Aswaklanta Temple Guwahati
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Deity: Lord Anantasayi Vishnu and Lord Janardana Place: Guwahati Assam
Aswaklanta Temple Guwahati. Dedicated to Lord Anantasayi Vishnu and Lord Janardana. Located in Guwahati.
- Primary Deity
- Lord Anantasayi Vishnu and Lord Janardana
- Architecture
- Assam-type temple architecture
- Built
- 1720 CE
- Builder
- Ahom King Siva Singha
- Entry Fee
- Free
- Best Season
- October to March
- Darshan Time
- 30-45 minutes
- Dress Code
- Traditional and Formal clothes
- Address
- Available soon.
History
The temple was built by Ahom King Shiva Singha in 1720. It is believed that Lord Krishna stopped at this location to rest his tired horses while searching for Narakasur, giving the temple its name, which means 'tired horses'.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is religiously significant as a place dedicated to Lord Vishnu, situated along the banks of the Brahmaputra River.
Spiritual Practices
मंदिर में ध्यान, विष्णु सहस्रनाम का पाठ और ब्रह्मपुत्र नदी के तट पर संध्या आरती का विशेष महत्व है।
Spiritual Experience
मंदिर का वातावरण अत्यंत शांत और आध्यात्मिक है। ब्रह्मपुत्र नदी की लहरों की ध्वनि और मंदिर की घंटियाँ भक्तों को एक गहरे ध्यान की स्थिति में ले जाती हैं।
Darshan Timings
- 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
- 06:00 AM - 12:00 PM
How to Reach
- Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati
- Guwahati Railway Station
- गुवाहाटी शहर से टैक्सी या ऑटो द्वारा आसानी से पहुँचा जा सकता है।
- Nearest Airport: is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, which is at a distance of 10 km from the temple. One can book a taxi or take public transport to reach the temple.By RoadThe city is connected with the temple, and one can easily get the public transport or take a private taxi to reach the temple. The city is also available with the transport facilities from the nearby cities. By RailThe nearest railway station is Guwahati Station, at a distance of 7-8 km from the temple. From t
- Nearest Railway: is Guwahati Station, at a distance of 7-8 km from the temple. From the station, one can easily get a taxi and take the public transport to reach the temple.Best Time to Visit Aswaklanta TempleThe best time to visit the temple is in the winter months from October to March.During these times, one can easily explore the temple and also enjoy the sight-seeing.
- Nearest City: Guwahati (5 km)
Major Festivals
- Janmashtami
- Diwali
- Holi
- Navratri
Sacred Mantras
- Usage: दैनिक पूजा और ध्यान के लिए
Mantra: ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
Meaning: भगवान वासुदेव को नमस्कार
Special Puja
विष्णु सहस्रनाम पाठ और विशेष भोग अर्पण।
Unique Rituals
- Name: नदी तट पूजा
Timing: प्रातः काल
Description: ब्रह्मपुत्र नदी के जल से भगवान का अभिषेक करना।
Associated Legends
- Title: भगवान कृष्ण की कथा
Narrative: पौराणिक कथाओं के अनुसार, जब भगवान कृष्ण नरकासुर का वध करने आए थे, तब उनके घोड़े इस स्थान पर थक कर रुक गए थे, इसलिए इसका नाम 'अश्वकान्त' पड़ा।
What Devotees Pray For
- Problem: जीवन में शांति और बाधाओं का निवारण
Practice: भगवान विष्णु की विधि-विधान से पूजा और अभिषेक।
Scriptural References
- Text: Kalika Purana
Context: Mentions the sanctity of the Brahmaputra banks in Guwahati.