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State Temple
Saptashrungi Devi Temple, Vani
सप्तश्रृंगी देवी मंदिर, वणी
Location
Nanduri (Vani), Maharashtra
Darshan
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Deity
🪔Goddess Saptashrungi
Entry
Free entry
Saptashrungi is considered one of the 'half' Shakti Peethas in the 'Sade Tin' (three and a half) Shakti Peethas of Maharashtra. 'Saptashrungi' translates to 'Mother of Seven Peaks'. The Goddess is considered the Mahishasuramardini who defeated the demon Mahishasura.
Mythology
According to legend, the Goddess originated from the Kamandalu (water pot) of Lord Brahma to kill the demon Mahishasura. The Goddess took the form of Durga, endowed with the weapons and powers of all the male gods. After a fierce battle, she defeated the demon and came to rest upon this mountain with seven peaks. A mark on the mountain is believed to be where she struck her trishul (trident).