Powa Mecca Hajo

About Powa Mecca Hajo:

However, during the full moon of Jaishtha, people visit the mosque as it is believed to be an auspicious day. It is also better to avoid the monsoon.

The word ‘Powa’ means 1/4th and hence, Powa Mecca figuratively refers to having some of the sanctity of Mecca. The tomb of Pir Giasuddin Auliya, a pioneer of Islam is located here. The Powa Mecca is located near the Madhava temple. It was constructed by Mir Lutufullah-i-Shiraji in 1657, during the rule of the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan. It is also believed that the foundation of the Mosque here was laid with the soil that was brought from Mecca.

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Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, Summer, October, November, Autumn
Location: hajo, Assam, India

How to Reach There:

Airport: Guwahati Airport

The nearest Airport is Guwahati Airport  .We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Guwahati Airport to Powa Mecca Hajo is 37.1km

Railway Station: Guwahati railway station

The nearest railway station is Guwahati railway station .We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Guwahati railway station to Powa Mecca Hajo is 33.6km

Bus Stand: Guwahati Bus Stand

The nearest Bus Stand is Guwahati Bus Stand .We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Guwahati Bus Stand to Powa Mecca Hajo is 33.1km

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