Bajreshwari (Kangra)
श्री बज्रेश्वरी देवी मंदिर, काँगड़ा
“Sati's left breast fell here, at Nagarkot in Kangra.”
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Introduction
he Vajreshwari Devi Temple, also known as Brajeshwari Devi Temple, Bajreshwari Mata Temple, or Kangra Devi Temple, is a prominent Hindu temple in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga in her fierce form as Vajreshwari, the goddess of the thunderbolt. The temple is one of the 51 sacred Shakti Peethas, where it is believed that the left breast of Sati fell to earth.
The temple complex has several smaller temples dedicated to other Hindu deities. There is also a temple of Bhairava here. The temple is particularly famous for its Navratri festival, which is celebrated twice a year. Himachal Pradesh has 5 Shakti Pithas - Chintpurni, Jwalamukhi Temple, Brajeshwari Devi Temple, Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir and Naina Devi Temple.
History
The temple has been a major pilgrimage site since ancient times. Its inclusion among the Shakti Peethas contributed to its religious prominence. It is believed that the original temple was built by the Pandavas during their exile, although the current structure was rebuilt after destruction by the 1905 Kangra earthquake. The original temple is said to have been built by the Pandavas at the time of Mahabharatha. Legend says that one day Pandavas saw Goddess Durga in their dream in which she told them that she is situated in the Nagarkot village and if they want themselves to be secure they should make a temple for her in that area otherwise they will be destroyed. That same night they made a magnificent temple for the goddess in the Nagarkot village. In 1905 the temple was destroyed by a powerful earthquake and was subsequently rebuilt by the government.
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