Sri Sri Ugratara Devalaya
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Tags : Temple
Timings : 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Time Required : 1 - 2 hrs
Entry Fee : No Entry Fee
Ugra Tara Temple, Guwahati Overview
Sri Sri Ugratara Devalaya, in the Lotaxil area in the heart of Guwahati, is a revered Shakti temple dedicated to Goddess Tara, a manifestation of Goddess Parvati. Built in 1725 by Ahom ruler Siva Singh, the temple is a significant spiritual destination, attracting both devotees and tourists. Unlike most temples, it does not house a traditional idol; instead, the sanctum features a water-filled pit that is worshipped as the deity.
The temple complex also houses a water tank in the vicinity called Jorepukhuri, situated to the east of the shrine. This tank is known to have survived a devastating earthquake which destroyed the upper part of the temple. Goddess Ugra Tara is revered as Goddess Kamakhya and is showered with offerings and sacrifices. It is believed that the Goddess likes consuming meat, coconut and liquor; hence, her devotees show their love and devotion by offering the same.
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Legends of Ugra Tara Temple
Another story suggests that Yama (God of Hell) complained to Lord Brahma that no person was sent to hell from the Kamarupa area because of its sacredness. Lord Brahma in turn went to Lord Shiva, and so Goddess Ugra was asked to send away her people. Later, Goddess Ugra sent her army to bring back her people. The army met Sage Vashishtha on its way back and disturbed his meditation. In anguish and rage, the sage cursed Goddess Ugra and Lord Shiva. Thence, all sadhnas were given up in Kamarupa and people started worshipping the Goddess. Also, Goddess Ugratara is worshipped in Buddhism.
