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Assam Ketakeshwar Dewal Tezpur
Ketakeshwar Dewalis a holy shrine and one of the major tourist and pilgrimage attractions in Tezpur, Assam. It is known for containing one of the biggest Shiva Linga in India and all over the world as well. Shiva is the main God in this temple and the major attraction is obviously the Shiva Linga. This is a must see holy shrine for anyone on a pilgrimage to the Eastern part of the country.
History
The stories that talk about the formation of this temple are very interesting. Legend says that the current Shiva linga is there due to an Earthquake when it uplifted it. The local residents of Tezpur believe that this Earthquake contributed towards the uprooting of the Shiva linga. Even today, the temple is divided into two parts where one part is dedicated to the base of the Shiva linga.
How to Reach
By Air
The Tezpur Airport is less than 10kms away from the KetakeshwarDewal and it is connected by the national high way with a high frequency of buses and taxis.
By Rail
The Tezpur Railway station is almost 5 kms away fromKetekibari and the continuous availability of buses and taxis make the commuting very comfortable for tourists.
By Road
The Dewalaya lies on the Ketekibari Field link road and it is quite a distance away from Tezpur. But it is well connected and you can always hire a taxi or catch a bus to the nearby Varatak bus stop.
Important Shrines
The whole temple is divided into two parts which are just a few meters apart from each other. The first part is the original lingam and the second part is where it was moved after the quake. The locals believe that this move happened on its own after an earthquake shook Tezpur.
Significance of The Temple
This is one of the most powerful temples in the north eastern part of India. The natural formation of the Shiva Lingam makes it very special in the hearts of the pilgrimage. The original temple was covered by bamboos and the devotees were made to approach by foot. But after seeing the overwhelming response by pilgrims all over India, a complete shelter was constructed around the place for the convenience of the devotees and to protect it from natural elements.
Weather and Time to Visit
This temple is open to visitors all around the year and there is no particular time to visit the shrine. The best time to visit would ideally be sometime around October where the weather is pleasant in Assam.
Accomodation
- Tezpur is just a few kilometers away from this temple and decent accommodations are available there.
- Hotel KRC Palace is one such hotel which is located about 31 kilometers from the KetakeshwarDewal.
- There are other mid-sized hotels for overnight accommodation and food.
Tips For Devotees
The Shiva lingam is very special in terms of history and religion. A pilgrimage tour of Eastern India would be incomplete without a visit to the KetakeshwarDewal.
Rules and Rituals of The Temple
The temple can only be reached by a narrow lane and the temple itself is located in a very remote area. It is a peaceful shrine where the devotees can offer their prayers in peace without the hassle of too many rituals.
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