About
Asvakranta
Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated Lord Vishnu from Hindu folklore
situated in the North of Guwahati in Assam. This sanctuary of Lord Vishnu is
without a doubt one of the best holy places in Assam. Asvakranta Temple is
based on a rocky waterway bank and just looks the waterfront of the main
stream, Brahmaputra. This sacred Vishnu temple features as a standout amongst
the most well known tourist destination of Assam. Asvakranta Temple attracts
millions of pilgrims every year due to its rich culture, historical
significance and natural beauty of its surrounding. The great sight of the
mountains and hills combined with river and amazing carvings on the sanctuary
structure is a motivation behind why many visit Asvakranta Temple.
TIPS
& GUIDE: While going by the
Asvakranta Temple, one can investigate the few fascinating symbols of Hindu
legendary divine beings. Around the Asvakranta Temple, one can visit the
eastern site which has the footprint of Lord Krishna, Kurmajanardan and
Anantasayi which are two ancient sanctuaries dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has a
flight of stairs that has been worked to associate the 3 sanctuaries and has
survived hundreds of years after development, and the regular island, Aarparuat,
which is gone to by various white cranes.
The best time to visit the Asvakranta Temple is during
the months of November to May, as because the climate cools down to a
comfortable temperature and lets everyone enjoy the additional beauty of the
blooming orchids.
History
The origin and
history of the Asvakranta Temple are similarly glorious like its beauty and
holiness. The significance of "Asvakranta" is taken from the Hindi
word for horse. As indicated by the legend surrounding the sanctuary, Lord
Krishna had stayed outdoors here with his armed force before at last
overwhelming and destroyed the powerful evil demon, Narakasur. The Asvakranta
Temple is also connected with the tale of Lord Krishna and his better half
Rukamini. It is also believed that the spot where the sanctuary is constructed
is exactly where Lord Krishna’s horse had been surrounded by several enemies.
Asvakranta actually signifies 'climbed by
horses'. It is here that Sri Krishna stayed outdoors with his armed force
before he crushed and slaughtered Narakasur. Aswakranta is related with
Krishna-Rukamini scene. It is said that Krishna's Asva (horse) was encompassed
(akranta) by the enemies at this place.
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