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Category: Sacred Journeys
Tara Tarini, Bimala, Biraja Shaktipeeths: A blessed journey across Odisha
When the Universal Mother, in her infinite compassion, wants us to reconnect with her energy, we start yearning to visit one of her great temples. All plans fall in place … and finally, when we reach there, the love that we feel in our… Continue Reading “Tara Tarini, Bimala, Biraja Shaktipeeths: A blessed journey across Odisha”
Ateshgah: Baku Fire Temple, along the ancient Silk Route
Ateshgah: Baku Fire Temple, along the ancient Silk Route
Mahishmardini, Kankalitala, Fullara Devi, Nandikeshwari, Nalateshwari: Shaktipeeths in Birbhum, West Bengal
Most people know of Birbhum district in West Bengal due to the presence of Rabindranath Tagore’s Shantiniketan in the area, however, there is much more to “the land of red soil” that people outside Bengal are not commonly aware of. The place takes great… Continue Reading “Mahishmardini, Kankalitala, Fullara Devi, Nandikeshwari, Nalateshwari: Shaktipeeths in Birbhum, West Bengal”
Mangal Chandi, Jogadya, Bahula: West Bengal Shaktipeeths near Burdwan
Less than a 100 kms from Kolkata is the city of Burdwan, which is not only famous for its rich multi-cultural heritage but also the striking Bengali architectural legacy. This quintessential architectural heritage is visible in the temples. One of the sacred landmarks in… Continue Reading “Mangal Chandi, Jogadya, Bahula: West Bengal Shaktipeeths near Burdwan”
Bargabhima, Ratnavali, Shrinkhala Devi, Kalighat: West Bengal Shaktipeeths near Kolkata
Of the 51 Shaktipeeths in India – the maximum number of temples dedicated to Adi Shakti (Mother Goddess) are in the state of West Bengal – from Kalighat temple in the heart of bustling Kolkata city to remote villages and mofussil townships like Kogram… Continue Reading “Bargabhima, Ratnavali, Shrinkhala Devi, Kalighat: West Bengal Shaktipeeths near Kolkata”
Shakti Temple in Uttarkashi: The Trident Of Goddess Durga
Since time immemorial, Uttarkashi in the higher Himalayas, has been known as the home of celestial beings. This is what has drawn sages and spiritual aspirants who have continued to live here in the many Ashrams (spiritual hermitages) down the ages. Located on the… Continue Reading “Shakti Temple in Uttarkashi: The Trident Of Goddess Durga”
Gadkalika & Harsiddhi Mata Shaktipeeths: Reconnecting with the divine mother in Ujjain
Ujjain Shaktipeeths: Reconnecting with the divine mother
5 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra: A pilgrim’s road trip
5 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra: A pilgrim’s road trip
Yogeshwari Devi Shaktipeeth: When the Goddess calls
It was in the evening hours when I set out to visit the Yogeshwari Devi temple in Ambajogai, along with our group of fellow pilgrims. This is a revered Shaktipeeth in Beed district of Maharashtra, where people come from far and near to take… Continue Reading “Yogeshwari Devi Shaktipeeth: When the Goddess calls”
On Ganesha’s Sacred Trail
I came to Mumbai about 20 years ago, and shortly after settling down here, I unexpectedly found a new best friend, Lord Ganesha, who also happens to be the favourite personal God of most people I know. In the last two decades Ganesha has… Continue Reading “On Ganesha’s Sacred Trail”