Devi Dol (Sivsagar)

India / Assam / Sibsagar / Sivsagar / Temple Road

Devi Dol of Sibasagar was built by Queen Madambika, wife of Ahom king Swargadeo Shiva Singha in the year 1734. The Devi Dol is dedicated to Goddess Durga, the Hindu Goddess of 'Power'. It is 60 feet in height and 120 feet in diameter.
There is a special space for worship beside the temple. This is 'bolisthal' (sacrifice place) and is used only during Durga Puja and Kali puja.
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Coordinates:   26°59'20"N   94°37'56"E
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