Perched atop the serene Nilachal Hills of Guwahati, the Bhuvaneshwari Temple offers visitors a spiritual retreat with a breathtaking view of the city and the majestic Brahmaputra River. The Bhuvaneswari Temple is located very near to the Maa Kamakhya Devi Temple and is approximately 1 km from it. Situated right on top of the sacred Nilachal hills, the temple allows devotees and visitors to enjoy scenic views and a calm atmosphere, making it perfect for spending quality time and one of the best places to meditate amidst nature.
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During the Navratri festival, Bhubaneshwari Devi is worshipped on the fourth day, as she is the fourth among the ten Mahavidyas venerated during the festival. She is considered the preserver of the Universe. Goddess Bhubaneshwari is regarded as the creator, apart from being the sustainer of the world. Known by various names, she is one of the manifestations of Goddess Kali and is a fierce form of the divine Shakti. During the Durga Puja Festival, which falls within the Navratri festival, Goddess Bhubaneshwari is also prayed to for bestowing her divine blessings on the devotees. The temple looks resplendent, as it is decorated and adorned during these days.
Architecturally, since the temple is situated on the rocky hills of Nilachal, so the divine form of the Goddess worshipped remains in its natural state. A beautiful structure made of stones, cement, and marble along with a shrine, has built around the Goddess’ idol. The stone structure is quite similar to the Kamakhya Temple and offers tranquil surroundings for the devotees and tourists to enjoy. Many tourists prefer to trek upwards to the temple from Kamakhya, which is one kilometer away. From the Bhuvaneswari Temple, one can also get a panoramic view of the city and the Brahmaputra River. The temple also attracts a large number of devotees and tourists from around the world during Ambubachi and Manasha Puja.
During Navratri Festival and Puja, the mandir is decked up and decorated with flowers, and devotees throng to pray and seek blessings. The flat surface of the hilltop is where Goddess Bhubaneshwari’s shrine sits, and all around the temple, there are systematically built areas where one can relax, pray, meditate and spend some time. Beside the main temple is the space where devotees can light diyas and agarbattis to show their devotion and pray. The main shrine is surrounded by sacred natural water, that is the underground perenninal spring that never dries up. The hollow surrounding her shrine is constantly filled with water, similar to how it is in the Kamakhya Temple’s main shrine.
This tranquil white shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhuvaneshwari is a hidden gem for both religious pilgrims and tourists seeking peace and tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The picturesque surroundings of the temple attract a large number of tourists from different parts of the country. From the top of the hill, the city of Guwahati looks beautiful, and this amazing view is not to be missed out.
As a prominent Hindu pilgrimage site, the temple attracts a large number of devotees who come from great distances to seek the blessings of the deity. One can spend hours here admiring the beauty of the place and enjoying some peaceful moments.
While the temple has undergone recent renovations, it still maintains its old-world charm and spiritual ambiance, making it a perfect spot for meditation and reflection. The architecture of this temple is praiseworthy; even during heavy rains, when water flows through the temple’s stairs, it can be climbed without much difficulty, as they are broad and not slippery. The temple has been well maintained after the recent renovations and is clean and beautiful, with natural abundant. The surrounding area provides a quiet escape from the city noise, allowing visitors to connect with nature and soak in the panoramic views of Guwahati.
Accessible via a short walk from the Bus Stand below, the temple's location on the hill offers a unique vantage point to admire the beauty of the city and the river below. The Bhuvaneswari Temple is located very near to Maa Kamakhya Devi Temple, so it is well connected to the area through taxi cab services or through private car services. The main Kamakhya Gate, right at the start of the Nilachal hill road, also has taxis and public transport that will easily drop off devotees and visitors at the Bhubaneshwari temple, or at the Kamakhya temple, from where one can either walk or take the available transport.