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Sukreswar Temple, Guwahati

Sukreswar Temple

Sukreswar Temple, located on Sukreswar Hill along the southern bank of the Brahmaputra in Guwahati, is an 18th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built by Ahom King Pramatta Singha in 1744, it houses one of India’s largest Shiva Lingams. The temple is a revered site for Shaivites, also known for post-death rituals believed to grant moksha

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― Sukreswar Temple

Its scenic ghat, steps to the river, and panoramic views of sunsets over the Brahmaputra make it both a spiritual and cultural landmark of Assam.

Mythological Significance & History

The Sukreswar Temple was built in 1744 CE by the Ahom king Pramatta Singha on Sukreswar Hill, overlooking the Brahmaputra River. Later, his successor King Rajeswar Singha supported the temple with donations in 1759 CE, promoting Shaivism in Assam. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses one of the largest Shiva Lingams in India. According to legends, Sage Sukra meditated here, giving the temple its name.

Significance of the Temple

The temple houses one of the largest Shiva Lingams in India, and is held in great reverence as a prominent Shiva shrine in Guwahati.
Local tradition holds that performing post-death rituals at the temple grants the departed soul moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
According to legend, Sage Sukra used to meditate and worship at this hillock. The site is referred to as Hastagiri in the Kalika Purana, meaning “elephant hump hill,” due to its shape.
The temple is sometimes considered the sixth Jyotirlinga of India, further enhancing its spiritual status

Architecture of the Temple

The temple’s design reflects the architecture of Assamese Hindu temples of the Ahom period, featuring functional elements such as halls (Nat Mandir) and ritual spaces.

The complex includes:

An adjacent Nat Mandir with an iron-sheeted roo

A Vishnu temple and additional ritual halls for puja and ceremonies including post-death rites.

A long flight of steps descending from the temple to the Brahmaputra riverbank, the Sukreswar Ghat, which serves both religious and scenic purposes.

How to Reach to Temple

By Rail: Just about 1–1.5 km from Guwahati Railway Station—it’s a short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride.

By Air: Nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, approximately 20–21 km away.

By Road: Well-connected through roads; accessible via taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local buses

Temple Timings

  • Morning Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    600 AM to 12:00 PM

  • Evening Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Temple Location

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