Kamakhya Devi Shakti Peetha
Kamakhya is a Shakti Peetha located in Guwahati, Assam, India, where yoni of Devi Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding goddess is Kamakhya and the Bhairava is Umananda.
Umananda • Yoni • Guwahati, Assam • India
Last verified by Sanjeet Kumar on 2026-04-20 • Reviewed by Pandit Review Desk
Today's status
Quick facts
- Devi
- Kamakhya
- Bhairava
- Umananda
- Body part
- Yoni
- Location
- Guwahati, Assam, India
- Darshan
- 05:30 - 22:00
- Last verified
- 2026-04-20
Legend and significance
Kamakhya is venerated as the seat of Shakti where the creative energy of the Goddess is worshipped without anthropomorphic form. The sanctum is centered around a natural cleft continuously bathed by subterranean spring water, and this ritual form makes Kamakhya distinct among Shakti temples.
Tantric lineages treat Kamakhya as a living seat of sadhana rather than only a pilgrimage stop. Pilgrims visit for fertility blessings, spiritual initiation, and Mahavidya worship traditions specific to Nilachal.
Pilgrims come to Kamakhya for powerful Shakti upasana, fertility blessings, and Ambubachi observances. It is one of the most visited Shakti centers in Eastern India with active annual ritual cycles.
Location and how to reach
- Nearest airport: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
- Nearest railway: Guwahati Junction
- From Shillong: 100 km (3 hours)
- Shared cabs and autos are available from Guwahati Railway Station and Paltan Bazar.
Darshan timings
05:30 - 22:00. Closed for ritual break in afternoon.
Dress code: Modest Indian attire preferred. • Entry fee: General darshan free; special darshan tickets available on site.
VIP darshan: Available (Varies by festival day)
Festivals
Ambubachi Mela
Annual ritual period linked to the fertility symbolism of Kamakhya.
Current year: 22-26 June 2026 (editorially verified) • Next year: June 2027 (pending annual confirmation)
Festival starts in 29 days.
Where to stay
Stay options range from budget dharamshalas to city hotels near Guwahati. Confirm seasonal pricing before peak festival dates.
Nearby Peethas
- Aparna Karatoya
Karatoya basin, Rangpur • approx 250 km
- Aparna
Bogra region, Rajshahi • approx 287 km
- Tripura Sundari
Udaipur, Tripura • approx 294 km
Plan your visit
Use Daanyam for sankalp-based seva planning, donation pathways, and guided yatra combinations.
FAQs
Is Kamakhya temple open every day?
Yes, but darshan windows vary during major festivals and ritual intervals.
What is the most important festival here?
Ambubachi Mela is the primary annual observance and draws large pilgrim crowds.
Can families visit comfortably?
Yes. Early morning darshan is usually the most manageable for families and elders.
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