Haleshwar Temple

Haleshwar Temple

Haleswar Temple is an 18th century Hindu temple, located about 10 kilometers north of Tezpur  in the state of Assam.

History

This temple, established by the king who founded the capital of Kamrupa at Harupeswar, holds the distinction of being the oldest temple. According to mythology, a linga was discovered by a farmer while plowing the fields. The farmer, known as Halowa colloquially, gave rise to the term Haleswar derived from “Halowa” Initially, a temple was built upon the linga, and later, in 1705 A.D., it was reconstructed by King Rudra Singha of the Ahom Dynasty.

The temple is unique in its status as a place of worship for both Vaishavites and Shivaites.