Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam

Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam

Kamakhya Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the mother goddess Kamakhya, located in Guwahati City in Kamrup District of Assam, India. It is one of the four Adi Sakthi Peethas and oldest among the 51 Shakti Peethas. The Temple is situated on the Nilachal Hill in western part of Guwahati city. It is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus and especially for Tantric worshipers. Historians believe the present name of Kamrup has been derived from the very Temple of Kamakhya.

The Kamakhya Temple is a familiar landmark of Assam, so much so, that the name of the Temple has become synonymous with the State itself. The Temple overlooks the ever-burgeoning city, and the mighty Brahmaputra meanders along its northern side. In July 2015, the Supreme Court of India transferred the administration of the Temple from the Kamakhya Debutter Board to the Bordeuri Samaj.

Legends

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History

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The Temple

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Temple & Pooja Timings

The General Darshan Timings of Kamakhya Temple at Guwahati (Assam) are as follows. On Special Occasions, like Durga Puja, the timings are modified.

5:30 AM	Snana of the Pithasthana.
6:00 AM	Nitya puja.
8:00 AM	Temple door open for devotees.
1:00 PM	Temple door closed for cooked offerings to the goddess followed by distribution among the devotees.
2:30 PM	Temple door reopens for the devotees.
5:30 PM	Aarati of Goddess followed by closing of the temple door for the night.

There are no defined visiting hours for the Pilgrims and Tourists. They can visit whenever the temple Remains open, which is from 5:30 AM in the morning to 10:00 PM in the night. On Special Occasions, these timings get extended.

Festivals

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Worship Practices

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Connectivity

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