Joysagar Tank and Temples Sivasagar Assam

Joysagar Tank, also known as Joysagar Borpukhuri is a large tank located at Sivasagar district, Assam, India. The lake is 5 km from the center of the Sivasagar town. The lake has historical significance.

Sivasagar pond was excavated by Queen Ambika alias Modambika who was the wife of Swargadev Shiv Singh. The pond is also known as Borpukhuri. It was excavated in the year 1733 AD. It is home to various migratory birds that visit here every year. The names of Sivasagar district and sub-division are taken from this pond. The higher offices of the district are located near the coast.

History

Vishudol Joysagar
The lake was made during the reign of the renowned Ahom king, Rudra Singha. About 5 km from the Sivasagar township, three set of temples are located on the northern bank of the lake. The most renowned among these sanctuaries is the Joy dol, which is also known as the Keshavnaryan Vishu dol. As the name suggests, the sanctuary is devoted to Lord Vishnu and his numerous manifestations. This lake was formed on 1697, in just 45 days, in the memory of Joymoti Konwari, mother of Rudra Singha. The lake covers an area of 318 acres (1.28 square km). The water level of the lake is 14 feet higher from ground level.