Neo-Vaishnavite satras

Neo Vaishnavism in Assam is an icon of the Sattra institute of Assam. In Assam these socio-religions institute not only played an important role but also diversity in Indian Socio cultural. The Sattra institution although as similar as to ancient Maths or Buddhist monasteries, in fact it was a unique creation of Sankardeva which were latterly become parcel & part of Assamese life. The Vaishnavite movement was not merely confined to the strict regiment of undertones of an artistic school, but effectively it was a comprehensive social movement with religion plays the vital role. For Assamese culture this finally provides the building blocks of vibrant still alive in the institution of Naghars and Sattra in Majuli.

There are twenty-one Satras on island - several of them still very active in tradition and training of dance, drama, music, art and craft. One can hire a boat and cruise down the river in the early morning, bird-watching and also visit fields and homes to see the cultivation and weaving for you first hand of tribes. People even go for joy riding cycle and can best experience the secrets of Majuli the land of culture.

There are Satras on island which are active in their tradition and for interested tourist training of dance, drama, music, art and craft. One can hire a boat and cruise down the river in the early morning, bird-watching and also visit fields and homes to see the cultivation and weaving for you first hand of the tribes. People even go for joy riding cycle and can best experience the secrets of Majuli the land of culture. Satras also are the house of treasure for satriya dances as Chali, Jumora, Notua, Vringee, Sutradhar, Apsara Dance, Ozapali and Matiakhara The island has been the hub of Assamese Neo Vaishnavism culture in Majuli.