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Madan Kamadeva is a temple complex of 24 temples, and is
popularly known as "Khajuraho
of Kamrup". Set on a hillock full of Sal and Teak forest. The exact
history of the origin of the temples is not known, but it has been
estimated that the temple complex was built during the period of 10th-12th
century in Pal dynasty.
Layout Of The Temple
Madan
Kamadev or "Pancharath" had been built in 5 sections in the
affluent nature of Brahmaputra
valley. Nagara architecture had been used in the well-sculptured temple
having images carved out of monolithic rock. Erotic images had been
sculptured in the ornamentation. Uma and Maheswar, being the warranting
deities of the temple, are the main attraction. A six headed Bhairab, 4
armed Shiva, terrible looking demon, men-women and others are images
present in the temple.
The deity is worshipped at the Madan-Rati temple till today. On the
full-moon night Madan Kamadeva becomes heavenly. Possibly negligence but
nobody really knows the cause of the temples becoming ruins; but it only
helps the sentimental yearning for the golden past of the temples.
HOW TO GET THERE
Road: From Guwahati, 34-km along
NH-51 on Rangia-Tezpur route one will reach Baihata Chariali or Chaurasta.
On the right of it from 1½-km Southeast gateway further 3½-km is
situated Madan Kamadeva. Frequent bus services are there from
Guwahati, to Baihata Chariali. Mini bus is
also available over here. Buses from Rangia and Tezpur also run on this
route via Baihata Chariali.