CHAUSATH YOGINI TEMPLE
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JABALPUR
Chausath Yogini Temple is Located between the Bhedaghat and the Dhuandhar Falls and it is in the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh State of India.The temple has a view of the beautiful Narmada river flowing through Bhedaghat.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple has intricately detailed carvings on its walls, giving it an artistic splendor besides a huge religious significance.One of the oldest heritage sites in India.
Chausath Yogini Temple is situated on a hilltop in Jabalpur. Built in the 10th century A.D., the temple is the abode of Goddess Durga along with 64 yoginis or shaktis considered to be the different forms of the Goddess. Though the temple has been partially damaged, it speaks greatly of the ancient dynasties that ruled in Jabalpur.
The complex of the temple consists of 64 shrines in circular motion, one for each yoginis and a main shrine where Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati are seen riding on Nandi, the sacred bull.
The temple was constructed during the reign of Kalchuri Dynasty and was mainly made with local granite. Mughal invaders, later on, destroyed and deformed most of the temple.
The design of the temple has been kept simple but the idols of yoginis are exquisitely carved, each one depicting a unique posture. The environment at the site is very calm and composing with lush greenery around.
Standing at the open-sky courtyard you can witness a panoramic view of the River Narmada and the surrounding landscape. Being the oldest Yogini temple in India, this place is a must visit for all heritage lovers!
Climbing the 100 odd steps to reach the compound is an easy climb and the temple looks beautiful in sunlight. The idols of the Mother Goddess and Lord Shiva seated inside lend a divine aura.
There are 64 sculptures of Yoginis inside the temple which are placed along a semicircular compound wall have been ravaged by time. Walking along the wall, behind the temple, the view of Narmada and the greenery around is soothing and calm.
By Air
The nearest airport to Amarkantak is at Jabalpur, which is 245 km away from City of Amarkantak. Pre-paid taxi services are available from the jabalpur airport to Amarkantak.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Amarkantak is Pendra Road at a distance of 17 km from the heart of the city. Anuppur at distance of 48 km from Amarkantak is also convenient for the tourists. Taxi charges are Rs 300 from Pendra Road and Rs 600 from Anuppur.
By Bus
There are state owned transport buses from Pendra Road, Shahdol and Bilaspur. Amarkantak is connected by buses to Jabalpur (245 km), Rewa (261 km) and Shahdol (67 km).
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