Mahamaya Devi Temple Ratanpur - Hindu temple in Ratanpur - Bilaspur, India

One of the most auspicious and religious place in Chhattisgarh State. Its place of Hindu worship and have religious importance. Its siddhapeetha and it is believed that all reasonable desire and wishes gets fulfilled here.

*Shri mahamaya Devi Temple* Situated at 25 km away from the city of Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) on the Bilaspur-Ambikapur state highway, the Mandir and the relics of scores of ancilliary temples, domes, palaces and forts - now rundown by the time and natural forces - seem to tell a story. Once the capital of the Kalchuri kings, Ratanpur - then, Ratnapur - has almost a millenium of history. Built on the Nagar school of architecture, the temple is surrounded by a 18 inch thick boundary wall. Supported by sixteen stone columns, the temple is believed to be built around 12th century AD. Many of the statues and motifs used in the temple have been taken from rundown or broken temples of earlier centuries, some of them were Jain temples. The main campus of temple has the smaller statues of Mahakali, Bhadrakali, Surya Dev, Lord Vishnu, Lord Hanuman, Bhairav and Lord Shiva. It is believed that the first puja and abhihek of Devi was performed at this place by Kalinga king Ratna Dev in 1050 AD, when he shifted his capital from tuman to Ratnapur. Because of its strategic geographical status, King Ratna Dev and his heirs made Ratnapur their capital and built up palaces, fort and temples, the remnants of which can be seen still today. Dual statue of Maa Mahamaya Inside the main temple campus, facing the famous Kanthi Dewal temple and the Temple main pond is the splendid dual statues of Mahamaya: the front one is called the Mahishasur Mardini and the hind statue is believed to be that of Goddess Saraswati. However, by a casual viewer the rear statue can often be overlooked. In the Navratras, devotees come from all corners of the country and the world to get a glimpse of the celebrated Devi and pay their rituals. Surrounding the main temple are many big halls where Jyoti Kalashas are lit by the Trust on behalf of the devotees. The Kalashas are kept "alive" for the whole nine days of Navratras. This is why they are also called Akhand Manookaamna Navratra Jyoti Kalashas. It is believed that Devi fulfills all your wishes if you follow proper fasting, puja and archana of Devi and also contribute to the Akhand Jyoti Kalashas.

One of the three main temples of Chhattisgarh. Situated in the hills of Ratanpur this place is very divine.

I consider myself fortunate to have visited Mata's Mandir. The pure and enchanting atmosphere filled with "Jai Mata Di" resonated all around, creating a sense of deep spirituality. This sacred site is renowned as one of the 51 Shaktipeeths, and its divinity is unmatchable, exuding a multitude of positive energies. My life took a turning point after visiting and I am truly thankful for that. Jai Mata Di

wonderful amman temple for worship.. with beautiful surrounding. great arrangement for food, purchasing, parking, utilities.

1. The famous Ratnapura the city of Purandara, inaccessible for gods and men. There resides Vahrendra himself, a unique king in respect of protection of the earth. At the same place there are a thousand horses together with sixty elephants, more lustrous than fire and destructive of foes In battle. 2. There is named Govind, the Mayor of Ratnapur and the servant of the king Vahara in all affairs. 3. Govinda is well known as a kind, who protects all creatures, wh bears the burden of the kingdom of his lord, has power to do or to desist from doing.

Mahamaya Devi temple is well renowned as one of the Shaktipeethas of goddess Durga. It's situated at Ratanpur of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh state of india. The distance from the City of Bilaspur to this temple is around 25 km . It attracts large number of devotees every day. In both Navratri days, the crowd crosses records. The temple is now under govt administration. Though the temple is small, it has great importance. Local people say that a visit to Bilaspur is useless without visiting this temple. Parking is available, some ordinary shops are also available. A pond with blossoming lotus looks magnificent.

The ancient place of Goddess Mahamaya Maa.. So divine feeling