Bajali: Temples, Tea Fields, and Traditional Tunes

Bajali is the name of new district which is established on May 16, 2000. The district Bajali is one of the youngest district out of the 27 districts in Assam. Native language for the people of Bajali is Assamese but other languages which are also spoken by the citizens are Hindi, English, Manipuri, Gorkha, and the others. 

Where is Bajali?

Transport is generally excellent in Bajali. Situated just 78 kilometers away from the Guwahati city, the daily movement of Bajali citizens around the city is easy, convenient, and fast. It has strong connections with other cities by road and rail. Bajali allows easy, time-efficient access to its neighbor towns and states. Bajali district is bounded on the north by the Baksa district, on the south by the Barpeta district, on the east by the Kamrup district, and along its western boundary by the Baksa district. People of Bajali are usually Superstitious for the judges and the magistrate when it comes to judgment. An elder in the village is locked in for coming up with the right reason for such judgment. Thousands of pounds had been at stake over the last fifty years.

Temples that Tell Stories

Bajali is one of the districts in Assam which boasts quite a number of temples having cultural and historical significance.

Hari Mandir

Deeply hidden in the fields of green, the Nath Temple is the most secluded and meditative space. The bellowing sound from the temple bells, together with the complete silence of chirping birds, allows one to envisage that even surreal experiences are possible. It is that kind of space where you can sit in silence and feel the present moment within.

Nath Temple

Nath Temple is a perfect place to be meditative-hid away among green fields. Temple bells ring chorally with the singing birds creating an ethereal atmosphere. Just like that, one can sit in this space and become aware of living in the present moment.

A Walk Through Tea Fields

Such is Assam's tea heritage that even Bajali blows people away with its share of beautiful tea estates shimmering brightly under the sun-held green leaves. To walk down these tea fields is an adventure by itself: local workers can be seen picking the tea buds by hand as it has been done for generations. And the air is fresh, earthy, and, if you're lucky, even invite you for a taste of a piping hot brew at the estate itself.

Traditional Tunes of Bajali

The culture of Bajali is inextricably tied to music. It is famous for Borgeet (devotional songs composed by Srimanta Sankardev) and folk tunes, often heard with instruments like the khol and taal. If you have the opportunity to attend local festivals here, you might see live performances where an array of colorful attired musicians and dancers will ignite the stage. The rhythm is infectious–you'll find yourself tapping your feet without realizing it.

Local Life and Warm Hospitality

The nicest thing about Bajali, however, is its people. Locals here are warm and humble, ready to illustrate their culture. Enter a conversation and you may get invited for a cup of tea or even a home-cooked meal. One should try the Assamese thali, which is served with rice, dal, different kinds of vegetables, and fish curry for non-vegetarians. It is quite basic yet tongue-tingling delicious. If you are lucky, you may be offered a bite of pitha, a rice cake that is traditionally served during festivals.

Best Time to Visit Bajali

November to March will be the best months, as it feels pretty pleasant to walk around the temples and tea gardens. The region is quite beautiful during the monsoon but rain is frequent. So do plan accordingly.