Bhuvaneshwari Temple Guwahati

This sacred temple in Guwahati is ancient and is built in dedication to Goddess Bhuvaneswari. This temple is located at the top of the Nilachal Hills, a bit higher than the famous Kamakhya Temple in the city. The surrounding of the temple being picturesque attracts a large number of tourists from different parts of the country. From the top of the hill, the city of Guwahati looks beautiful and this amazing view is never to be missed out.

Being a very prominent Hindu pilgrimage site, the temple attracts a large number of devotees who come from great distances to seek the blessings of the deity. As per the Hindu mythology, Goddess Bhuvaneswari is considered as the feminine ruler of the universe. The spiritual ambience of the place blended with the beauty of nature makes it a very important attraction of Guwahati. One can spend hours here admiring the beauty of the place and spending some time in peace.

Popular Things to do & See in and around

The temple being dedicated to Goddess Durga is an important religious site where the Ambubachi Fair is held on a large scale. This occasion is celebrated in a grand way and if you are travelling to the city during this time then this fair is must see. Apart from it there are a number of sites around the temple that can be visited.

Getting There 

Guwahati is well connected with all the possible means of transportation and one can travel to the place by airways, railways or roadways.