Shaktipeeth of Maa Kamakhya Devi, located in the beautiful and sacred valleys of Assam, is one of the most famous and miraculous religious places in the country, where millions of devotees throng throughout the year. Now devotees will not have to face any kind of difficulty in reaching this holy place located in Guwahati, Assam from Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, because the expansion in means of transportation has made this journey very easy. If you are also planning to attend the court of Maa Kamakhya from Ranchi, then it is very important for you to know how you can reach this divine place in minimum time and without standing in long lines, how you can get supernatural darshan of Maa through VIP arrangement within just 30 minutes. The importance of this temple, situated on the Neelachal mountain located in Guwahati city of Assam, is famous all over the world for Tantra Sadhana and Shakti worship, where devotees from India and abroad come with their vows. Keeping in mind the convenience of the pilgrims of Jharkhand, in this article we are going to tell you in detail about the route of the entire journey from Ranchi to Kamakhya Temple, train and flight options, time table and easy ways to have quick darshan, so that your journey can be completely auspicious without any hassle. Best options for flight and train from Ranchi to Guwahati: The distance from Jharkhand's capital Ranchi to Assam's main city Guwahati is more than a thousand kilometers, to cover which you have great options for both air travel and rail travel. If you want to save time and reach Maa's court as soon as possible, you can take a flight from Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi to the popular Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati. Although most of the flights from Ranchi to Guwahati are connecting flights via Kolkata or Patna, the total travel time comes down to just a few hours and you easily land in Assam. Apart from this, if you prefer to travel by rail, then direct or weekly trains are available from Ranchi Railway Station to Guwahati or nearby Kamakhya Junction which takes you to Assam giving you the pleasure of this journey. Train travel is considered best for those people who want to have a comfortable journey with their family while staying in budget and want to enjoy the natural views. It is always wise to book train tickets and check flight schedules as per your convenience before embarking on a journey, so that any last minute inconvenience can be avoided. Easy way to reach Kamakhya Temple from Guwahati Airport or Railway Station. When you reach Guwahati by train or flight, then the distance from there to Kamakhya Temple situated on Neelachal Hill is not very much and means of local transport are easily available. The distance of the temple from Guwahati Railway Station is about seven to eight kilometers, while from the airport the distance is about twenty kilometers, from where you can book a cab, auto-rickshaw or taxi and reach directly to the main gate of the temple. From the foot of the hill to the temple, local vehicles are available all the time which take you to the temple complex within a few minutes. On the way, the beautiful climate of Assam and the view of the banks of river Brahmaputra removes the fatigue of your religious journey in a moment. As soon as you step on the Neelachal hill, the spiritual atmosphere and chanting of mantras fills your mind with a deep peace and energy, which is considered to be one of the most beautiful moments of this journey. Get darshan of Maa Kamakhya in just 30 minutes, VIP pass and the entire process of online booking. Even during normal days, there is such a huge crowd of devotees coming from every corner of the country in Kamakhya temple that sometimes it takes four to six hours or more to have darshan while standing in the normal queues. But if you want to save your time and have darshan of Maa within just 30 minutes without standing in long queues, then the best way is to opt for VIP darshan pass or special entry ticket. For the convenience of the devotees, special darshan passes are arranged by the temple trust and administration both online and offline, which you can book in advance through the official website of the temple. Apart from this, special Quick Darshan slip can also be obtained from the counters located around the temple premises by paying a fixed fee, through which you are given entry in a separate and fast queue. By taking advantage of this special arrangement, you can reach the sanctum sanctorum within just half an hour i.e. thirty minutes and have the rare and miraculous darshan of Maa Kamakhya. For the elderly or children traveling with them, this VIP facility proves to be no less than a boon, due to which they can easily perform their worship without any physical fatigue. Important things to be kept in mind during Kamakhya Temple Yatra and weather information: Before going for the darshan of Maa Kamakhya, it is very important to keep some important things in mind so that your journey can be completely successful and pleasant. First of all, if we talk about the weather, Assam has a humid and rainy environment throughout the year, so do not forget to keep light cotton clothes and an umbrella or raincoat with you, because it can rain suddenly at any time. There are strict security arrangements in the temple premises and due to the huge crowd, it is important to take special care of your belongings and children. Apart from this, there are many shops around the temple to buy Prasad and puja materials, but it is better to bargain while shopping. The Ambubachi fair held in the month of June is considered to be the biggest and famous festival here, during that time lakhs of Tantriks and Sadhus and Saints from India and abroad come here, so if you want a normal and peaceful darshan, then plan your trip in other months except that period. This religious journey that started from Ranchi will also bring a new spiritual energy in your life.
