Ma Nakteshwari Temple
The Manikeshwari Temple is located in the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India, situated in the southern part of the state. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Manikeshwari, who is revered as the Ishta Devi of the Nagavanshi Khyatriyas. The site is notable for its association with the Dussehra festival, during which animal sacrifice is performed as a ritual. This practice has been documented on film. The temple is also located in proximity to the Karlapat area, which is known for its wildlife.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Manikeswari
- स्थान / Location: Baragaon, Madhya Pradesh
महत्व · Significance
The temple is the seat of the Ishta Devi of the Nagavanshi Khyatriyas.
पूजा एवं साधना · Worship
- Animal sacrifice performed during the Dussehra festival
प्रमुख त्योहार · Festivals
- Dussehra
Nearby temples
- शिव मन्दिर पसियाही खुर्द (5.0 km)
- Trilochan Mahadev Temple (8.3 km)
- Saraswati Mata Mandir (17.4 km)
- Shiv Mandir Bardaha (17.7 km)
- Gomateshwar Mahadev Temple, Kerakat (21.2 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Ma Nakteshwari Temple?
Ma Nakteshwari Temple is dedicated to Manikeswari.
Where is Ma Nakteshwari Temple located?
Ma Nakteshwari Temple is located in Baragaon, Madhya Pradesh, India, at coordinates 25.5084, 82.7518.
Which temples are near Ma Nakteshwari Temple?
Nearby temples include शिव मन्दिर पसियाही खुर्द (5.0 km); Trilochan Mahadev Temple (8.3 km); Saraswati Mata Mandir (17.4 km).