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Badala Satra is a historic Vaishnavite monastery located at Badala in Narayanpur, Lakhimpur District, Assam. Founded in the 16th century by Badala Padma Ata, a principal disciple of Madhavdeva and Srimanta Sankardev, it is one of the oldest satras in Assam. The satra is a prominent centre of Ekasarana Dharma and preserves traditional Assamese religious practices, manuscripts, and cultural heritage.
Garamur Satra is a prominent Vaishnavite monastery located in Garamur town on Majuli Island in Majuli district, Assam. Established in 1659, it is one of the major satras of Majuli founded in the Ekasarana Dharma tradition of Srimanta Sankardev. The satra is known for preserving ancient manuscripts, religious artifacts, and Sattriya cultural traditions. It serves as an important religious, cultural and educational centre attracting visitors interested in Assamese heritage and monastic life.