Discover Majuli: The World’s Largest Riverine Island In Assam

1/7: Climate change has caused Majuli to shrink due to flash floods along the Brahmaputra river, but it sustains tourism as people from nearby states visit for relaxation. / Image: awesomeassam/instagram

2/7: Majuli, once the world's largest river island, is vanishing due to its gradual disappearance by the Brahmaputra river's waters. / Image: Tripadvisor

3/7: The island is home to a diverse population of people from various tribal groups, including Mising, Deoris, Ahoms, and Sonowal Kacharis. / Image: Tripadvisor

4/7: The Ali Aye Ligang festival is a spring celebration held by the Mishing tribe in mid-February. / Image: Tripadvisor

5/7: The island was formed due to frequent earthquakes between 1661-1696, which led to a catastrophic flood in 1750, as per historical texts and folklore. / Image: Tripdvisor

6/7: The island's picturesque location necessitates a ferry from Jorhat due to the absence of direct roads connecting it. / Image: Tripadvisor

7/7: During winter, unique birds migrate to the island, attracting tourists who flock to witness these beautiful migratory birds. / Image: Tripadvisor