Basistha
Basistha is a locality situated in south of Guwahati, named after sage Vashistha. Basistha Temple is located in extreme south of locality with hermitage of sage Vashistha popularly known as Bashistha Ashram[1] while Basistha river flows through temple. All major rituals of Hindus are performed here. Basistha ashram's scenic surroundings makes it major picnic spot within the city alongside its religious importance.[2] National highway 37 passes through Basistha square or chowk which transforms it as transportation hotspot. Basistha square and its nearby areas are major commercial centers.
See also
- Adabari
- Bhetapara
- Ganeshguri
- Kamakhya
References
- "Basistha Ashram". mustseeindia.com. Archived from the original on 10 July 2012. Retrieved 22 November 2012.
- "Basistha Temple". wikimapia.org. Retrieved 22 November 2012.
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