Saturday, May 9, 2020

Kotiling Shiva Temple, Guwahati, Assam

Kotiling Shiva Temple, Guwahati, Assam
Kotiling Shiva Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located very near to the famous Kamakhya Temple located Guwahati City in Kamrup District of Assam, India. It is situated on the north side of Nilachal Hill. The Temple is situated on the banks of Brahmaputra river.





History
The Temple is believed to be built in 1565 CE.




The Temple
This is a cave temple situated on the north side of Nilachal Hill. Devotees need to climb 300 steps to reach this Temple. Presiding Deity in the form of Linga is housed inside a cave. Idols of Ganesha can be found in the temple premises. Parashuram Kund can be found on the east side of the entrance.




Connectivity
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Location

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