About Dighalipukhuri
Dighalipukhuri is a historic rectangular man-made lake in central Guwahati, Assam, located in the Uzan Bazar area near the Guwahati High Court. Measuring about 500 metres in length, it is traditionally attributed to King Bhagadatta of ancient Pragjyotisha and later used as a naval yard by the Ahoms. Today it is a popular urban recreational space with boating, a promenade, gardens and a War Memorial on its northern bank.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large rectangular lake in the heart of Guwahati surrounded by a paved promenade, gardens, seating areas and tree-lined walkways. The lake offers pedal and row boating, views of the water with fountains, and the Guwahati War Memorial on the north bank. The area is used for leisure walks, photography and evening relaxation, with food stalls and city views in a central urban setting.
Key highlights
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Historic 500-metre long rectangular man-made lake in central Guwahati
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Boating facility with pedal boats and row boats on the lake
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Guwahati War Memorial located on the northern bank
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Paved promenade and gardens for leisure walks and photography
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Evening illumination and views of the surrounding city area
History of Dighalipukhuri
Traditionally believed to have been excavated by King Bhagadatta of ancient Pragjyotisha for the swayamvara of his daughter Bhanumati. During the Ahom period, the lake was used as a naval dockyard and was connected to the Brahmaputra River via a channel. In the colonial period it was developed as a recreational area and remains a historic water body in Guwahati.
Culture & Context
A longstanding recreational and social gathering place for Guwahati residents. The lake and its surrounding park host leisure activities and informal cultural gatherings, and the War Memorial on its bank commemorates soldiers. It is a prominent landmark in the city's cultural landscape and urban identity.
Route
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