Guwahati Trip Overview
Guwahati is an ancient city. It was earlier known as ‘Pragjyotishpur’ meaning the seat of astrological studies in the east. Tantric worship also propagated around the famous Kamakhya Temple which is an important shrine of the Shakti cult being one of the 51 Shakti Peeths in India. This tour takes one to four important and ancient Hindu temples in Guwahati.
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Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Starts: Guwahati, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Guwahati, Assam, India
Guwahati is an ancient city. It was earlier known as ‘Pragjyotishpur’ meaning the seat of astrological studies in the east. Tantric worship also propagated around the famous Kamakhya Temple which is an important shrine of the Shakti cult being one of the 51 Shakti Peeths in India. This tour takes one to four important and ancient Hindu temples in Guwahati.
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Stop At: Kamakhya Temple, Nilachal Hill, Guwahati 781010 India
Kamakhya devi temple situated on the Nilachal parvat in Guwahati is one of the 51 Shakti Pithas of India and an important pilgrimage destination especially for Tantric worshippers. A stairway through a bazaar of colourful shops takes one to the temple. It is a monument with both historical and religious importance.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Navagraha Temple, Chitrasal Hills, Guwahati India
Navagraha is the temple of the nine planets. This is an ancient site for astrological studies. Guests can consult astrologer to know about their future (optional).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ugratara Temple, Uzan Bazaar Near Jor Pukhuri, Guwahati India
Ugratara temple in Guwahati dedicated to Goddess Ugratara, a form of ‘Shakti’ and is related to Tantric worship. The present temple structure was built by Ahom king Shiva Singha in the 18th century. Two beautiful tanks known as Jorpukhuri are in the backside of the temple where people used to take bath before worshipping Goddess Ugratara.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Umananda Temple, Peacock Island Baruah Souk, North Guwahati, Guwahati 781030 India
Umananda temple on Umananda Island is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati. It is the smallest inhabited river island. Guests will cross a ferry to reach the temple and come back.
Duration: 2 hours
