About Lankeswar Temple
Lankeswar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple situated atop a small hillock in the Lankeshwar-Jalukbari area of western Guwahati, Assam. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is one of the city's oldest shrines and offers panoramic views of the Brahmaputra valley and surrounding hills. Reached by a flight of stone steps, the temple features a simple sanctum with a Shiva lingam and is visited for worship, especially during Maha Shivratri, and for its peaceful hilltop setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small hilltop Shiva temple reached by climbing a flight of stone steps. The complex includes a modest sanctum housing a Shiva lingam, an open courtyard and surrounding hill vegetation with views over Jalukbari and the Brahmaputra valley. The atmosphere is quiet and devotional, with devotees offering prayers, bells and incense. There are small shops at the base selling offerings and limited facilities at the top.
Key highlights
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Hilltop Shiva temple with panoramic views of western Guwahati and surrounding hills
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Ancient Shiva lingam in the sanctum revered by devotees
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Stone stairway ascent to the temple atop Lankeshwar Hill
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Peaceful, less crowded alternative to larger temples in Guwahati
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Special gatherings and prayers during Maha Shivratri and Mondays in Shravan
History of Lankeswar Temple
Lankeswar Temple is regarded as one of the ancient Shiva shrines in Guwahati. Local tradition associates the site with Lord Shiva worship dating back many centuries, with the present structure maintained and renovated over time. It is considered among the older temples in the Jalukbari area and holds continuity as a place of Shaivite worship.
Culture & Context
The temple is an important Shaivite religious site for local devotees in Guwahati. It is especially significant during Maha Shivratri and the month of Shravan when devotees offer water and prayers to Lord Shiva. The hilltop setting is also valued for its tranquil environment for meditation and worship.
Route
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