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Latest revision as of 10:25, 11 December 2022
Sivasagar Tank, also known as Borpukhuri is a large tank in Sivasagar dug by the Ahoms in the 18th century. It is located in the heart of Sivasagar, Assam, India. The tank is located near the Sivasagar Sivadol, a major landmark of the town. The tank is built on an area of 130 acres (52.6 hectares) and is 64 feet (19.5 metres) deep.[1][2]
History and architecture[edit]
This large tank was built by Queen Ambika , consort of Shiva Singha, in the year 1734. The water level of the tank never changes which highlights the advanced hydrology of the Ahom period. According to historian Mills, the tank was built in one night.[1]
The tank is an architectural masterpiece made hundred of years ago. One cannot visually understand that it was made in the absence of any technological support.[3]
Flora and fauna[edit]
Sivasagar Tank is an important habitat for migratory birds during winter season and it is also a home of many flowering plants. This makes the tank an attractive landscape in the town.[1]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Sibsagar Sivasagar Pukhuri Tank - Sivasagar,Sibsagar, Assam, India". onlinesivasagar.com. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ↑ "Sivasagr district, Information about siavsagar, Tourist places in siavsagar, Hospitals in sivasagar, Banks in sivasagar". www.assaminfo.com. Retrieved 18 November 2018.
- ↑ Astrolika. "Sivasagar Tank Sivasagar Assam History & Architecture". www.astrolika.com. Retrieved 18 November 2018.