Guwahati Sukreswar Shiva Temple, Assam

Address

Guwahati Sukreswar Shiva Temple, Pan Bazaar, Guwahati, Assam 781001

Deity

Sukreswar Amman: Parvati

Introduction

• Sukreswar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located on Itakhuli Hill on the south bank of the Brahmaputra River in the Panbazar locality of Guwahati City, Kamrup District, Assam, India.

Puranic Significance

• According to legend, Sage Sukra established his hermitage on Sukreswar hillock, where he meditated and worshipped Lord Shiva.
• The Kalika Purana mentions that the hillock, known as Hastagiri, resembles the hump of an elephant.
• The temple was constructed in 1744 CE by Ahom King Pramatta Singha (1744–1751), with additional donations made by his successor, King Rajeswar Singha (1751–69), in 1759.
• Situated on Sukreswar or Itakhuli Hill, the temple offers a picturesque view of the Brahmaputra River, with steps leading from the temple complex to the riverbank.
• The presiding deity, Sukreswar, is housed in the sanctum in the form of a Lingam, which is recognized as one of the largest Shiva Lingas in India.
• While the sanctum is well-preserved, the adjacent Nat Mandir has been replaced with sheets of iron.
• The temple complex also includes a Vishnu Temple.

Special Features

• Sukreswar Temple is renowned for housing the largest Lingam of Lord Shiva, a significant monument built by King Pramatta Singh of the Ahom dynasty.
• The temple attracts devotees from across India and abroad, eager to glimpse this historic Shiva Lingam from the 18th century.
• Although the Sukreswar Temple remains in good condition, the adjacent Nat Mandir has undergone alterations.

Festivals

• The temple celebrates Mahashivaratri, which is a prominent festival attracting many devotees.

Century/Period/Age

1000 Years old

Managed By

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

Nearest Bus Station

Guwahati

Nearest Railway Station

Guwahati station

Nearest Airport

Borjhar

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