Dibrugarh, on the banks of the Brahmaputra River in upper Assam, is known as the "Tea Capital of the World" for its role at the heart of India's tea industry.
Top Attractions
- Tea Gardens of Dibrugarh: The surrounding countryside is blanketed in sprawling tea estates, many offering tours and tastings that explain the region's central role in global tea production.
- Dibrugarh Tea Auction Centre: One of the largest tea auction centers in the world by volume, reflecting the district's economic backbone.
- Chowkham Sapori: A riverside sandbar on the Brahmaputra popular for picnics and river views.
- Maguri Motapung Wetland (nearby): A birding hotspot near Dibrugarh, particularly rewarding for migratory waterfowl.
Best Time to Visit
October to April for comfortable weather and the best conditions for tea garden visits.
How to Reach
Dibrugarh has its own airport and railway station, well connected within Assam and to other Northeast Indian states.
