umananda

Umananda is mostly visited for its Shiva Temple, the Umananda Temple, which comprises two words ‘Uma’ which means Lord Shiva’s wife and ‘Ananda’ which means Happiness. The island is home to a large population of golden langurs, an endangered species of primate. The British named the island Peacock Island for its structure. Umananda, the smallest inhabited river islet in the middle of the mighty Brahmaputra is a hidden gem that showcases the raw beauty of nature and provides a serene retreat for travellers.