BhaktiVedAbout the temple
'Harikshetre Kamarupa': on Nilachal hill above the Brahmaputra, Kamakhya is a great centre of Shakta worship. There is no image in the sanctum: a rock in a natural spring is worshipped as the goddess.
The legend
Tradition holds that Sati's yoni fell here, and the shrine is revered as the source of creation and motherhood.
What makes it special
- Ambubachi Mela in June
- Temples of the ten Mahavidyas on the same hill
Main festivals
How to reach
- 🚆 Nearest railway station
- Kamakhya station; Guwahati
- ✈️ Nearest airport
- Guwahati
Before you go
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.
Stotras for this deity
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Guwahati Kamakhya?
Guwahati Kamakhya is in Nilachal hill, Guwahati, Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam.
Who is the presiding deity at Guwahati Kamakhya?
Sri Kamakhya Devi.
How do I reach Guwahati Kamakhya?
Nearest railway station: Kamakhya station; Guwahati. Nearest airport: Guwahati.
What is the best time to visit Guwahati Kamakhya?
October to April.
What are the darshan timings at Guwahati Kamakhya?
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.