About Maa Kamakhya Devalaya
Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati is the most sacred center of Tantric Shakti worship in India, celebrating the creative divine feminine force.
The inner sanctum contains no idol but a natural subterranean spring over a yoni-shaped stone. Millions gather during the annual Ambubachi Mela in June.
Highlights
- Supreme Shakti Peeth Shrine
- Ambubachi Mela Celebration
- Nilachal Hill Panoramic Overlook
Plan your darshan
Maa Kamakhya Devalaya: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Maa Kamakhya (Shakti Peeth). General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Maa Kamakhya Devalaya.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Maa Kamakhya (Shakti Peeth)
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters