Ugra
Tara Temple, Guwahati,
Assam
Ugra Tara Temple is a Hindu Temple
dedicated to Goddess Tara Devi, located in the western side of Jor Pukhury
tanks in the heart of Guwahati city in the Lotaxil (Latasil) locality in Assam,
India. Being one of the 51 Shakti
Peethas of Hindu Mythology, this temple is one of the holiest
sites for devotees of the Shakti sect of Hinduism.
Legends
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History
The Temple was believed to be
built in 1725 CE by Ahom King Siva Singha. He also excavated a tank called Jorepukhuri,
situated to the east of the temple. The upper part of the temple was demolished
by a disastrous Earthquake. Later, it was re-built by a local citizen.
The Temple
This is a small temple, situated
in the western side of Jor Pukhury tanks. Presiding Deity is called as Ugra
Tara. There is no idol in the sanctum. A small pot filled with water is
considered as the Goddess. There is a Shiva temple beside Ugra Tara Temple and two
ponds behind both temples.
Connectivity
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Location
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