Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada – Guide
Danteshwari Mandir is located near the confluence of the Dankini and Shankhini rivers in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh. The idol of Mata located in the temple is made of black granite stone with hexagon. The idol of Danteshwari Mata has 6 arms, out of which the right hand holds conch shell, sword and trishul respectively and the left hand holds bell, padma and rakshasa respectively. There is a silver umbrella over the idol, the clothes are decorated with ornaments.
History of this Temple
King Annam Dev of Warangal state got the Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada built in the 4th century. This temple is considered to be the 52nd Shakti Peeth. After the construction of this temple, many kings got the temple renovated. First of all, the kings of Arjun clan of Warangal got it done, then in the year 1932-33, Maharani Prafulla Kumari Devi got it renovated. There are many legends related to this temple which are mentioned below.
When Annamdev came here from Warangal, he was blessed by Danteshwari Mata that his kingdom would expand as far as Annamdev and goddesses behind him, as far as Annamdev walked, but there was a condition that he could not look back if Looking back, the goddess has to be installed there.
Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada Timings
Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada opening time is from 5 am to 7 pm. But timings may vary on special days and festivals. The temple aarti time is 5.30 am and evening aarti is 6.30 pm. Danteshwari darshan timings are from 5.30 am to 6.45 pm.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM and 06:30 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Dholkal Ganesh
Dholkal Ganesh The way to the summit is full of beautiful views. There is an idol of Ganesha at a height of 3000 ft amidst the lush green forests of the Bailadila range.
Barsoor
The grand architecture of the temples tells the glorious history of Barsur. Barsoor has a great historical significance. Twin Ganesha idol, Mama Bhanja Temple, Chandraditya Temple and Battisha Temple are some of them. Known as the “City of Temples and Lakes”.
Shatdhara Falls
The Indravati river splits into seven sub-streams and flows through rocky terrain to form the Saharadhara Falls. At a distance of six kilometers from Barsoor there is a bridge which connects Abujhmar to Barsoor.
Samlur Shiva Temple
There is an ancient Shiva temple here and is regularly worshiped by the devotees. Samlur is situated about 9 kms from the district headquarter Dantewada.
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How to reach Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada
By Air- The nearest airport from Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada is swami vivekananda airport, Raipur. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Danteshwari Mandir Dantewada is vishakhapatnam 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 your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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