The in Assam is one of the most venerated Shakti shrines in India and is regarded as one of the Shakti Peethams associated with the legend of Shiva and Daksha Yagna.

Kamakhya is located on a hill - Neelachala Parvat or Kamagiri near the city of Guwahati in Assam. Shaktiresiding on the Kamagiri hill is known as Kamakhyathe granter of desires. Assam traditionally has been known as the Kamarupa Desa and has been associated with Tantric practices and Shakti worship.

This temple was destroyed in early 16th centuryand then rebuilt in the 17th century by King Nara Narayanaof Cooch Bihar. Images of the builder and related inscriptions are seen in the temple.

The Kalika Puranaan ancient work in Sanskrit describes Kamakhya as the yielder of all desires the young bride of Shivaand the giver of salvation.

Legend has it that following the destruction of Dakshas sacrifice and the Rudra Tandava of Shiva parts of Sati's body fell at several places throughout India and these places are revered as Shakti peethas. The reproductive organ of Satiis said to have fallen here.

Festivals: Durga Puja is celebrated annually during Navaratri in the month of September- October. It is a three day festival attracting several visitors.