Gaurisagar Tank, Sivasagar

Gaurisagar Tank is a renowned tourist attraction in Assam. It is located 12 km from Sivasagar town and was constructed 200 years ago. The tank is huge and 3 temples of the Hindu Goddess Durga stand near it. The main temple enshrines Goddess Durga, whereas, the other temples enshrine her other forms. Queen Phuleshwari Devi was the reigning queen during that time. She was a devoted follower of Sakta Hinduism and tried to make it the state religion.

It Is Known For:
- Gaurisagar Tank is a spiritual destination in Sivasagar
- The temples enshrining Goddess Durga and her forms stand near this tank
- This water tank was constructed on the orders of Queen Phuleshwari Devi, the avid follower of Shaktism
- The other side of Gauri Sagar Tank has temples of Lord Shiva & Lord Vishnu. Many devotees pay a visit there on a daily basis

Best Time To Visit:
Gaurisagar Tank never discriminates between the pilgrims and tourists. Everybody visits this religious cum tourist site on a daily basis. The best time for visiting Gaurisagar Tank is on the occasion of Bihu and Navaratri.

Watch Out!
No animal sacrifice is allowed in any of the three temples near Gaurisagar Tank. The gruesome practice has been stopped permanently after Moamaria rebellion. Make sure no one tries to trick you into such acts.
During Bihu and Navaratri, the area around this tank is decorated beautifully. Different stalls for food and other handmade products like baskets and toys etc. are set up. Do not forget visiting the local marketplace and purchasing souvenirs. 

Reaching There:
Sivasagar is the closest township to Gaurisagar Tank. Since this city has a wide connectivity to the major highways, railways, and airways, people can reach there easily. The state-run buses, broad gauge trains, and flights are the apt modes for reaching Sivasagar.

Nearest Railway Station - Sivasagar Town Railway Station
Nearest Airport - Jorhat Airport