modern name Assam is itself an anglicization.
Traditional Dress of Assam
The Assamese wear very simple dresses, and mostly hand-loomed. The women wear Mekhela Chador or Riha- Mekhela. And the men wear 'suria' also called 'dhoti', and over it, they drape a chadar known as 'Seleng'.
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| Riha chador |
Gamosa
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| Gamosa |
Gamosa is an indispensable part of all socio-religious ceremonies in Assam. It is derived from the Kamrupi word 'Gaamasa' (gaama+chadar), which was used to cover the Bhagavad Purana and many other religious books.
Tamul Paan
"Tamul Paan" (the areca nut and betel leaves) or Guapan are considered as the offers of devotion, respect and friendship."Tamul Paan" served in a Bota, a traditional Bell metal Utensil."Tamul Paan" (the areca nut and betel leaves) which considered as the offers of devotion, respect and friendship. Guests are offered "Tamul Paan" in a traditional bell metal serving "Bota" it is a mark of honour.
Jaapi
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| Jaapi |
The "Jaapi" is a traditional conical hat of Assam which is made from bamboo and "Tokoupaat", a type of large palm leaf. The word "Jaapi"derives from Jaap which means a bundle Tokou leaves.Jaapi, a traditional symbol of Assam. "Jaapi" is worn in a style of Bihu dance. "Jaapi" were worn as a status symbol by Assamese royalty and nobility.
Xorai
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| Xorai |
Xorai aTraditional Bell Metal."Xorai" is a traditional symbol of Assam, it is manufactured from bell-metal product. There are "Xorai"s" with or without a cover on the top. Hajo and Sarthebari are the most important centers of traditional bell-metal and brass crafts in Assam. "Xorai"s"are used to offer "Tamul Paan", "Gamucha"as a sign of welcome and thanks for guests. It is also used as a utensil to offer Prasad, food and other items in front of the Lord in "Naamghar".
Assamese Jewellery
Assamese ornaments are one of the most important parts of Assamese culture in Assam. It is generally made from a gold named as "Kesha Xoon" or raw gold. The ornaments are very beautiful to look at and are a very prestigious part of Assamese culture. Some of the popular traditional Assamese jewellery are earrings with exquisite Lokaparo, Keru, Thuriya, Jangphai, Long Keru, Sona or Makori; an array of necklaces including Golpata, Satsori, Joon biri, Bena, Gejera, Dholbiri, Doogdoogi, Biri Moni, Mukuta Moni, Poalmoni, Silikha Moni and many more.
Bihu
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| Bihu |
Bihu is the most popular folk dance of Assam. Bihu dances are performed by young boys and girls during the Bihu festivities which represent youthful passion, urge and joy.The bihu dances are accompanied by musical instruments like "Dhol", pepa, gogana, banhi etc.Ahom king Rudra Singha invited Bihu dancers to perform at the Ranghar fields in 1694 on the occasion of Rongali Bihu
Satriya Nritya
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| Satriya Nritya |
Satriya Nritya is the classical dance of Assam which represents the Satriya culture, the basis of the religious and cultural fabric of Assam. It is one of eight principal classical Indian dance traditions. Satriya has remained a living tradition since its creation by the founder of Vaishnavism in Assam, the great saint Srimanta Sankardeva, in 15th century Assam.
Barpeta's Bhortal Nritya
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| Barpeta's Bhortal Nritya |
Bhortal Nritya, is an extension of Sankari culture of Barpeta evolved from the classical dance form of that particular district of Assam and was developed by Narahari Burha Bhakat, a well-known Satriya artist.
In Bhorthal Nritya six to ten dancers perform this dance and produce a good number of attractive formations displaying the cymbals.
Jhumur Dance
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| Jhumur Dance |
In the passage of a hundred years of their settlement in Assam the tea tribes have developed a synthesised form of dance called "Jumur Nach". This is one of the beautiful dance to watch. A visitor to any tea garden can easily see this dance."Jhumur Nach", was performed by girls and boys together, or, sometimes by the girls alone, with precision of footwork while tightly clasping each other's waist.
Bagurumba
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| Bagurumba |
The Bodo community has many folk dances to boast. Among of them the best and the most attractive is the Bagurumba dance. This is mainly a formation dance with slow steps and outstretched hands.A group of girls performing the Bagurumba dance wearing traditional cloths.
A tourist in Assam can see this dance in the Bodo areas of Kokrajhar, Bongaigaon, Nalbari, Darrang and Sonitpur districts. It is usually practiced during Baisagu, a festival of the Bodos in the Bishuba Sankranti, mainly mid april.
Thare are many tradition and culture of Assam which can not be defined in a single day. But i tried to describe a little about asaamese culture. If somewhere i make mistakes then please let me know. Don't forget to leave a comment, comments box is always yours. Thanking you❤️
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