When to go
- Time of day
- Open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Mahabhairab Temple
Hilltop Shiva temple in Tezpur, said to hold the largest stone Shiva Linga in the world
Photo: ঈশান জ্যোতি বৰা · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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01 — The story
The story
Mahabhairab Temple stands on a hill in Tezpur and is dedicated to Shiva in his fierce form. Tradition credits its founding to Banasura, a demon king who worshipped Shiva. The main object of worship is a stone Shiva Linga, said to be the largest of its kind anywhere and admired as a work of early craftsmanship.
Maha Shivratri is the main festival, when thousands of devotees come to pray, light lamps and take part in rituals. From the hilltop there are wide views over the country around Tezpur.
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02 — About
About Mahabhairab Temple
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We’re still writing about Mahabhairab Temple: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.
03 — Plan your visit
Plan your visit
On the ground
- Access
- Nearest airport: Tezpur Airport (TEZ), Tezpur.; Nearest railway station: Tezpur Railway Station.
Where it is
Sonitpur, Assam
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