Ugra Tara temple Flashcards
1
Q
Where is this temple located ?
A
Guwahati , Assam
2
Q
Diety ?
A
Tara Devi (Shakti shrine)
3
Q
Who built this temple ?
A
Ahom king Siva Singha
4
Q
Is there a shrine or an idol in the temple ?
A
NOO , a small pit with water itself is considered as Goddess
5
Q
Recent development ?
A
This temple has taken an initiative to conserve black soft shell turtles in its premises
6
Q
What type of turtle is it ?
A
Fresh water turtle
7
Q
Found in ?
A
India and Bangladesh (native to Brahmaputra river)
8
Q
IUCN ?
A
Extinct in the Wild as of 2002
