The largest and biggest Satra in Assam is the Auniati Satra, located in Majuli, the world’s largest river island. Established in 1653 AD by Ahom King Sutamla, Auniati Satra stands as a prominent center of Assamese Vaishnavite culture, spirituality, and Sattriya art.
This Satra plays a crucial role in preserving the teachings of Srimanta Sankardev and Madhavdev, the pioneers of Neo-Vaishnavism in Assam. It houses a large number of monks (bhakats), maintains traditional manuscripts, and organizes religious festivals like Raas Mahotsav, attracting thousands of devotees and tourists every year.
The vast premises of Auniati Satra include prayer halls, residential quarters for monks, and museums displaying artifacts, masks, and relics that reflect Assam’s deep-rooted cultural history.
Auniati Satra is not only the largest in size but also in its influence, being a spiritual lighthouse of peace, discipline, and cultural harmony in Northeast India.
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