Umananda Temple

This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the invocation of the temple combines two meanings “Uma” which is any other invocation to Goddess Parvati and "Ananda" which means happiness and symbolizes the union of divine love and happiness.

Umananda Temple is a well-known Hindu temple located on Mayur Island in the Brahmaputra River near Guwahati Assam, India. Built by the Ahom king Gadadhar Singh in 1694, the temple exhibits a combination of Assamese and Mughal architecture. ?Despite prolonged damage caused by the 1897 earthquake, it was later restored with the help of a local contractor. ? ?

The temple is very important for the duration of the Mahashivratri pageant which attracts many devotees who come to offer prayers and participate in many rituals. ?The island is also home to the endangered Golden Langur, which makes it especially beautiful.

Umananda Temple is rich in cultural heritage which makes it a popular pilgrimage destination and one of the worship places of Assam. Explore this place with Kiomoi’s Assam Tour Packages.

Points to Remember

Timing: 5:30 am to 6:00 pm. 

Duration: 1-2 Hours.

Entry Fees: No fees

Best Time to Visit: November to April.

Umananda Temple Weather

Visitors can enjoy the temple at any time but below is the list of when you can enjoy the trip with Guwahati Tour Packages.

Summer (March to June):

Temperature: 25°C to 35°C.

Weather: Hot and humid. Light cotton clothes, sunglasses, hat/cap, sunscreen, and comfortable footwear.

Monsoon (July to September):

Temperature: 24°C to 32°C.

Weather: Heavy rainfall, high humidity. Light raincoats, umbrellas, waterproof footwear, and light breathable clothes.

Autumn (October to November):

Temperature: 18°C to 30°C.

Weather: Pleasant with moderate temperature. Light to moderate clothing, comfortable footwear, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.

Winter (December to February):

Temperature: 10°C to 22°C.

Weather: Mild to cool. Warm clothes such as sweaters, light jackets, shawls, and comfortable footwear.

How to Reach

Take a ferry from Uzan Bazar Ferry Ghat in Guwahati to Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra River to reach Umananda Temple. The journey takes about 10-15 minutes.