Places to visit in Barpeta
7 places, grouped by kind. Each one shows how well it is verified: an official source, two independent sources, or not yet verified.
Satras and shrines 7
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Barpeta Satra Two sources
Vaishnava satra established by Madhabdev in 1583 (1505 shakabda); its Kirtan Ghar has three Guru Asanas and no image of a deity. Doul (Holi) is the main festival (Wikipedia).
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Baradi Satra Two sources
Satra named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
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Dargah of Syed Shahnur Dewan Two sources
Sufi shrine named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
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Ganakkuchi Satra Two sources
Satra named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
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Pari Hareswar Devalaya Two sources
Temple named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
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Patbaushi Satra Two sources
Satra named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
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Sundaridiya Satra Two sources
Satra named among Barpeta's places to visit (Vikaspedia). Details to document.
In depth: Barpeta Satra
Barpeta Satra is one of the great Vaishnava centres of Assam, founded by Madhabdev, the chief disciple of Sankardeva. Its Kirtan Ghar holds no image of a deity, only three Guru Asanas, and the satra has run on a democratic system of administration for centuries. Come at Doul, when the town fills for the spring festival.
At a glance
- Type
- Vaishnava satra Two sources
- Founder
- Madhabdev (Wikipedia) Two sources
- Founded
- 1583 AD (1505 shakabda) (Wikipedia) Two sources
- Main festival
- Doul (Holi) (Wikipedia) Two sources
- Time needed
- Two to three hours
History and significance
- Founding
- Madhabdev left Mathuradasa Ata in charge as first Satradhikar; Burha Ata later organised a democratic administration still in use (Wikipedia). Two sources
What to see
- Kirtan Ghar
- Main prayer hall with three Guru Asanas.
- Doul building
- Seven-stair building in the north-west corner used at Doul (Wikipedia).
Visiting
- Timings and fees
- Not published. Confirm with the satra. Not yet verified
Festivals
- Doul (Holi)
- Spring; date varies (Wikipedia). Two sources
Visitor guidelines
- Dress modestly and remove footwear.
- Respect prayer times.
- Ask before photographing.
How to reach Barpeta Satra
- By train
- Barpeta Road station (to confirm distance). Not yet verified
- By air
- Guwahati (GAU).
- By road
- From Guwahati via NH-27 (route to confirm). Not yet verified
Month by month
| Month | Temp °C | Sunrise | Sunset | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | IMD normals to add | 06:15 | 16:54 | Best: cool, dry |
| Feb | IMD normals to add | 06:03 | 17:18 | Best |
| Mar | IMD normals to add | 05:37 | 17:34 | Good; Doul festival |
| Apr | IMD normals to add | 05:04 | 17:49 | Pre-monsoon storms; Bohag Bihu |
| May | IMD normals to add | 04:40 | 18:04 | Hot, humid; parks closing |
| Jun | IMD normals to add | 04:33 | 18:19 | Monsoon; floods possible |
| Jul | IMD normals to add | 04:42 | 18:21 | Heavy rain; floods |
| Aug | IMD normals to add | 04:58 | 18:04 | Heavy rain; floods |
| Sep | IMD normals to add | 05:11 | 17:32 | Rain easing |
| Oct | IMD normals to add | 05:24 | 16:59 | Good; parks reopen |
| Nov | IMD normals to add | 05:44 | 16:37 | Best: clear |
| Dec | IMD normals to add | 06:06 | 16:36 | Best: cool, dry |
Suggested plans
- Half day
- Barpeta Satra and the town.
- With Manas
- Barpeta Road is the gateway to Manas (Wikipedia).
How to reach Barpeta
- By train
- Barpeta Road station.
- By air
- Guwahati (GAU).
- By road
- NH-27 (to confirm).
- Headquarters
- Barpeta
- Coast
- Landlocked; north bank of the Brahmaputra
Best time to visit Barpeta
- Best time
- October to March.
- Climate
- Hot, humid summers; heavy monsoon; mild winters.
Dates to plan around in Assam
- Kaziranga elephant safaris resume — Golaghat: About 20 days after 3 Oct 2026 (expected)
- Raas Mahotsav — Majuli: Around Kartik Purnima, November; 2026 dates to confirm
- Shahidi Guru Purab — Dhubri gurudwara: December (district portal)
- Dwijing Festival — Chirang (Aie river): December or January (Bodoland Tourism)
- Chandubi Festival — Kamrup: 1-5 January; exact date TBA
- Golden Langur Festival — Kakoijana, Bongaigaon: 1-5 January
- Rongker — Karbi Anglong: 5 January
- Charaideo Festival — Charaideo: 9-11 January
Where to stay in Barpeta
No stays have been verified for Barpeta yet — our guide lists a stay only after checking it with an official source.
Quick answers about Barpeta
What is Barpeta known for?
Madhabdev's Barpeta Satra and a circle of smaller satras, with Barpeta Road as the gateway to Manas.
What is the one place not to miss in Barpeta?
Barpeta Satra. Vaishnava satra established by Madhabdev in 1583 (1505 shakabda); its Kirtan Ghar has three Guru Asanas and no image of a deity. Doul (Holi) is the main festival (Wikipedia).
Which is the nearest railway station to Barpeta?
Barpeta Road station.
Which is the nearest airport to Barpeta?
Guwahati (GAU).
When is the best time to visit Barpeta?
October to March.
How many places are there to visit in Barpeta?
Our guide lists 7 places in Barpeta district, Assam, across satras and shrines.
Nearby, in neighbouring districts
- Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve, Baksa — UNESCO World Heritage Site (1985) in the Bhutan foothills, contiguous with Royal Manas in Bhutan; tiger, elephant, rhino, golden langur, pygmy hog and Bengal florican. Jeep and elephant safaris, and rafting on the Manas river.
- Pathsala mobile theatre, Bajali — Major centre of bhramyaman (mobile) theatre: troupes such as Kohinoor, Aabahan and Rajmukut are based here, and Nataraj Theatre, described as Assam's first mobile theatre, began here. Seasons run roughly August to April (Wikipedia).