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Maa Manipuri Than

 

The Dhemaji district is one of the popular places of interest in Assam and among the many attractions in this district one of the most visited pilgrimage site is the Maa Manipuri Than which is located towards the south western side of Dhemaji. This temple was established during the rule of the Ahom dynasty. It is an ancient temple that is surrounded by dense grasslands and hills and is still considered to be a place of immense importance at Dhemaji. It is said that the temple was built by King Gaurinath Singh so that the natives living here could prepare themselves for the Mua Mariah renaissance. Today, many devotees travel to this religious site to seek the blessings of the almighty and also take a glimpse of the culture and historical significance. The locals living around this site are known to be creators of beautiful arts and crafts.