The Kamakhya Temple, situated in Assam’s capital, Guwahati, is one of the most revered and mysterious Shakti Peethas in India.
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Dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, a form of Shakti, the Kamakhya Temple is renowned not only for its religious significance but also for the enigmatic aura surrounding it.
Here are six unsolved mysteries of the Kamakhya Temple that continue to captivate both believers and skeptics alike.
During the Ambubachi Mela, it is believed that Goddess Kamakhya menstruates, turning the Brahmaputra River red. The phenomenon remains a mystery to this day.
The Mysterious Bleeding
The temple houses a yoni-shaped stone instead of a traditional idol, symbolizing female fertility.
The Absence of an Idol
There are legends of a secret tunnel under the temple leading to the Brahmaputra River, believed to have been used by royalty. However, its existence is unproven.
The Secret Tunnel
Kamakhya Temple is a center for Tantric rituals, especially during the Ambubachi Mela. These practices remain secretive, adding an air of mystery to the temple's traditions.
The Tantric Practices
The temple’s natural pool never becomes dirty despite heavy use. No scientific explanation exists, making it one of the temple’s lesser-known miracles.
The Self-Cleansing Pool
Devotees believe the temple possesses healing powers, attracting those seeking cures for ailments. These claims remain unverified but strongly believed by many.