Tezu (Parasuramkunda)

Situated in the lower reaches to the river Lohit. It is a religious place visited by people from all over the country during the Makar Sankranti day for a holy dip. Common belief that a dip on the day in the kund washes away one's sins. As recorded in the Kalika Purana that it was here the sage Parasuram washed away his sin of matricide.

Getting There
Nearest Airport is Tezu (20 km) served by Vayudoot. Indian Airlines, Sahara & NEPC Airlines touch Dibrugarh (140 km) on alternate day.

Nearest Rail-head is Tinsukia (120 km)

Daily bus services are available from Tinisukia (140 km) via Namsai and by ferry from Dholaghat to Sadia and by bus for Sacha for Tezu and Bhismaknagar.

Adventures & Sports
Ideal for Trekking and Hiking, River Rafting and Angling on the river Lohit.

Festivals
Tamladu on 15 Feb, Sanken on 15 April.

Clothing
Woollens in winter and cottons in summer.

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General Information & Accomdation info on Tezu city of Arunachal Pradesh - India