Tucked on the sacred Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, the Mekhala Ujuwa Path is more than a trekking trail. It is a journey through legend, devotion, and living history. This guided 3 km walk gently leads you toward the revered Maa Kamakhya Temple, one of the most important Shakti Peeth pilgrimage sites in Assam. As you walk at an easy pace, your guide brings the path to life with fascinating stories, mythology, and the spiritual meaning attached to every step.

Believed to be among the oldest stone stairways in Assam, the pathway is linked to the powerful demon king Narakasura of Pragjyotishpur. According to local legend, Narakasura was a devoted follower of Goddess Kamakhya. After seeing a divine vision of the goddess, he wished to marry her. Kamakhya agreed on one condition. He had to build a pathway and temple from the base of Nilachal Hill to the shrine in a single night before dawn. Narakasura almost succeeded, but the goddess tricked him by making a hen crow early, making him believe morning had arrived. In anger he abandoned the work, leaving the stone pathway unfinished, and today it is known as the Mekhala Ujuwa Path.

Along the trek you will climb the ancient stone steps while hearing captivating tales of Narakasura, the boon granted by Lord Vishnu, and how the once just ruler later became tyrannical under evil influence. You will also learn how the present temple structure was rebuilt in 1565 by King Naranarayan, blending mythology with recorded history.

The walk is calm and spiritually uplifting. Surrounded by greenery, temple bells, and devotional chants in the distance, the trail slowly prepares you for the sacred atmosphere of the Kamakhya Temple premises. By the time you reach the top, the journey itself feels as meaningful as the destination, offering a rare experience where storytelling, heritage, and pilgrimage come together in one memorable walk.

We also provide you with the option to visit the Umananda Temple, situated on Bhasmachal, also known as Peacock Island, one of the smallest inhabited river islands in Asia (0.67 sq. km), in the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati.The temple was built in 1694 AD by Bar Phukan Garhganya Handique under the orders of the Ahom King Gadadhar Singha. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the site is renowned for its Assamese rock cut sculptures and its rich historical, cultural, and mythological significance.

Itinerary

• The tour starts from Maligaon.
• Trek through the Mekhela Ujuwa Path with your guide.
• Reach the Kamakhya Temple.
• Explore the temple, and you may also offer Puja if you wish.
• After visiting the temple, guests can return to their hotel or stay longer at their own convenience.
• Optional : Tourist can also choose to visit Umananda Temple after completing the trek. 

Note: If tourists are unable to trek uphill, they can be taken directly to the Kamakhya Temple by vehicle. After visiting the temple, they may choose to trek downhill instead.