Manikeshwari Temple

Manikeswari Temple

The main gateway of Manikeswari Temple
Geography
Country  India
State/province Odisha
District Bhawanipatna
Locale Bhawanipatna
Culture
Primary deity Goddess Manikeswari
Important festivals
  • Chhatar Jatra
History and governance
Creator Brajamohan Deo
Temple board 1935
Manikeswari Temple

Manikeshwari Temple is located in Kalahandi district of Odisha. The temple is located to the south of Bhawanipatna. The main deity here is Goddess Manikeshwari. The main devotees are from the fishermen community. During Dussehra festival, animal sacrifice is offered at this temple. A film is also documented showing the ritual of animal sacrifice, before Goddess Manikeshwari. Karlapat, which is famous for its charming wild life, is near the temple.

Chhatar Yatra

Every year chhatar yatra at a particular time is organised and many people who have fulfilled wishes come and sacrifice animals in the name of goddess.

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