Under the aegis of Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority, the entire hillock with the Deputy Commissioner’s bungalow perched on top, along with the surrounding grounds have been transformed into the Mahabahu Brahmaputra River Heritage Center, dedicated to the spirit and legacy of the majestic River Brahmaputra.
The space at the entry lobby of the Heritage Bungalow is a dedicated Art Gallery for an exhibition of a collection of Paintings or Photographs. Each Artist or Photographer will be given the space for a month...
Continue readingThe Central Hall with a theme of ‘Life along the River’, has an installation on the ceiling of a collection of traditional Fishing equipment. The wall panels have pictorial and informative representation of the theme...
Continue readingThe Viewing Lounge with a mounted projector for regular screenings, has wall installations, with the theme ‘Weaving a Heritage’ depicting the ethnic motifs in textile designs, traditional weaves and dyes used by the people along the River Brahmaputra...
Continue readingThe spacious main room of the Bungalow, with tall picturesque windows and a fireplace, is preserved as a colonial living room, adorned with paintings and cultural artifacts, and laid out with lounge style seating arrangements...
Continue readingWith ‘Navigating the River’ as the theme, this room has a collection of old photographs depicting various vessels and ships that have sailed the waters of the River Brahmaputra...
Continue readingThe Library room holds several books on varied subjects related to the river Brahmaputra and all that exists along its banks...
Continue readingA Musical Heritage in the Attic showcases an extensive collection of indigenous and traditional Musical Instruments of the tribes and communities living along the River Brahmaputra...
Continue readingLahé Life, tucked away on one side of the Heritage Bungalow, is a room displaying curios and other interesting collectibles made locally in the region...
Continue readingThe Amphitheatre is designed to be a significant venue in Guwahati for showcasing various disciplines of Performing Arts...
Continue readingThe manicured gardens in front of the Heritage Bungalow are filled with art installations and artistic expressions. The Art Garden includes,‘The Heritage Mosaic’, ‘The River Life’, and ‘The Culture Wheels’...
Continue readingThe long Verandah of the Heritage Bungalow, overlooking the Riverside Garden and the river itself, is by far the best spot in Guwahati to enjoy an ever flowing breeze and beautiful views of the picturesque horizon...
Continue readingSet amongst trees as one enters the Riverside Garden along the Heritage Bungalow, is a corridor of activities. Starting with a multi-level ‘Play Zone’, and a full size ‘Snakes’n’Ladders’ game...
Continue readingThe Riverside Garden behind the Heritage Bungalow overlooked by the Verandah, have been designed to inspire a communion with the majestic River Brahmaputra and to provide a serene space in midst of the bustling Guwahati city...
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