Pxley
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Weaving stories and insights from Assam, offering a unique glimpse into its culture and traditions.
I used to think rivers were landmarks.
Living near the Brahmaputra changed that. In a matter of weeks, it advances, retreats, splits, erases paths people depended on.
These two photos were taken just two months apart.
Living near the Brahmaputra changed that. In a matter of weeks, it advances, retreats, splits, erases paths people depended on.
These two photos were taken just two months apart.
December 17, 2025 at 8:23 PM
I used to think rivers were landmarks.
Living near the Brahmaputra changed that. In a matter of weeks, it advances, retreats, splits, erases paths people depended on.
These two photos were taken just two months apart.
Living near the Brahmaputra changed that. In a matter of weeks, it advances, retreats, splits, erases paths people depended on.
These two photos were taken just two months apart.
Bhut jolokia, the chili that’s as legendary as it is fiery. From the fields of Assam to your kitchen, it’s a journey worth experiencing.
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Beyond the Heat: The Story of Assam’s Bhut Jolokia
Nestled in the lush landscapes of Northeast India lies Assam, a land celebrated for its sprawling tea gardens, the majestic Brahmaputra River, and a chili so fiery it has captured imaginations worldwi...
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December 3, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Bhut jolokia, the chili that’s as legendary as it is fiery. From the fields of Assam to your kitchen, it’s a journey worth experiencing.
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/the-fiery-...
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/the-fiery-...
Sharing my new piece, if it might interest anyone. No registration required.
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Sattriya Dance: Assam’s Sacred Rhythm and Spiritual Legacy
In Assam, Sattriya, the state’s classical dance, flourishes as a living expression of the region’s spiritual devotion and artistic tradition.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Sharing my new piece, if it might interest anyone. No registration required.
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Mark Twain. Langston Hughes. Toni Morrison.
Now add Lakshminath Bezbarua, Hem Barua, and Indira Goswami… voices from Assam that echo them across continents.
That’s the story I explored in “Echoes of Resistance.”
Now add Lakshminath Bezbarua, Hem Barua, and Indira Goswami… voices from Assam that echo them across continents.
That’s the story I explored in “Echoes of Resistance.”
Take a look at the voices shaping Assam’s literary scene and their ties to familiar American authors. Feel free to share your thoughts.
#Assam #Literature
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#Assam #Literature
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Echoes of Resistance: Assam’s Literary Voices in Conversation with America
Literature invites us to explore new perspectives, transcending the boundaries of language, culture, and time.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Mark Twain. Langston Hughes. Toni Morrison.
Now add Lakshminath Bezbarua, Hem Barua, and Indira Goswami… voices from Assam that echo them across continents.
That’s the story I explored in “Echoes of Resistance.”
Now add Lakshminath Bezbarua, Hem Barua, and Indira Goswami… voices from Assam that echo them across continents.
That’s the story I explored in “Echoes of Resistance.”
Take a look at the voices shaping Assam’s literary scene and their ties to familiar American authors. Feel free to share your thoughts.
#Assam #Literature
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/echoes-of-...
#Assam #Literature
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/echoes-of-...
Echoes of Resistance: Assam’s Literary Voices in Conversation with America
Literature invites us to explore new perspectives, transcending the boundaries of language, culture, and time.
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Take a look at the voices shaping Assam’s literary scene and their ties to familiar American authors. Feel free to share your thoughts.
#Assam #Literature
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/echoes-of-...
#Assam #Literature
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A reflection on Sivasagar, Assam.
#History #Travel #Assam #Ahom
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#History #Travel #Assam #Ahom
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Sivasagar: Assam’s Timeless Legacy
Once the capital of the Ahom Kingdom between 1699 and 1788, Sivasagar sits quietly at the intersection of culture, power, and memory.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:04 AM
A reflection on Sivasagar, Assam.
#History #Travel #Assam #Ahom
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#History #Travel #Assam #Ahom
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The rituals of Kati Bihu are modest, but they speak to a deep trust in nature and in the unseen forces that shape our lives in Assam.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Tradition
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#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Tradition
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Kati Bihu: The Quiet Light Between Seasons
India’s festivals are often marked by sound and spectacle.
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October 8, 2025 at 7:10 AM
The rituals of Kati Bihu are modest, but they speak to a deep trust in nature and in the unseen forces that shape our lives in Assam.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Tradition
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#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Tradition
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I’m sharing a bit about Assam’s bell metal craft. It’s a look at its history, craftsmanship, and why it’s an important part of my culture.
#Assam #Culture #Craft
#Assam #Culture #Craft
Forging Tradition
In Assam, the art of bell metal is more than tradition.
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September 17, 2025 at 3:33 PM
My latest piece looks at what Kaziranga National Park is best known for: the rhino, its complex conservation story, and what to keep in mind when planning a responsible visit.
#Kaziranga #NationalPark #Conservation #Rhino #Assam
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#Kaziranga #NationalPark #Conservation #Rhino #Assam
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Kaziranga: Where the Wild Rhinos Roam
Hidden deep in the heart of Assam, Kaziranga National Park is more than a wildlife sanctuary.
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September 3, 2025 at 12:24 PM
My latest piece looks at what Kaziranga National Park is best known for: the rhino, its complex conservation story, and what to keep in mind when planning a responsible visit.
#Kaziranga #NationalPark #Conservation #Rhino #Assam
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#Kaziranga #NationalPark #Conservation #Rhino #Assam
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An offer for a second cup of tea in an #Assamese home isn’t about thirst. It’s an invitation to stay.
In my latest post, I explore the rituals, seasons, process, and spirit of Assam’s tea culture. From leaf to memory.
What are your tea rituals, wherever you are?
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In my latest post, I explore the rituals, seasons, process, and spirit of Assam’s tea culture. From leaf to memory.
What are your tea rituals, wherever you are?
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Steeped in Assam: The Legacy and Craft of Assam’s Tea
Before the day unfolds, there is a quiet moment, a first sip that carries the weight of stories, heritage, and hands that have nurtured the land long before us.
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May 28, 2025 at 5:32 AM
An offer for a second cup of tea in an #Assamese home isn’t about thirst. It’s an invitation to stay.
In my latest post, I explore the rituals, seasons, process, and spirit of Assam’s tea culture. From leaf to memory.
What are your tea rituals, wherever you are?
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
In my latest post, I explore the rituals, seasons, process, and spirit of Assam’s tea culture. From leaf to memory.
What are your tea rituals, wherever you are?
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
I don’t have anything to sell. I’m simply building and sharing a cultural archive of #Assam, a way to preserve the essence of a place I know by heart.
If you’re curious about what’s hidden, check out “Patchwork Assam.” No registration or subscription required. pxleyspatchwork.substack.com
If you’re curious about what’s hidden, check out “Patchwork Assam.” No registration or subscription required. pxleyspatchwork.substack.com
May 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM
I don’t have anything to sell. I’m simply building and sharing a cultural archive of #Assam, a way to preserve the essence of a place I know by heart.
If you’re curious about what’s hidden, check out “Patchwork Assam.” No registration or subscription required. pxleyspatchwork.substack.com
If you’re curious about what’s hidden, check out “Patchwork Assam.” No registration or subscription required. pxleyspatchwork.substack.com
Bad tea isn’t always bad tea. Usually, it’s the 90-second mistake.
May 24, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Bad tea isn’t always bad tea. Usually, it’s the 90-second mistake.
“We used to get candy packets thrown to us by white soldiers as they passed by in their vehicles,” my mother recalled. “Each packet was flat and slender, with candies wrapped in shiny paper. I had never seen candy like that before.”
Sometimes, history is remembered in the smallest details.
Sometimes, history is remembered in the smallest details.
May 16, 2025 at 8:08 PM
“We used to get candy packets thrown to us by white soldiers as they passed by in their vehicles,” my mother recalled. “Each packet was flat and slender, with candies wrapped in shiny paper. I had never seen candy like that before.”
Sometimes, history is remembered in the smallest details.
Sometimes, history is remembered in the smallest details.
Before D-Day. Before Hiroshima. There was Assam.
A jungle road. An invisible air war. Two towns that helped change history, but were erased from it.
A jungle road. An invisible air war. Two towns that helped change history, but were erased from it.
Two small towns remind us that history isn’t only made in grand theaters of war, but also in quiet corners where resilience and sacrifice shaped the world. #Assam #Dinjan #Ledo #TheHump #WWII
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Echoes from Assam: How Ledo and Dinjan Quietly Shaped World War II
Nestled in the plains of Assam, the quiet towns of Ledo and Dinjan helped shape the outcome of World War II, though history rarely gives them the credit.
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May 15, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Before D-Day. Before Hiroshima. There was Assam.
A jungle road. An invisible air war. Two towns that helped change history, but were erased from it.
A jungle road. An invisible air war. Two towns that helped change history, but were erased from it.
Two small towns remind us that history isn’t only made in grand theaters of war, but also in quiet corners where resilience and sacrifice shaped the world. #Assam #Dinjan #Ledo #TheHump #WWII
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
Echoes from Assam: How Ledo and Dinjan Quietly Shaped World War II
Nestled in the plains of Assam, the quiet towns of Ledo and Dinjan helped shape the outcome of World War II, though history rarely gives them the credit.
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May 14, 2025 at 11:35 AM
My favorite word in Assamese is ahisu (pronounced ahi-soo). I wrote about it in this post. Maybe it’ll stay with you the way it does with me.
I published a piece about the Assamese language. It covers its history, culture, and the struggles it faces today. If you’re into languages or just curious about different cultures, I think you might enjoy it. #Assam #Assamese #Culture #Language
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Assamese: A Language of Unity in a Land of Diversity
Every language tells a story, but Assamese sounds like a poem, shaped by the waters of the Brahmaputra, the memories of its people, and the flowing of time.
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May 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM
My favorite word in Assamese is ahisu (pronounced ahi-soo). I wrote about it in this post. Maybe it’ll stay with you the way it does with me.
For 25 million years, bamboo has been rooted in Assam, literally. In 2019, scientists uncovered the oldest known Asian bamboo fossils here, challenging the idea that the plant migrated from Europe and pointing to India as a possible origin.
For the people of Assam, bamboo represents more than just a resource; it is a symbol of sustainability, resilience, and the deep connection between nature and humanity.
#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
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#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
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Assam’s Bamboo: A Timeless Tradition Shaping Sustainability and Culture
In Assam, bamboo is more than just a plant; it is woven into the very fabric of the region’s culture, history, and way of life.
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May 12, 2025 at 9:04 PM
For 25 million years, bamboo has been rooted in Assam, literally. In 2019, scientists uncovered the oldest known Asian bamboo fossils here, challenging the idea that the plant migrated from Europe and pointing to India as a possible origin.
I published a piece about the Assamese language. It covers its history, culture, and the struggles it faces today. If you’re into languages or just curious about different cultures, I think you might enjoy it. #Assam #Assamese #Culture #Language
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
Assamese: A Language of Unity in a Land of Diversity
Every language tells a story, but Assamese sounds like a poem, shaped by the waters of the Brahmaputra, the memories of its people, and the flowing of time.
open.substack.com
April 30, 2025 at 5:36 PM
I published a piece about the Assamese language. It covers its history, culture, and the struggles it faces today. If you’re into languages or just curious about different cultures, I think you might enjoy it. #Assam #Assamese #Culture #Language
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
A Moment from Assam
Mondays don’t rush here. The rain falls steadily, and the day starts slower. People don’t push to begin the week; they let the drizzle set the pace.
#Assam
Mondays don’t rush here. The rain falls steadily, and the day starts slower. People don’t push to begin the week; they let the drizzle set the pace.
#Assam
April 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
A Moment from Assam
Mondays don’t rush here. The rain falls steadily, and the day starts slower. People don’t push to begin the week; they let the drizzle set the pace.
#Assam
Mondays don’t rush here. The rain falls steadily, and the day starts slower. People don’t push to begin the week; they let the drizzle set the pace.
#Assam
Reflecting on craft, tradition, legacy, and the quiet power of adornment. If this stirs a memory, I’d love to hear it.
#Assam #Jewelry #Craft #Tradition
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#Assam #Jewelry #Craft #Tradition
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Adorning Assam: The Art and Legacy of Assamese Jewelry
In Assam, jewelry is more than adornment; it is a cherished expression of cultural heritage, worn to honor traditions and celebrate life's milestones.
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April 15, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Reflecting on craft, tradition, legacy, and the quiet power of adornment. If this stirs a memory, I’d love to hear it.
#Assam #Jewelry #Craft #Tradition
pxleyspatchwork.substack.com/p/adorning-a...
#Assam #Jewelry #Craft #Tradition
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Happy Bohag Bihu! 🌺
It’s Assamese New Year, a time when the land is readied, hopes are planted, and everything begins again. Whether you’re planting seeds in soil or ideas in notebooks, here’s to fresh starts and good things growing.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Festivals
It’s Assamese New Year, a time when the land is readied, hopes are planted, and everything begins again. Whether you’re planting seeds in soil or ideas in notebooks, here’s to fresh starts and good things growing.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Festivals
April 14, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Happy Bohag Bihu! 🌺
It’s Assamese New Year, a time when the land is readied, hopes are planted, and everything begins again. Whether you’re planting seeds in soil or ideas in notebooks, here’s to fresh starts and good things growing.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Festivals
It’s Assamese New Year, a time when the land is readied, hopes are planted, and everything begins again. Whether you’re planting seeds in soil or ideas in notebooks, here’s to fresh starts and good things growing.
#Assam #Bihu #Culture #Festivals
In my latest post on Bohag Bihu, I reflect on the traditions, music, dance, and food that make this festival so meaningful. It’s all about honoring cattle, celebrating community, and embracing renewal. #Assam #Bihu #Travel
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Bohag Bihu: Celebrating the Spirit of Renewal in Assam
As spring breathes new life into Assam, Bohag Bihu arrives to celebrate renewal, unity, and the hope of a prosperous year.
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April 1, 2025 at 1:18 PM
In my latest post on Bohag Bihu, I reflect on the traditions, music, dance, and food that make this festival so meaningful. It’s all about honoring cattle, celebrating community, and embracing renewal. #Assam #Bihu #Travel
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
For the people of Assam, bamboo represents more than just a resource; it is a symbol of sustainability, resilience, and the deep connection between nature and humanity.
#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
Assam’s Bamboo: A Timeless Tradition Shaping Sustainability and Culture
In Assam, bamboo is more than just a plant; it is woven into the very fabric of the region’s culture, history, and way of life.
open.substack.com
March 18, 2025 at 6:01 PM
For the people of Assam, bamboo represents more than just a resource; it is a symbol of sustainability, resilience, and the deep connection between nature and humanity.
#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...
#Assam #India #bamboo #sustainability
open.substack.com/pub/pxleyspa...