Kareng Ghar

Kareng Ghar is the former royal palace of the Ahom kings located at Garhgaon near Sivasagar in Assam. Originally built as a wooden and bamboo structure in 1532 by King Suklenmung and later rebuilt in brick in 1751-1752 by King Pramatta Singha, it served as the administrative and residential centre of the Ahom capital Gargaon. The multi-storied brick palace exemplifies Ahom architecture and remains a prominent heritage attraction in Upper Assam.

Visitors can expect a large brick-built palace complex set in open grounds at Garhgaon. The structure has four surviving storeys with staircases, corridors, chambers and terraces that can be explored. Interiors show brick walls, wooden elements and remnants of Ahom architectural features. The surrounding area is landscaped with lawns and pathways. Visitors can walk through the palace levels, view the exterior architecture, take photographs and learn about Ahom history through guided tours and information displays.

Kareng Ghar was the principal palace of the Ahom kingdom when Gargaon was its capital. The original palace was built in 1532 by King Suklenmung using wood and bamboo. The present brick structure was constructed in 1751-1752 by King Pramatta Singha (also known as Rajeswar Singha). It was originally a seven-storeyed palace with four storeys above ground and three below, of which four storeys remain. It served as the royal residence and administrative centre of the Ahoms who ruled Assam for nearly 600 years.

Kareng Ghar is a notable example of Ahom architecture, reflecting Tai-Ahom building techniques using bricks, indigenous cement and wooden elements. It represents the cultural heritage of the Ahom dynasty and is an important symbol of Assam's medieval history. The palace is part of the Sivasagar group of monuments that illustrate the art, architecture and town planning of the Ahom period.