Mahabhairab Temple, Tezpurमहाभैरव मंदिर
An old Shiva temple in Tezpur with a very large Shivalinga.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSonitpur, Assam
Central Assam and the hills
Central Assam and the hills
Best time to visit15 February to 15 March and 1 October to 15 December
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Height75 m above sea level
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbyTezpur, Guwahati
EntryFree
About Mahabhairab Temple, Tezpur
An old Shiva temple in Tezpur, believed to have been founded by the demon king Banasura, with one of the largest Shivalingas in India. The present building is a restoration. Maha Shivratri draws thousands, and on other days it is quiet. It is a short stop in the town with Agnigarh hill.
What to see and do
- Large Shivalinga
- Linked to Banasura's legend
- Maha Shivratri crowd
- Short stop in Tezpur
- Pair with Agnigarh Hill
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- Agnigarh Hill, TezpurSonitpur, Assam · Monuments & HeritageA town hill in Tezpur with a sculpture park and views of the Brahmaputra.
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