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HARIDWAR |
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Mansa Devi
Temple | Maya Devi Temple |
Har ki Pauri |
Daksha Mahadev Temple |
Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar
| Sati Kund |
Bhimgoda Tank |
Sapt Rishi Ashram |
Parad Shivling |
Doodhadhari Barfani
Temple | Pawan Dham |
Bharat Mata Mandir |
Anandamayi Maa Ashram
| Rajaji National Park
| Shanti Kunj |
Kaliyar Sharif Chandi Devi TempleAmong all the mythological sites in
Haridwar, the temple of Chandi Devi holds much significance. The temple
occupies a position on the top of Neel Parvat.
Constructed in the year 1929 by the King of Kashmir Suchat
Singh, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi,
after whom it is named. River Ganges flowing just by the site adds much
to the overall appearance of Chandi Devi. The temple has the privilege
of being counted among the popular Shaktipeethas
(Hindu sites of special mythological significance) in the Northern
India. Due to the belief that whoever pays a visit to the temple gets
his/ her wishes fulfilled by the blessings of Goddess Chandi Devi, the
temple is considered as Siddhapitha. This belief makes the temple of
Chandi Devi all the more popular among tourists, both from India and
abroad.    Almost every temple in India has some
legends associated with it. According to Hindu mythology, the kingdom
over which Lord Indra reigned was taken over by two demon kings named
Shumbh and Nishumbh. These demons had begun to throw
away gods from heaven. It was therefore time to create a powerful
goddess. Finally, from the cells of goddess Parvati was created a
goddess - Chandika Devi. Since the goddess was very
beautiful, demon king Shumbh wished to marry her but was refused. This
denial led to an enraged combat. The goddess first killed Chand Munda,
the demon's army chief and then were slain the demon kings Shumbh and
Nishumbh. Since the battle took place on the Neel Parvat, the temple is
a tribute to the whole incident. Though it is a wonderful experience to
trek up to the temple, visitors also have the option of using the
ropeway to reach there. If you enjoy steep climbs, you will take 45
minutes to reach the temple of Chandi Devi in Haridwar. However, you can
cut the travelling time short as you choose the ropeway; reaching the
temple by ropeway takes up just 5-10 minutes. The image installed at the
temple is very ancient. The idol of the goddess is believed to be put up
here around 8th century AD, by Adi Shankaracharya.
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