Dirgheshwari temple, Guwahati

Name: Dirgheshwari temple
Address: Guwahati, India

#17 among attractions in Guwahati

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Dirgheswari Mandir is a temple situated in the northern banks of the river Brahmaputra in Guwahati, Assam,India. Many ancient images made on rocks existed along with the temple. Brick temple was Built by Ahom king Swargadeo Siva Singha, Dirgheswari temple is considered as a Shakti Peetha for Shakti Worship. The main attraction of Dirgheswari temple is the annual Durga Puja celebrations, in which devotees from far of places use to attend. ()

Coordinates: 26°14'33"N, 91°44'58"E

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Nearby attractions include: Umananda Temple, Guwahati Planetarium, Dighalipukhuri, Assam State Museum.

3.2 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Umananda Temple, Guwahati
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3.5 miS
Museum, Entertainment, Observatories and planetariums
Guwahati Planetarium, Guwahati
90 min walk • Guwahati Planetarium is a center for astronomical education and research. Built in 1994, it is the only planetarium in Assam and the North-Eastern region of India. Its distinctive dome and sloping walls set it apart from the skyline of the area.
3.8 miS
Lake
Dighalipukhuri, Guwahati
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4 miS
Museum
Assam State Museum, Guwahati
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3.7 miS
Temple
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4.1 miS
Market, Shopping
Pan Bazaar, Guwahati
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4.9 miSW
Universities and schools
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4.4 miS
Temple
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3.8 miS
Memorial
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Museum
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