Why Chintpurni temple is famous?
The temple houses the Chintpurni shakti peeth (Chhinnamastika shakti peeth). The legend behind the Shakti Peetha is part of the Shaktism tradition which tells the story of the self-immolation of the goddess Sati. Vishnu had to cut her body into 51 body parts, which fell on Earth and became sacred sites.
What fell on Chintpurni?
Legend has it that when Lord Vishnu severed Maa Sati’s body in 51 parts to end Lord Shiva’s dance of cosmic destruction, the parts got scattered over different places in India. Considered one of the most important among 51 shaktipeethas, it is believed the head of Goddess Shakti fell at Chintpurni.
Is Chintpurni hilly area?
The surrounding nature is also beautiful, especially during the rainy and winter seasons as the entire area is a hilly region.
How can I reach Chintpurni by train?
The nearest railway stations is Amb Andaura, which is about 20 km from the Chintpurni temple. Other railway station, which is close too, is at Una which is 55km away from Chintpurni. Taxis and buses are available at the station.
Which part of Sati’s body fell in Amarnath to make it Shaktipeeth?
Out of grief and sorrow, Shiva carried Sati’s body, reminiscing about their moments as a couple, and roamed around the universe with it. Vishnu had cut her body into 51 body parts, using his Sudarshana Chakra, which fell on Earth to become sacred sites where all the people can pay homage to the Goddess.
How can I go to Naina Devi from Delhi?
Kathgodam Railway Station is the closest railhead to reach Naina Devi Temple (35 km). Trains from Delhi and other metro cities are easily available to reach the railhead. Tourists can get taxis and buses from the railway station to reach the temple. The temple is located 3 km from Nainital Bus Stand.
What is the significance of Chintpurni Mata?
Chintpurni Mata is also known as Chhinmastika Devi. This temple is considered a Shaktipeeth and a temple where the Goddess has also appeared in another form. This temple and pilgrimage goes back to the most ancient of times. In this temple, Mata Chintpurni is a loving mother who blesses devotees to be free of troubles.
Where is Mata Chintpurni Devi temple located?
The temple dedicated to Mata Chintpurni Devi is located in Chintpurni village, Amb Tehsil of District Una ; Himachal Pradesh. Devotees have been visiting this Shaktipeeth for centuries to pray at the lotus feet of Mata Shri Chhinnamastika Devi They bring with them their worldly concerns and seek blessings from the Devi.
What is the nearest railway station to Mata Chintpurni?
The Nearest Railway Station is Una which 55kms from Mata Chintpurni temple. Bus The Nearest Bust stand is BHARWAIN which is 7 kms from temple. A/c Deluxe buses to New Delhi/Chandigarh to Dhramshala, Baijnath stops at Bharwain, which is about 7 km from the temple.
How to reach Chintpurni temple?
One Temple office of the rank of Tahsildar is handling all the affairs. The nearest Airport to Chintpurni Temple is Gaggal at Kangra near Dharamshala. It is about 70 Kms from Chintpuni. The nearest Railway Station to Chintpurni Temple is Una Himachal at Una town. It is about 55 Kms from Chintpurni.