Hazara and Padum Pukhuri

Location

Hazara and Padum Pukhuri are two tanks situated near the Bamuni Hills of Tezpur. The Hazara Pukhuri is the third largest tank of this town, covering a total area of 70 acres. This tank was derived from the excavation held in the 19th century and it has been named after Hazara Varman.

On the other hand, Padum Pukhuri is a famous island park of Tezpur accessible through a wooden footbridge. The name of this Pukhuri suggests a lotus pond. Some attractive features at this park include a musical fountain, an iron bridge and a toy train.