All you need to know about Kamakhya Temple Assam

The Kamakhya Temple Assam is among the ancient temples of India located at Neelachal parvat, 6 kilometers from Dispur, The capital of Assam. According to Hindu mythology, this temple is also called the temple of Sati, among the oldest of the 51 Shakti Pithas. This temple is famous for tantra siddhis for tantric worshipers. Goddess Kamakhya temple is also called Sati temple and it is connected with the Kalika Purana or sati Purana. It has many versions, counted as 90 to 93 chapters. Goddess Parvati is an incarnation of goddess sati, this goddess sati temple also pronounced as Kamakhya temple dedicated to ten Mahavidyas of Saktism named as Kali, Tara, Tripura Sundari, Bhuvaneshwari, Bhairavi, Chhinnamasta, Dhumavati, Bagalamukhi, Matangi, and Kamalatmika.

In 21 century, many of the devotees of Kamakhya Devi believe that goddess bleeds that cause the Brahmaputra River to turn red. Near Kamrup Kamakhya Mandir there is no strong evidence claiming blood turns Brahmaputra River red, some people say that the priest of this temple pour vermillion causing River to turn red. This temple is full of mystery. You should visit this temple once and explore this holy place of India.

Secrets of Kamakhya Temple Assam

1. Inside this temple, you will not see any photo of Goddess Kamakhya. Rather there is a “कुंड”, a pool which is covered with flowers and we see water draining continuously and you will also see devotees worshipping yoni of Goddess Kamakhya.
2. According to the Puranas, it is mentioned that Lord Vishnu had made 51 pieces of goddess Sati with his Sudarshan. These 51 pieces wherever they fell shaktipeeth was formed.
3. This place is a hub of tantric worshipers that do black magic. People also come from far to fulfill their desires related to their lives.
4. People celebrate the Ambubachi Mela festival in between the Brahmaputra water turns red for three days. As people believed that it happens due to the menstrual period of Kamakhya Devi. During these three days temple remain closed. And after three days the temple of the Goddess Kamakhya is reopened and a crowd of devotees gathers.
5. You will be surprised to know that a very unique prasad is given to devotees. A white cloth is placed in this temple for three days. And after three days, when the temple reopens, the cloth is wet with red color and the cloth is given to devotees in the form of prasad.

Main highlights of Kamrup Kamakhya Mandir:

Longitude and Latitude:  26.1664° N, 91.7052° E

Weather: sunny, rainy, windy, foggy

City: Guwahati

State: Assam

 

Nearby places to visit:

1. Umananda Temple
2. Nilachal Hills
3. Bhubaneswari Temple
4. Assam State Museum
5. Peacock Island
6. Small river island with a Hindu temple
7. Nehru Park
8. Guwahati Planetarium
9. Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
10. Dipor Bil
11. Nabagraha Temple
12. Shila Devi Temple
13. Assam Tourism
14. Shri Aswaklanta Temple
15. Shukreswar Devalay
16. Sri Sri Ugratara Devalaya
17. ISKCON Guwahati
18. Kachari Ghat
19. Purva Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple
20. Digholi Pukhuri
21. Balaji Mandir
22. Chakreshwara Temple
23. Shukreshwar Ghat/Park
24. Desbhakta Tarunram Phukan Park
25. Basistha Mandir
26. Goshala Gol Park
27. Botanical Garden
28. Kalipur Ashram
29. Shraddhanjali Kanan
30. Doul Govinda Mandir
31. Dipor Bil
32. Bharat Sevashram Sangha
33. Northbrook Gate
34. Park Guwahati
35. Nepali Mandir
36. Digholi Pukhuri Park
37. Bir Silarai Udyan
38. Statue of Veer Lachit Borphukan
39. Madan Kamdev Temple
40. University Water Park – A
41. Sati Radhika Shaanti Udyan
42. Accoland
43. The Guwahati War Cemetery
44. Regional Science Centre
45. Lankeswar Temple
46. War Memorial
47. Poa Mecca Dargah Sarif, Hajo
48. Saraighat War Dam Lachit Gor
49. Belle View Point
50. Garchuk Lachit Garh
51. Hostel 3 Garden
52. Shishu Griha Park
53. Gandhi Mandap
54. Ambari Archaeological Site
55. Mystery Rooms Guwahati
56. Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary
57. Bhimeswar Dham Jyotirlinga Temple
58. Shri Hayagriv Madhav Mandir
59. Dreamland Amusement Park
60. Saraighat War Memorial Park
61. Dirgheswari Mandir
62. Deeper Beel Wildlife Sanctuary
63. Mini Tajmahal
64. Garbhanga Reserve Forest
65. Garbhanga Forest
66. Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra
67. Kopili Picnic Spot, Rani Guwahati
68. Sankardev Kalakshetra Science Museum
69. Silsako Lake
70. Bheemashankar Jyotirlinga
71. Treasured Wheels Museum
72. Children’s park, CDA, Guwahati
73. Gandhi Aashram
74. Kedar Temple

How to Reach Kamakhya Temple Assam?

By Air:

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is the nearest airport to the temple, the distance between Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Kamakhya temple is about 20 kilometers.

By Train:

The Guwahati Railway station is just 7 kilometers away from the Kamakhya Temple.

By Road:

Nilbari Bus stand of Assam is the nearest bus stand from the temple and is about (67.6 km) via NH 27.

Distance chart of Kamrup Kamakhya Mandir from different cities:

• Delhi to Kamakhya Mandir: 425.6 km
• Chandigarh to Kamakhya Mandir:366.7 km
• Noida to Kamakhya Mandir:400.3
• Haridwar to Kamakhya Mandir: 191 km
• Dehradun to Kamakhya Mandir: 144.1 km
• Rishikesh to Kamakhya Mandir: 169.3 km

Kamakhya Mandir Assam nearby hotels :

1. FabHotel Om Regency
2. Hotel Shreemoyee Inn
3. HOTEL SWASTIK INN
4. OYO 8326 Hotel The Silk Route
5. Mayflower Hotel
6. Hotel Prag Continental
7. Hotel Lilawati Grand
8. Hotel Rituraj
9. Hotel Divine View
10. Hotel Rajmahal

 

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Frequently asked questions about Kamakhya Temple Assam

1. How far is car parking from the temple?

Car parking is just 100 meters away from the Temple.

2. What is the best time to visit Kamakhya Mandir?

The best time to visit Kamakhya Mandir is between October to march

3. Why Kamakhya temple is closed for three days?

During the Ambubachi festival, the Temple remains closed for three days as it is believed that Goddess Kamakhya goes through her mensuration cycle and it is forbidden to enter the temple.

4. How can I buy an online VIP ticket for Kamakhya Devi Mandir?

Sorry, an online VIP ticket is not available as of now, you have to stand in the Q to get the ticket, it is open for 1-2 hours in the morning, afternoon and evening, it should be noted that only 3 tickets are available for one person.

5. I have an asthma problem can I visit the Kamakhya Devi Mandir?

If you are not medically fit then you should not come here. It is better to discuss with your doctor.

6. Can I click photos of the Kamakhya Temple Assam?

Yes, you can click photos but not inside the temple is not allowed.

7. Do I need to carry a covid – 19 vaccine certificate?

Yes, you are requested to bring your vaccination certificate and make sure to wear a mask and avoid standing in a crowded place.

8. Where to keep my DSLR camera outside the Temple?

You can carry along with you no restriction as such.