Ambubachi Mela is an annual religious event held at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati for four days in the middle of June every year
It is believed that Mother Goddess Kamakhya goes through Her yearly menstruation course during this time due to which the doors of the Kamakhya Temple remains closed for devotees
After the end of the four day long Ambubachi Mela, the doors of the Kamakhya Temple are opened and pilgrims throng inside to pay their respect to the Mother Goddess in large numbers
This year the Ambubachi Mela will be held from June 22 to 26. Devotees and ascetics visit the Kamakhya Temple in huge numbers during the time of Ambubachi Mela
Here are 5 reasons to visit Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya-
1. Witness the vibrant sights and sounds of the holy placeKamakhya Temple which is one of the holiest places in India comes alive with vibrant sights and sounds at Ambubachi Mela and the thrill of it can be felt only when you go there
2. Pay your respects to Ma KamakhyaAmbubachi Mela is a good time to visit the Kamakhya Temple and say your deepest wishes and pay your respects to Ma Kamakhya
3. Admire the impressive architecture of the holy placeNilachal Hills is full of temples besides the Kamakhya Temple and Ambubachi Mela is a good time to admire the architecture of these religious places
4. See the beauty of Nilachal HillsAs Ambubachi Mela is the time when devotees need to walk from the foothills to the top to pay their respects to the Goddess, it is also a good occasion to see the abundant greenery of Nilachal Hills
5. Embrace the holy atmosphere with positive vibesAmbubachi Mela is a good time to soak in the holy atmosphere at Kamakhya Temple and come back with loads of positivity and happiness