Karbi Anglong

Karbi Anglong is one of the easternmost districts of Assam. Diphu is the district headquarters of Karbi Anglong district. It is the largest district of Assam.

Karbi Anglong is a hilly area where enchanting natural green forests and picturesque hills attract tourists throughout the year. The colourful local tribes with rich varied cultures also is an attraction. There are several adventure tourism options in the area. One of the common treks here is the trek to Singhason.

The nearest airport is Dimapur in Nagaland 54 km away from Diphu. The district capital has a railway station. Also, National Highways 37 and 39 pass through the Karbi Anglong district connecting it to the rest of the Northeast.

The district has three sub-divisions: Diphu, Hamren, and Bokajan. The population of the district is predominantly tribal. The major tribal ethnic groups include Karbis, Bodos, Kukis, Dimasas, Hmars, Garos, Rengma Nagas, Tiwas, and Man (Tai Speakings). A large number of the non-tribal population also live in this hilly region. The main languages spoken are Karbi, Assamese, Bodo, Bengali & Hindi.

The Karbis are the major local tribe that gives the district its present name. The Karbis are divided into three groups namely 'CHINTHONG', 'RONGHANG' and 'AMRI'. The Karbis have five clans called "KUR". These are Terang, Teron, Enghee, Ingti and Timung. The festivals observed by the Karbis are "Chojun Puja" or 'Swarak Puja', 'Rongker', 'Chokk-eroi', "Hacha-Kekan", "Chomangkan" etc.

The economy of Karbi Anglong district is agriculture-dependent. In the hills 'Jhum' system of cultivation is common. Horticulture plays an important role in the tribal economy.

Things to see

Trekking to Singhason Expeditions to Singhason, the highest peak of the district with an altitude of about 1600 meters. through the rainforest, reverie, and rocky hills. While trekking one can watch the innumerable variety of birds and animals that are available in the area including the barking deer, pygmy hog, spotted deer, monkeys, langurs etc. A Second World War Air-Strip on top of the hill acts as a campsite for further exploration in the area. Great views of the Brahmaputra Valley can be seen from the hilltop. The Himalayan mountain range with its snow-clad ranges can also be seen from here.

Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary Covering an area of 96 sq km, Karbi Along Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a number of animals such as the elephant, leopard, water buffalo, deer, monitor lizard, and pythons. Bird species include the great Himalayan hornbill, imperial pigeon, green pigeon, emerald dove, hill partridges, jungle fowl, pheasant, hoopoe, koel, kingfisher, storks, herons, pelicans, woodpecker, mynas, yellow bittern, and egrets.

Marat Longri Wildlife Sanctuary Marat Longri Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Karbi Anglong Autonomous District Council. It has been declared a wildlife sanctuary in 2003. The area of the Sanctuary has spread over 451 sq km. The Sanctuary can be reached through the Dimapur Airport (60 km) or the Diphu Railway station (8 km).

Amreng Tourist Centre is 120 Km from Diphu and 30 km from Lanka (Nagaon district) Amreng is a river cape situated between Kapili River and its tributary "Amreng River" surrounded by mystic blue hills and evergreen forest, it is famous for its unique natural beauty.

Khanduli Tourist Centre is Situated in the Hamren Sub-Division. The area offers temperate grassland in Tropical countries. Extensive grassland with undulating moulds looks like desert sand dunes in the clear moonlight. This Location with unattended beauty is suitable for a pensive study trip, a seclusive honeymoon and family holidays.

Botanical Garden 5 km from Diphu Town, this Botanical garden is an ideal place for an evening stroll. You can also opt for rowing in the semi-natural water body in the garden.