Navagraha Mandir, Guwahati
The astrological heart of Prāgjyotiṣpura
⭐ Why it is famous
Nine liṅgas under one dome representing the grahas — the shrine that gave Guwahati its old name, the city of eastern astrology.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Built by Ahom king Rajeswar Singha in the late 18th century on an ancient site of astronomical study.
🕰️ Temple timings
- Darśan 05:30 – 20:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Graha-śānti pūjās performed by resident priests
- Quiet hilltop, short queue
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Navagraha Mandir, Guwahati, Chitrachal hill, Guwahati, KamrupGuwahati (GHY) — 3 km
Chitrachal hill, Guwahati bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Guwahati (GAU) — 23 km
Autos up Chitrachal hill from Silpukhuri.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Hotels in Guwahati
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹8,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Guwahati planetarium
- Brahmaputra riverfront
🧵 Part of these circuits
📅 Best time to visit
October–March