Mansa Devi Temple
Haridwar, India
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- Hindu temple in India
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- Address: X558+528, Mansa Devi Paidal Marg, Udyog Nagar, Haridwar, Uttarakhand 249401, India
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What is Mansa Devi Temple famous for?
Revered as the goddess of snakes who grants wishes, Maa Mansa Devi's temple stands as one of the most ancient and renowned Siddhpeeth sites. Perched atop the Shivalik Hills at a height of over 500 feet, this sacred abode holds great significance for devotees seeking divine blessings and spiritual fulfilment.
Which part of Sati fell in Mansa Devi Haridwar?
It is said that in the place where the Mata Mansa Devi temple is today, here the next part of Sati Mata's head was dropped. The temple of Mansa Devi was first known as the temple of Mata Sati. It is believed that King Gopaldas of Manimajra built a cave from his fort to the temple, which is about 3 kilometers long.
Is Mansa Devi Temple Haridwar a Shakti Peeth?
The Mansa Devi temple is among the five pilgrimage spots or panch-tirthas in Haridwar. It is said to be the home of Goddess Mansa, a form of Goddess Shakti. It is said that Mansa originated from the mind of Lord Shiva and this temple, perched on the Bilwa parvat, is one of the 51 shakti peeths.
Who is Mansa Devi in Haridwar?
According to legendary belief, Mansa Devi is considered as the Manas daughter of Shiva. It is said that when Vasuki Nag wanted his sister to do so, Shiva offered her this girl named Mansa. Mansa Devi is worshiped as a serpent deity.
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