Architecture of Rang Ghar
With a height of 10 meters, Rang Ghar is a brilliant specimen of Ahom style of architecture, made exclusively of baked red bricks and hence is of supreme importance to archaeologists and historians. The base of the structure is composed of a series of entrances, and its roof is shaped like an Ahom long royal boat. Sculpted stone crocodiles can also be found adorning the top of the ceiling. The exterior of this grand building has an eclectic melange of exquisitely carved floral and geometrical patterns.
Unaware of the uses of actual cement, the Ahoms used thin baked bricks and an indigenous form of cement made of rice paste and eggs, the rice called as Maati Maah Assamese and a fish named as Borali Mach. It is the same kind of mortar used for the construction of Talatal and Kareng Ghar. Needless to say, the quality of the ingredients was top-notch since the building has survived the wrath of nature on countless occasions.
As you walk inside this majestic structure, you will come across arches adorned with captivating sculptures. Rang Ghar has a vast ground, also known as Rupohi Pathar, which is its most striking architectural feature. Earlier, wrestling, cockfights and bullfights were organised here, but it is now a manicured and groomed field which looks irresistible when gazed upon from the top of the building. There is a small flight of stairs inside the hall which will lead you to the top. It was at this place that the dignitaries and royals used to relish the special programmes and events held at Rang Ghar.
How to Reach Rang Ghar
Buses regularly ply from the main cities of Assam to Sibsagar. It also has a railway station of its own. From Sibsagar, taxis and auto rickshaws are easily available.
Top Tourist Places in Sibsagar
Charaideo
Talatal Ghar
Ahom Museum
Shivadol
Joysagar Tank and Temples
Gargaon Palace or Kereng Ghar
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Tips
1. Hours might differ on Wednesdays so make sure to check before going.
2. No guides or proper information available at the site.
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