Hajo
হাজো
A pilgrimage town shared by Hindus, Buddhists and Muslims, famous for the Hayagriva Madhava Temple and the 'Quarter Mecca' site.
Hajo lies about 30 km northwest of central Guwahati and is a sacred site shared by three faiths. The Hayagriva Madhava Temple on the hill is dedicated to Vishnu. The current structure was rebuilt by a Koch king in 1583. Some Buddhists believe the Buddha attained nirvana here, and pilgrims from Bhutan and Tibetan communities often visit. A large turtle lives in the pond in front of the temple. On nearby Garurachal Hill, the Poa Mecca mosque is said to hold a quarter of the sanctity of Mecca and is a pilgrimage site for Muslims. The two sites can be reached by taxi, and shoes must be removed and modest dress worn when entering the temple. Hajo is often visited on the same day as Sualkuchi.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Sualkuchi
- Deepor Beel
- Kamakhya Temple
- Fancy Bazaar
- Umananda Island (Peacock Island)
- Madan Kamdev
- Brahmaputra River Cruise
- Dighalipukhuri