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State Temple
Chandi Devi Temple
चंडी देवी मंदिर
Location
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Darshan
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Deity
🪔Goddess Chandi Devi
Entry
Free entry
Chandi Devi is a highly revered Siddh Peetha, situated opposite Mansa Devi across the Ganges. It is believed to be a place where wishes are fulfilled. The main idol of Chandi Devi is said to have been installed in the 8th century by Adi Shankaracharya.
Mythology
According to the Devi Mahatmya, the demon kings Shumbha and Nishumbha captured the kingdom of heaven-god Indra. The Goddess emanated from Parvati's cells (as Chandika) to kill the demons. After slaying them, she rested for a short while on Neel Parvat, where the temple now stands.