Hamar Chhattisgarh : Maa Danteshwari Temple, Jagdalpur
Danteshwari Temple is located around 84 km (52 mi) from Jagdalpur city. This is the famous and sacred temple of Maa Danteshwari, a local goddess, worshiped as an incarnation of Shakti. This temple is believed to possess several divine powers. Every year during Dushera thousands of tribals from surrounding villages and jungles gather here to pay homage to the goddess.
This temple situated in Dantewada, south-west of Jagdalpur, at the confluence of the holy rivers Shankini & Dhankini, this six-hundred-year-old temple is one of the ancient heritage sites of India and is a representation of the religio-socio-cultural history of the Bastar region. The vast temple complex today is truly a standing monument to centuries of history and tradition. With its rich architectural and sculptural wealth and its vibrant festival traditions, Danteshwari Mai temple serves as the most important spiritual center for the people of this region.
Religious Belief
It is believed that a tooth of Sati had fallen here and Danteshwari Shakti Pith was established. According to the ancient legend, Goddess Sati committed self-immolation in the fire pit of yagna kund, due to an insult committed by her father Daksha towards her consort Lord Shiva during the Yaga. Raged by the death of Sati, Lord Shiva destroyed the Yaga of Daksha and with the body of Sati in his hands started to do 'Taandav'.Lord Vishnu cut the dead body of Goddess Sati with his Sudarshan to free Lord Shiva from the grief caused by her death. Parts of the dead body of Goddess Sati were scattered to fifty-two different places, which were consecrated as Shakti Pithas.
History of Temple
The Danteshwari temple was built in the 14th Century by the Chalukya kings in South Indian style of temple architecture. The idol of Danteshwari Mai is chiseled out of black stone. The temple is divided into four parts such as Garbh Griha, Maha Mandap, Mukhya Mandap and Sabha Mandap. Garbha Griha and Maha Mandap were constructed with stone pieces. There is a Garud Pillar in front of the entrance of the temple. The temple itself is located in a spacious courtyard surrounded by massive walls. The shikhara is adorned with sculptural finery.
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Best Time to Visit Danteshwari Temple
Every year during Dushera thousands of tribals from surrounding villages and jungles gather here to pay homage to the goddess. During Navratra in the month of October and November is the best time to visit this places.
By Road : This temple is about 84 KM from Jagdalpur city. There is many buses and private taxis are available for the temple.
By Train : Nearest railway station is Jagdalpur railway station.
By Flight : The nearest airport is Swami Vivekanand Arepoort Raipur, which is well connected to all domestic flights of India.
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