Umananda Temple | Timings, Ferry Cost & Address

Umananda Temple is a Shiva temple placed on Umananda (Peacock Island) Island in the middle of the river Brahmaputra just opposite the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Kamrup or the Kachari Ghat in Guwahati, Assam state. It is known as the smallest inhabited riverine island in the world. Temple Timings are Monday to Sunday: 9:30 am–5:30 pm.

A temple has been built on Bhasmachala Hill. Country boats on the bank of Brahmaputra take the visitors to the island. ‘Umananda’ comes from two Hindi words, ‘Uma,’ another name for Lord Shiva’s wife, and ‘Ananda,’ which means happiness.

Umananda Temple History:

The brick temple was built in 1694 CE by the Bar Phukan Garhganya Handique by order of King Gadadhar Singha (1681–1696), one of the eldest and strongest rulers of the Ahom dynasty. The Mughal Army violated the Temple. The original Temple was, however, significantly damaged by a devastating earthquake in 1897. Later, it was rebuilt by a wealthy local merchant who chose to inscribe the interior part of a Siva temple with Vaishnavite slogans.

Temple Timings:

Here are the Umananda Temple Timings:

Day	Timings
Monday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Wednesday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Thursday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Friday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Saturday	9:30 am–5:30 pm
Sunday	9:30 am–5:30 pm

Umananda Temple Ferry Cost & Timings:

• The ferry starts from Kachari ghat.
• Journey Time: 10 mins to the Mandir.
• Boat Boarding Point: Kachari Ghat is close to Paltan Bazar, 2 Km away. Autos and Buses are operating from Paltan Bazar to Ghat.
• Private and Government Boats run from all Ghats to the Temple.

Ferry (or) Boat type	To and Fro Ticket Cost	Ferry(Boat) Timings
Government	Rs.20/ person	10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Private	Rs.200 – Rs.300/ person	10:30 am – 4:00 pm

Nearby Places Around Temple:

Bhuvaneshwari Temple: 

As per Hindu mythology, Goddess Bhuvaneswari is considered the feminine ruler of the universe. The spiritual climate of the place, blended with the beauty of nature, makes it a significant attraction of Guwahati. 

Assam State Museum: 

The museum exhibits sections like epigraphy, sculptures, crafts, natural history, and folk art forms. The rare and antique collections are displayed here, making this museum unique.

Digholi Pukhuri: 

The lake offers a breathtaking evening view when lit with several lights. There is a café near this lake where you can relax and enjoy coffee after relishing the boat ride.

Sri Sri Ugratara Devalaya:

Ugratara Devalaya is a temple dedicated to Ugratara and is located on the western side of Jor Pukhury tanks in the heart of Guwahati city.

Kamakhya Devi Temple: 

Kamakhya Devi is well-known as the bleeding goddess. The Temple appears very beautiful during the evening aarti. This is near Umananda Temple. The Temple is dedicated to the tantric goddesses. Apart from the deity Kamakhya Devi, a Temple compound houses ten other Kali avatars named Kamala, Dhumavati, Matangi, Bagola, Tara, Bhairavi, Chinnamasta, Tripura Sundari, and Bhuvaneshwari.

Doul Govinda Mandir:

The Temple is mainly devoted to Lord Krishna. Besides, there is a Namghar and a temple within the same premises.

Guwahati Planetarium:

The planetarium is a centre for astronomical education and research. Built in 1994, it is the only planetarium in Assam.

Shri Shri Aswakranta Temple:

Aswa means ‘horse,’ and Klanta means ‘tired’ in the Assamese language. Lord Krishna was searching for Narakasura; his horse felt tired here, where the Shri Aswaklanta temple is located now. 

Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden:

The Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden is the largest of its kind in the North East region, and it is spread across 432 acres.

Shukreswar Devalay:

It is dedicated to Lord Shiva; the Temple was constructed in 1744 CE by the Ahom king Pramatta Singha. King Rajeswar Singha made a financial supply for the Temple in 1759. The Temple is known for having one of the biggest Shiva Lingams in India.

Thirumanancheri Temple:

Thirumanancheri Temple is near the Kaveri River in the Mayiladuthurai district of Tamil Nadu state. This place is about 35 km away from Kumbakonam. The main deities in this temple are Lord Shiva and the goddess Parvati.

Hotels Near Temple:

• Radisson Blu Hotel
• Hotel Grand Majesty
• Cygnett Inn Repose
• Mayflower Hotel
• Hotel Rajmahal
• Hotel Dynasty
• Hotel Prag Continental
• Hotel SJ International
• Hotel Atithi
• Rains Inn
• Hotel Nandan
• The Contour Hotel
• The Guwahati Address by Centre Point

Temple Address:

Peacock Island, Baruah Souk, North Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam 781030.

How to reach Temple:

The following are travelling ways to reach Umananda Temple.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Guwahati, which is 22 Km from Ghat.

By Train:

The nearest Railway station is Guwahati, which is 3 Km away.

By Road:

This Temple can be reached by Boat from Guwahati.

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