5 Himachal Devi Darshan
5 Devi Darshan from Manali
Duration : 3 Days / 2 Nights
Temples Covered : Naina Devi, Chintapurni Ji, Jwala Ji, Brajeshwari Devi, Bagla Mukhi & Chamunda Devi.
The Goddess Durga represents all that is beautiful, pure and glorious. Her worship leads to abundance, auspiciousness and prosperity. As the Mother, She preserves, nurtures and protects. Her luminosity slays the lower, dark forces, evil and falsehood. As Goddess Durga, She destroyed the asuras Chand and Mund as Chamunda Devi and also slayed the buffalo demon Mahishasur. She represents the power, agency and glory of women to fight against oppression and deliver justice.
Five Devi Darshan from Manali Tour Package is specially designed Himachal Devi Darshan Package for those tourists who wish to visit the 5 Devi Temples of Durga Mata in Himachal from Manali.
The specially designed 5 Devi Darshan Package from Manali covers all important Shaktipeeths & Durga Mata Temples in Himachal such as Naina Devi, Chintapurni, Jwala Ji, Nagarkot Brajeshwari Devi Kangra, Chamunda Devi, Bagla Mukhi & Baijnath Shiva Temple.
The 3 Days - 2 Nights tour itinerary of this 5 Devi Darshan Package from Manali includes hotel accommodation, private cab for transfers. The tour end point is Chandigarh, we have focused on maximizing your time by minimizing your travel, the itinerary is carefully crafted to provide flexibility and smooth transitions between the temples. You can explore the temples at your own pace, immersing yourself in the divine energy. Our knowledgeable driver will guide you to each and every temple so that you can visit every temple with convenience.
Special Arrangement for Quick Darshan at Temples
Day 1
Manali - Baijnath Shiva Temple - ChamundaNight Stay : Chamunda
Our Devi Darshan Taxi Driver/ representative will receive you from your hotel in Manali. After pickup drive for 5 hours to reach Baijnath Shiva Temple. Baijnath Temple is a major shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. In this temple homage is paid to Vaidyanath or Lord of Physicians, which is one of the forms of Lord Shiva. The Shikhara Style temple built in 1204 AD with gardens and pathways has exquisitely crafted floral patterns and images of deities on the wall that adds to the overall beauty of the temple. The temple has 20 feet Mandapa supported by four pillars and two attractive statues of Nandi Bull with a small human figure holding the tail of Nandi. It is believed that the King of demons Ravana sacrificed his head ten times here and since then there are no Dussehra celebrations in the temple. The water at Baijnath Temple is believed to have curative and medicinal properties. Later drive towards Chamunda Devi for about 1 and a half hour.
Chamunda Devi is also referred to as Raktha Kali, Charchika and Chamundeshwari. Chamunda Devi is a terrifying version of Mother Durga or Durga Maa as locals refer her. It is believed that Goddess Durga created another goddess with immense power and strength to destroy the demons, Chanda and Munda. Upon destruction, the goddess was then named Chamunda Devi, or the one who triumphs over evil. On reaching check in to your hotel, freshen up and later visit Chamunda Devi Temple. Night stay at hotel.
Day 2
Nagarkot Brajeshwari Devi (Kangra) - Bagla Mukhi - Jwala Ji
Night Stay : Jwala Ji
After darshans drive for about 1 hour to reach Brajeshwari Devi Kangra located at a distance of about 26 kms from Chamunda. The main deity of this temple is Brajeshwari Devi who is also known as Vajrayogini or Nagarkot Dhaam. She is also the incarnation of Parvati, the Goddess or Aadi Maya on the Earth. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths of Devi Mata Ji. It is said to be built over the ashen and charred breasts of Goddess Sati. The sacred and holy shrine is known for its extreme wealth it has gathered overages.
After darshans we will drive for about 1 hour towards Bagla Mukhi Temple near Bankhandi. The shrine is dedicated to one of the Ten Mahavidyas of the Supreme Goddess as per Shaktism. Devotees visit the temple with hopes of getting their wishes fulfilled, cases won, exams passed or life otherwise to be happy and successful. It is said that anything asked for after performing homagni and yajna at the temple is granted. The name Bagalamukhi comes from two separate Sanskrit words, 'Bagala' meaning 'bride' and 'mukhi' meaning 'face'. In essence, it translates to the deity having captivating and hypnotising powers in her face or herself which fights the evil away. It is said that yellow is the favourite colour of the goddess which is why the Baglamukhi Temple has been painted yellow in colour. All the worshippers of the Goddess wear yellow coloured clothes, and yellow sweets are offered to the deity. Later drive towards Jwala Ji Temple for about 1 hour. Mata Jwala Ji- the presiding deity is present in the form of flames. Due to this fact, the goddess is also referred as the 'Flaming Goddess'. As per the legends Jwala Ji Devi temple is also one of the 51 Shaktipeeths where the mouth or tongue of Devi Sati fell here at the time of self-sacrifice. Ever since, the Goddess occupied the place and she manifested in nine flames that are named as Mahakali, Annapurna, Chandi, Hinglaj, Vindhya Vasini, Mahalakshmi, Saraswati, Ambika and Anji Devi respectively.
Seek the divine blessings from Jwala Mata Ji & spend some time visiting the nearby temples such as Gorakh Dibbi & Garbh Grih. It is said that centuries ago, a shephard saw the flames for the first time and Raja Bhumi Chandra, the ruler of the area had the original temple built. The Mughal Emperor Akbar installed a gold parasol and Maharaja Ranjit Singh had the dome gilded. Across the courtyard is Devi`s bed chamber and above the temple is the shrine of Baba Gorakhnath.
Later check in to your hotel for night stay.
Day 3
Chintapurni - Naina Devi
After check out drive towards Chintapurni Devi Temple. On reaching visit Garbha Griha & have darshan of Mata Ji. Visitors can make VIP Pass at the temple premises for Quick Darshan of Mata Ji. There is a facility for Senior Citizens above 65 Years Age for quick darshans and transportation by electric vehicle.
According to legend the feet of Devi Sati fell at this place and is thus considered one of the most important of the 51 Shakti Peeths. The Goddess is depicted in a pindi (phallic) form at the temple & is also known as Shri Chhinnamastika Devi who takes away all the worries of her devotees. The term 'Chhinnamastika' means 'without the head'. After darshans drive towards Naina Devi Shaktupeeth.
The Temple of Shri Naina Devi Ji is situated on a hilltop at a height of 1219 m above sea level, it was built by Raja Bir Chand in the 8th century. This temple was constructed on a triangular hillock and is considered one of the 51 Shakti Peeths of Sati. The temple can be reached on foot or manual carriages. There is also a ropeway that can be used to reach the hilltop. After crossing the main entrance gate, you will notice a grand Peepal tree on the left side. Just opposite the tree, there are idols of Lord Ganesha and Lord Hanuman. Upon reaching the main temple, you will be greeted by two statues of lions. The inner sanctum of the temple has three idols- Kali Devi on the left, the Eyes of the Shakti in the middle, and Lord Ganesha on the right. The entire stretch leading up to the temple is lined with small shops that sell prasad and souvenirs. The temple attracts thousands of devotees and can be very crowded on auspicious Hindu days. This temple is among the most revered temples in the country. The eyes of Devi Sati fall at this place.
After darshans we will drive again for about 2 Hours to reach Chandigarh. On reaching we will drop you at the airport or railway station.
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