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Ugratara temple The Ugratara temple of Guwahati, Assam is said to be a "Shakti Pitha", a temple built over body parts of Goddess Sati as per Hindu mythology. It is believed that here a portion of the navel of the Goddess fell, and petrified into a stone block which is kept inside a small 'Kund' (water body) in the sanctum of the temple. The antrum of the temple houses two metallic (made of Ashta Dhatu, an alloy of eight metals) idols of Goddess Kali, one new and the other old. It is said that once the idol (at that time only one idol was there) was stolen and all efforts to get it back failed. After six months a new idol was made to be installed in the temple. But surprisingly, the stolen idol was recovered by police and brought back to the temple before the new one was installed. So, both the idols were installed for worshipping. The temple has 3 parts - a wide hall or Mandapa in front, an antrum in the middle with two idols of the Goddess and a sanctum behind with the water filled octagonal "Kund" where the rock regarded as the petrified navel of Goddess Sati is kept. It is said that this "Kund" is connected to the river Brahmaputra, and it's water level falls and rises along with the water level of Brahmaputra. On top of the sanctum there is an elongated dome shaped tower or Shikhar. As a whole the temple is built as per Nilachala style. Behind the temple there are two big ponds collectively called "Jor Pukhuri" (Twin Ponds). One interesting thing in this temple of Goddess Ugratara is a large number of pigeons which walk and fly here and there fearlessly. These pigeons are dedicated to the Goddess, and are marked with a vermilion spot on their forehead. The Shiva temple Every Shakti temple is accompanied by a temple of Lord Shiva, known usually as the Bhairava of the Goddess. At Ugratara temple complex, there is a white coloured temple built in the Nilachala style with a tall elongated dome shaped tower or Shikhara. The antrum of the temple houses a small Narayana idol and a beautiful marble statue of Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of Learning and Knowledge. The octagonal sanctum houses a big Shiva Lingam made of stone.
Asis ChatterjeeAsis Chatterjee
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Ugratara Temple is a Hindu temple located in the western side of Jorpukhuri tanks in the heart of Guwahati city. Situated in Uzan Bazar, it is one of the most sacred Shakti temples in Assam and among the best places to visit in Guwahati. Dedicated to Sati Devi, Ugratara Temple was built by Ahom ruler, Shiva Singha in the year 1725 AD. A tank known as Jorpukhuri, built by the king, is situated to the east of the temple. Due to an earthquake, the upper section of the temple was destroyed, after which the present temple has undergone several renovations and modifications. The main sanctum of the temple has no image or idol. A small pit filled with water is considered as the Goddess. There is also a Shiva Temple beside the main temple. Ugratara Temple is one of the seven Shakti peethas described in Kalika Purana. It is believed that this is the spot where the novel of Goddess Sati fell after Shiva danced with her corpse. According to Kalika Purana, there are seven Shakti peethas which are mainly concentrated on and around Kamakhya Temple. One of these is called 'Dikkara Vasini'. Dikkara Vasini has two forms, Tikshna kantha and Lalitha kantha. Tikshna kantha is black and potbellied, also called as Ugratara or Ekajata while Lalitha kantha is gracefully attractive, also called as Tamreshwari. The Ugratara temple is dedicated to this form of Dikkara Vasini. Navratri is the main festival celebrated in this temple. During this festival, devotees from across the country visit to offer prayers and seek blessings of the Mother. Traditionally, the temple practices animal sacrifices to please the goddess. Ugratara is worshiped in general like Kamakhya. She likes liquor, flesh, coconuts, and sugar cane.
Narender KumarNarender Kumar
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It was my second day of exploring Guwahati and I was returning from Navagraha Temple and saw the Jorpukhuri Pond and was on my way to this temple. It took some time to walk without any breaks. This temple is located on the western side of the Jorpukhuri pond. It was built by the Ahom king Shiva Singh in 1725 and it is considered as one of the most important pilgrimage. While the pind serves as a tank to fulfill the requirement for water at the temple. With time, there were a number of renovations and modifications done at the premises due to the unprecedented natural calamities. Goddess Ugra Tara is the official deity of this temple. Navaratri is one of the main festivals which is celebrated joyfully in this temple. There are lots of devotees who visit here to pray and seek the blessings of the goddess. Moreover the temple is really beautiful and is red colored. It has really been maintained and well taken care of. There were also a good number of swans which roamed around the temple. But I didn't like a thing and that was an old man which I guess was a person who takes care of the temple, was beating the swans with a cane to scare the birds away from coming around the temple. Overall, it was a nice experience in witnessing a temple with such a rich culture and heritage around it. ~12th May, 2023
Saptarshi BardhanSaptarshi Bardhan
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The divine shakti peeth of Maa Ugratara is located at Latasil, towards the west of the famous Jorpukhuri or the twin ponds in the heart of Guwahati. It is a Shakti peeth with a water body in the main worship area. It dates back to the Ahom rule of Siva Singha where various sacrificial rituals were conducted which are witnessed even today. It's gets all decked up during the Durga Puja but can be visited any time of the year. You will witness numerous pigeons flocking in and the serene atmosphere leaves you calm and at peace. Do get a glimpse of the Jorpukhuri.
Jahnu DasJahnu Das
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I love the serenity of this holy place. There is an ancient tale about this place as explained by one of the priests. Rishi Vashishth accomplished his siddhi in this place. The place where the Rishi sat for meditation is called the Naval region of Devi Maa Ugratara, now covered with water is inside the main temple. But I must say that no considerable initiaives has been taken to preserve this ancient temple.
Sunandita SharmaSunandita Sharma
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Very beautiful and powerful Temple located in Guwahati. This temple temple can be visited along with Navagraha temple. Mornings they allow you to go inside garbhalayam. U can feel the divine energy inside the temple complex. Sit and meditate. Evening Arati is mesmerising. The temple closes at 6.pm. Please visit in the mornings. Take Auto or cab to reach this place or make this temple part of your city tour.
Travel PhotographerTravel Photographer
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Ugratara Devalaya is a temple dedicated to Ugratara located in the western side of Jor Pukhury tanks in the heart of Guwahati city in the Lotaxil locality in Northeast India. The Ugratara Temple in Uzan Bazaar in the eastern part of Guwahati, Assam, is a Shakti shrine.
attractions: Dighalipukhuri Park, Assam State Museum, Guwahati Planetarium, Uzan Bazaar Fish Market, Uzan Bazar Park, War Memorial, MAATI CENTRE, Jorpukhuri Park, Destinatia Tours & Travels, North East Network, restaurants: 11th Avenue Cafe Bistro, Food Villa, Guwahati Heights, 4 Seasons Restaurant, Uruka, Loyans Bakery & Confectionery, Fat Belly, Uzan Bazaar, Cafe Bellevue OG, The Steaming Mug, The Bean Journal Boutique Café
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