Assam

Ugratara Devalaya

Tara / Shakti · Guwahati · Assam

Hindu temple

Prominent Shakti shrine of Guwahati

Why it is famous

Prominent Shakti shrine of Guwahati. The site is associated with Tara / Shakti and is an important part of the sacred geography of Assam.

📜 Pilgrimage history

Ugratara Devalaya is a temple dedicated to Ugratara located in the western side of Jor Pukhury tanks in the heart of Guwahati city in the Lotaxil (Latasil) locality in Northeast India. The Ugratara Temple in Uzan Bazaar in the eastern part of Guwahati, Assam, is a Shakti shrine. Legend has said that the navel of Sati, first consort of Shiva, is related to this temple.

🕰️ Temple timings

  • Opening hours and ritual schedules can change; confirm locally or through an official temple or tourism source before travelling.

🙏 Darśan details

  • Visit arrangements follow the customs of this temple; observe local instructions, dress respectfully and maintain silence in worship areas.
  • Festival days, weekends and auspicious dates may bring longer queues; arrive early and allow extra time.
  • Photography, footwear, bags and phone rules vary by site; use only designated counters and facilities.

🚉 Location & getting there

📍 Ugratara Devalaya, Guwahati26.1806, 91.7539 · Tap to open Google Maps

Nearest bus stand

GuwahatiState transport buses stop here.

By road

Use the main road connections to Guwahati; confirm the final local transfer and seasonal road conditions before departure.

🪔 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.

🛏️ Where to stay

  • Guesthouses and hotels in or near Guwahati
  • Additional accommodation in the nearest district or transport centre in Assam

🛕 Nearby temples

📅 Best time to visit

Choose a comfortable local season and confirm festival dates, weather and access conditions before travel.