Kamakhya Temple is one of the most respected Hindu temples

Kamakhya Temple is one of the most respected Hindu temples located atop the Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Assam, India. It is a prominent symbol of the region's rich cultural heritage and religious enthusiasm. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, also known as the Bleeding Goddess or the menstruating goddess, and it attracts thousands of devotees and tourists from all over the world each year.

In Hindu culture, the Kamakhya Temple holds immense importance due to its association with Goddess Kamakhya, who is believed to embody Shakti, the divine feminine energy. Hindu mythology considers Shakti as the primal source of creation and power. The temple is considered one of the Shakti Peethas. In these sacred sites, body parts of the goddess Sati, consort of Lord Shiva, are said to have fallen when Lord Shiva danced the cosmic dance of destruction known as Tandava after Sati's self-immolation.