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Maa Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati
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Deity: Devi (Kamakhya)

Maa Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati

Nilachal Hill, Guwahati, Kamrup Metropolitan

About Maa Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati

Maa Kamakhya Temple is one of the oldest and most revered of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The sanctum sanctorum does not contain an image or idol, but a natural Yoni-shaped stone spring fed by a subterranean water stream.

Historical Significance

Rebuilt in 1565 CE by King Naranarayana of the Koch dynasty after destruction in the medieval period, merging local indigenous and classical traditions.

Architecture

Nilachal architectural style characterized by a beehive-like dome (shikhara) combined with sculpted friezes and lower stone plinths.

Spiritual Significance

A premier center of Tantric Shaktism celebrating the annual divine creative cycle during Ambubachi Mela.

How to Reach

6 km from Kamakhya Railway Station, 10 km from Guwahati Railway Station, and 20 km from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU). Accessible via taxis and hill shuttle buses.

Temple Offerings & Pujas

Red cloth (Rakta Vastra)

Kumkum

Red hibiscus garlands

Fruits

Sweets.

Quick Facts

  • Best Time to VisitOctober to April; Ambubachi Mela (June), Navratri, Durga Puja.
  • Entry FeeFree (Special direct entry queue tickets available)
  • Dress CodeConservative traditional Indian attire.

Temple Timings

  • Darshan Timings08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Darshan Timings02:30 PM - 05:30 PM

Location

Nilachal Hill, Guwahati, Kamrup Metropolitan