Dongargarh Mata Mandir, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Dongargarh Mata Mandir – Guide

Dongargarh Mata Mandir is located in the city of Dongargarh. This is a city and a municipality in Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India and the site of the Bambleshwari Temple. The temple of Maa Bamleshwari Devi situated on top of a hill at an altitude of 1600 feet is the main attraction and pilgrimage place of Dongargarh.

Many legends are also associated with this temple, which compels the devotees to come here. About half a kilometer from this temple, another famous temple is situated, which is known as Chhota Bamleshwari.

History of this Temple

The history of Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple is considered very old and unclear but according to the historians associated with the temple, it is believed that Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple was built by King Vikramaditya of Ujjain about 2000 years ago.

2200 years ago, a local king, Raja Virasena was childless and on the suggestion of his royal priests worshiped the deities and within a year, the queen gave birth to a son whom they named Madanasena.

Raja Veersen considered it a blessing of Lord Shiva and Parvati and got a temple constructed here which today we know as Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple.

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Dongargarh Mata Mandir Timings

Dongargarh Mata Mandir opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 9:00 PM in the evening. Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple remains open from morning till evening, you can come to visit here sometime during this time.

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Place to visit near this Temple

Pragya giri

It is a hill range, here, one can appreciate the idol of Lord Gautam Buddha. You have to climb 225 steps which will take you to the mountain.

Jain Temple

Visit the Jain temple situated on the Chandragiri Hills and famous for the ancient idol of Tirthankara Chandraprabhuji. Not only Jain devotees, but people from different religions visit this temple.

Amba Water Park

It is indeed one of the most refreshing places to visit if you want to relax with your loved ones. Spend some quality time while enjoying the thrilling water rides.

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How to reach Dongargarh Mata Mandir

By Air- The nearest airport from Dongargarh Mata Mandir is Raipur airport which is at a distance of 109 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Dongargarh Mata Mandir is dongra railway station. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi from any part of the country.

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