Lankeshwar Temple

This temple is not only famous among the Hindu devotees but also among the usual visitors of Assam. According to Hindu mythology, Ravana, the king of Lanka (now Sri Lanka) worshiped Bhagwan Shiv at this place. Hence it is known as Lankeshwar. The temple has various religious sculptures that show its religious significances. Here, pilgrims can see marble-made stairs that will lead to the sacred temple. There are a total of 452 steps.

On the eve of Maha Shivaratri, a religious festival devoted to Lord Shiva, devotees come here to have sacred Darshan and blessings of divine power. Since the temple is located at easily accessible area, the pilgrims can easily visit here. The temple was constructed by the then king of Guwahati city many centuries ago. According to Hindu mythology, this temple is one of the most respectable as well as sacred Shiva temples in the country. It is said that once a person visit this temple, his all sins would be removed.

Lankeshwar Temple was constructed on the top of a hill surrounded by scenic beauty. Lankeshwar is regarded as one of the several forms of Lord Shiva. According to a legend Ravana, the king of Lanka had worshipped Lord Shiva here. Hence it is known as Lankeshwar. There are some stone sculptures that adorn the beauty of the temple. Devotees visiting the temple need to climb almost 452 marble steps to reach the temple. The staircase has been built by the monetary contributions of the pilgrims.