Khallari Mata Mandir Chhattisgarh – Guide
Khallari is a Village in Mahasamund District of Chhattisgarh State. The Jagannath temple is situated here. This monument is protected by the State of Chhattisgarh. Khallari is situated at a distance of about 80 km from the capital Raipur. Here is the Mandir of Mata Khallari Devi. This temple is situated on a mountain in Khallari village.
People have a lot of faith in this place. For the first time in the year 1940, stairs were constructed here. 850 steps have been constructed to reach the Khallari Mata Mandir. After this, construction works continued here from time to time. In the year 1985, for the first time, lighting of Jyoti Kalash started during Navratri.
History of this Temple
It is believed that the Mahabharata period was ruled by the demon Hidimb, who was killed by Bhima. Hindimb’s sister Hindiba got married at this place after being impressed by Bhima’s form and strength. The ancient name of Khallari was Mritkagarh, Khalvatika.
When the Lahari branch of Kalchuri dynasty was established in Raipur, their initial capital was Khallari. In 1409 AD, during the period of Bramhadeva Rai, the capital was shifted from Khallari to Raipur. During the period of Bramhadeva Raya, Devpal Namak Mochi got the Vishnu temple constructed at Khallari in 1415 AD.
Khallari Mata Mandir Timings
Khallari Mata Mandir opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 11:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Aarti: 5:15 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Maa Annapurna Mata Mandir
When you will complete around 800 steps for Mata Darshan. Then you will always see the temple of Maa Annapurna Mata in Bhandara place during Navratri days.
Lion’s Cave
When you wander in the mountains. Then you will see the Lion Cave. It is said that when there was no movement of people here, then the lion used to reside in this mountain.
Shri Ram Smriti Upvan
There is a very beautiful park at the bottom of the hill. Which is called Shri Ram Smriti Upvan. Very few people know this park. Trees and plants related to Ayurveda are planted in this garden.
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How to reach Khallari Mata Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Khallari Mata Mandir is Raipur airport which is at a distance of about 80 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Khallari Mata Mandir is Mahasamund railway station which is at a distance of few kms from this temple. 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 local transport services or taxi from any part of the country.
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