Maa Pitambara Temple also known as Bagalamukhi Devi Temple
is a famous temple located in Amleshwar (south of Raipur) town, approx 25 km
from Durg, Chhattisgarh, dedicated to Mahavidya Goddess Bagalamukhi.
Bagalamukhi is one of the ten mahavidyas (great wisdom goddesses) in Hinduism.
The temple was established by Param Pujaya Shri Shri Pitambara Pithadhishwar
Yogiraj Youdhishthir Ji Maharaj.
Legend
According to the legends, when a mighty storm erupted over
the earth which threatened to destroy the creatures on the earth, all Gods
assembled in Saurashtra to discuss the solution. They prayed to Goddess
Bagalamukhi, who appeared from Haridra Lake and she calmed down the destructive
storm. Since then, she was worshipped as an incarnation of Goddess Parvati.
Architecture
The internal mandam of the temple has marble flooring and
the walls of the temple is crafted with different gods and godesses idol
postures. Goddess Bagalamukhi has golden complexion and she is always seen in a
yellow dress. The Goddess sits on a golden throne which lies in the midst of an
ocean of nectar which is full of yellow lotuses and her head is adorned with a
crescent moon.
Culture
The internal mandam of the temple has marble flooring and
the walls of the temple is crafted with different gods and godesses idol
postures. Goddess Bagalamukhi has golden complexion and she is always seen in a
yellow dress. The Goddess sits on a golden throne which lies in the midst of an
ocean of nectar which is full of yellow lotuses and her head is adorned with a
crescent moon.
Darsan Dresscode
Need to wear modest clothes and avoid shorts for men
Darsan Info
Temple is open on all days from morning 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Temple Rituals
The temple provides prasad to the devotees after 12.00 PM
Additional Info
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