Welcome to Maa Kamakhya Temple
माँ कामाख्या मंदिर - पूरी जानकारी
The start page of our 6-page series. Checked 16 October 2026
Kamakhya Temple stands on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam. It is one of the best known Shakti Peethas. The goddess here is worshipped in the form of a natural stone with a spring, and not as a carved idol. Every June the temple hosts the Ambubachi Mela, one of the largest gatherings in Northeast India.
This is the hub of our guide. Use it to find the right page fast. Every page is checked against official and public sources, and each one lists its sources and answers common questions.
How we wrote this: The Dekho Dham team used the official Maa Kamakhya Devalaya website, news reports and public records. We say clearly when something is official and when it is general advice. Last checked: 16 October 2026.
Kamakhya Temple at a Glance
एक नज़र में
The quick facts
| Where | Nilachal Hill, Kamakhya, Guwahati, Assam 781010 |
| What | A Shakti Peetha and Tantra centre. The goddess is worshipped as a stone with a spring, in a natural cave shrine |
| Official websites | maakamakhya.org and maakamakhyadevalaya.org |
| Door timings | 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and 2:30 PM to 5:15 PM, as listed by the Devalaya |
| Darshan | General darshan is free. Special Darshan is Rs 501 and online only since 15 June 2026 |
| Big festival | Ambubachi Mela, around 22 to 26 June, with the temple closed for about three days |
| Nearest station | Kamakhya Junction, about 5 to 6 km |
| Nearest airport | Guwahati (GAU), about 20 to 25 km |
| Live darshan | No regular live stream found. See the note below |
Choose Your Page
अपना पेज चुनें
Six pages, one trip
1. History, Story and Significance. The Sati legend, the Mahavidyas, the Ahom and Koch years, Tantra and the festivals.
2. Timings, Special Darshan and Rules. Daily schedule, the Rs 501 Special Darshan, dress and footwear, and fake-website warnings.
3. Places to Visit Near Kamakhya. Umananda, Navagraha, Basistha, Lachit Ghat, Hajo, Madan Kamdev and Pobitora, with day plans.
4. How to Reach Kamakhya. Flights, trains, roads, local transport, where to stay and monsoon tips.
6. Fact Check - True or False. Nineteen common claims about the temple, checked against official and public sources.
Plan by Time
समय के अनुसार
What to read first
| Your time | Where to start |
|---|---|
| A few hours | Page 2 for timings and rules, then go for darshan |
| One day | Page 2, then Navagraha and Lachit Ghat from Page 3 |
| Two to three days | Pages 2, 3 and 4. Add Umananda, Hajo and Madan Kamdev |
| Before you book | Page 4 for routes and Page 2 for festival dates and closures |
| To understand the temple | Page 1 for the full story |
| To check a claim you heard | Page 6, the fact check |
Five Quick Tips
ज़रूरी सुझाव
Before you go
- Use only the official websites. Other sites offering online pujas in the temple's name are not authorised, says the Devalaya.
- Reach early. The door opens at 8:00 AM and weekends are busy.
- Wear modest clothes and shoes that are easy to take off. Footwear is not allowed beyond the main entrance.
- Keep your phone silent and do not take photos inside the main temple or sanctum. Tobacco is banned on the hill. See Page 2 for what is official and what is not.
- Avoid Ambubachi and Durga Puja if you want a quiet visit. They are very crowded.
Reading Corner
पाठ
A traditional prayer
Meaning: O Kamakhya, giver of boons, goddess who lives on the blue mountain.
A traditional prayer line. We could not trace a single verified source for it, so please treat it as popular devotional wording.
Ambubachi Mela
अम्बुवाची मेला
The great June festival
At Ambubachi, the temple is believed to mark the goddess's yearly menstrual cycle. The doors stay closed for about three days, then reopen for a huge crowd. Special prasad of Angodak (spring water) and Angabastra (a piece of red cloth) is given. Read the full details on Page 1 and the closure notes on Page 2.
Live Darshan
लाइव दर्शन
An honest note
No regular live stream found. We could not find an always-on live darshan link. The "Webcast Live" link on the Devalaya website had no working link as of 16 October 2026. The YouTube channel "Kamakhya Devalaya Official Channel" describes itself as the official channel and streams mainly during Ambubachi. The player below shows its live streams playlist, so you may see past streams.
Live streams playlist from YouTube. If the player does not load, open the playlist on YouTube. For history, watch the video on Page 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers
What is Kamakhya Temple famous for?
Where is Kamakhya Temple?
What are the Kamakhya Temple timings?
Is Kamakhya darshan free?
What is the official website of Kamakhya Temple?
Is there a live darshan of Kamakhya Temple?
How many days do I need for Kamakhya and Guwahati?
How do I reach Kamakhya Temple?
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Sources and further reading
- Maa Kamakhya Devalaya, official website (maakamakhya.org)
- Maa Kamakhya Bordeuri Samaj
- Wikipedia: Kamakhya Temple: general background
- The Sentinel (Assam), 12 June 2026: special darshan online
- Kamakhya Devalaya Official Channel, live streams playlist (YouTube)
- Pages 1 to 4 of this series list their own detailed sources. Photos: Wikimedia Commons contributors, with credits under each photo
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