Shukreswar Temple Guwahati

About Shukreswar Temple Guwahati

The Shukreswar Temple is located in the city of Guwahati, Assam, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. You can enjoy Sitting on the steps of Sukreswar ghat and seeing the sun setting on the river and boats moving across the river. It has one of the largest Lingams of Lord Shiva. The temple was built by Ahom King Parramatta Singha in the year 1744.

The temple is well known, as it is known as the home of the sixth jyotirlinga of India. It is believed that the last rituals of the person are carried out here, then they 'get'moksha’ directly and are kept at peace after death. Thus, this importance attracts the people to this temple, and many devotees visit this temple to have the darshan of the divine Shivlinga there.

How to Reach Shukreshwar Temple

The city is well connected with all the means of transport and is also a known pilgrimage place. Some ways to reach there are as below:

By Air

The nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, at a distance of 21 km from the temple. One can easily take a taxi or can take the public transport to reach the temple.

By Rail

The Guwahati Railway Station is the closest railway station at a distance of 4 km. Where trains from different major cities arrive. Thus, one can easily book their tickets to this station to reach the temple. From the station, one can easily hire a taxi or local transport to reach the temple.

By Road

Guwahati city is well connected with the roads, and people regularly use the roadways to reach the temple. The public transport from the nearby major cities is easily available. Thus, one can easily take public transport or can directly by taxi.

Best Time to Visit Shukreshwar Temple

The best time to visit this temple is in the winter from October to March. This is the cooler time when one can explore the temple easily and, with the best means, also have the best options for sight.