Mungeli Maa Mahamaya Temple

Mungeli Maa Mahamaya Temple aka Maa Mahamaya Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Bilaspur. This Hindu temple is one of the 52 Shakti Peethas in India and enshrines the combined form of Goddesses Lakshmi and Saraswati. The combined powers of Goddess Lakshmi and Saraswati gave birth to Goddess Mahamaya.

Why Is It Famous?
Maa Mahamaya Temple is a well-known temple in Bilaspur because of its ancient Hindu Nagara architecture. It was constructed between 12th-13th centuries by King Ratandeva of Kalachuri dynasty. The entire structure is magnificent and catches the sight immediately. Inside the sanctum, the idol of the goddess is placed and is worshiped by the devotees on a huge scale.

The shrines of Lord Hanuman and Lord Shiva are present inside the temple premises.

Best Time To Visit:-
Maa Mahamaya Temple never fails to attract the tourists and devotees. Visitors visit this temple on a daily basis and seek the blessings of Goddess Mahamaya. The best time to mark the presence at this temple is during Navaratri. It is a prominent festival that is celebrated here with a great zest. Many devotees gather here for the celebrations.

Watch Out!
Maa Mahamaya Temple is a Shakti Peetha and according to the Puranas, every Shakti Peetha is guarded by a Bhairava. The guardian of Maa Mahamaya Temple is Kaal Bhairava and his temple is situated a few km from the temple of the goddess. A pilgrimage made to this temple remains incomplete without visiting the temple of Kaal Bhairava.

Reaching There:-
Bilaspur is well-connected to Chhattisgarh via roadways, railways, and airways. People can hire the service of the state-run buses and express trains to reach Bilaspur. Flights are also an option for reaching Bilaspur quickly.

Nearest Railway Station:- Bilaspur Junction
Nearest Airport:- Bilaspur Airport