Umananda
Umananda is a small island located in the middle of the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati, Assam, India. It is known for the Umananda Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The island is also called Bhasmachala, which translates to "hill of ashes" in Sanskrit, referring to a legend associated with Lord Shiva. According to local mythology, Shiva cremated Kamadeva, the god of love, on this very spot.
The Umananda Temple itself is a significant pilgrimage site. It was built in the 17th century by
The island is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, making it a small ecological