Encounter Necromancy in Mayong

Updated [12/Aug/2023] Mayong is a cluster of villages settled on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and is a significant tourist spot in Assam. Predominantly popular for being the land of Black Magic, Mayong entices a lot of tourists to come across necromancy, archeological sites, natural wonders and religious tourism. The place is surrounded by rivers from three sides - the Brahmaputra River in the north, River Kolong in the west and Daipara and Pakaria in the east. Black magic is practiced to date in the village by residents of the village. Mayong is in the Morigaon district of Assam and the etymological implication of the village is associated with illusion. Around 40 km away from Guwahati, the capital city of Assam, Mayong is in close proximity to Pobitora National Park. In order to set your feet on the land of witchcraft and necromancy, the closest airport is Guwahati International Airport and the nearest railway station is the Jagi Road Railway Station.

Necromancy is discontinued for evil practices, but magic is still performed for treatment purposes. Some of the practices include

1.Tez Rakhowa Mantra

2.Ushah Shular Mantra

3.Bichar Shung Guchuwa Mantra

4.Narengar Mantra and a few more.

Legendary associations

Magic itself thrives in the meaning of the place (Maya means Magic) and mystery involves in the entire village. It is believed that in ancient times the entire northeastern part was known as Assam. Later a few residents from the Maiibong clan came to reside in this region and eventually named Mayong.

Legend also has it that the village is named after an elephant named Miyong and was later modified to Mayong. In the Mahabharata, it is mentioned that Ghatotkach was involved in the battle of Mahabharata and he derived magical powers from Mayong.

Popular places around Mayong Village

1. Pobitora National Park - - An ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts, Pobitora National Park is popular for safeguarding the population of one-horned rhinos. The national park is the natural habitat of a variety of species except for tigers. Conduct booking for jeep safari and elephant safari for a fantastic Pobitora Rhino tour along with other species of flora and fauna. Pobitora national park is just 6.5 km from Mayong and can easily encompass it along with the Mayong tour.

2. Mayong Central Museum and Emporium - The institution was incepted in 2002 and is a valuable treasure house of information related to the Mayong village. Ancient artifacts, archeological remains, and books related to Ayurveda, witchcraft and black magic are in the rich collection of the museum. It is a must-visit place for history enthusiasts and curious minds with an interest in black magic.

The best time to visit Mayong and the surrounding attractions is November to March, during the winter and the springtime. It is better to avoid the monsoon months as well as the late summer months to avoid a discomfort experience at Mayong. There are many temples in and around Mayong and is popularly known as the land of Panch Devta in reverence to Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, Goddess Parvati, Lord Dinesh and Lord Shiva.

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Aditi Paul

A degree holder of B.A. and M.A. in English from University of Calcutta, Aditi is an enthusiastic and professional content writer. Being a keen travelling and tourism fanatic herself, she has contributed to the website of Global Tourism of India pvt ltd. with her well researched and fact-based valuable blogs and articles. With sheer dedication to exploration she is well-versed about general tourism and wildlife tourism of India.