The Manibandh Shaktipeeth is located in the Gayatri hills near Pushkar, 11 km northwest of Ajmer, Rajasthan, and around 5-7 kilometres from the famed Pushkar Bramha temple. It is claimed to be the location where the Goddess’s wrist fell. The site where Goddess Sati’s two manivedikas – wrists – fell is known as Manivedika Temple and the Icon that was afterwards set in the temple is known as Gayatri Devi.

There are two idols here, one of which is Devi Sati and is known as Gayatri. The temple also contains an idol of Lord Shiva known as Sarvananda (the one who makes everyone happy). Saraswati is the meaning of Gayatri. In Hinduism, Saraswati is the goddess of knowledge. This temple is regarded as the best location for Gayatri Mantra Sadhana.

Story Behind Manibandh Shaktipeeth

The goddess of Dakshayani, Sati, Parvati, or Durga—Hinduism’s most important woman and most powerful deity—is called Shakti. Durga Devi, Mahakali, and Gowri are the three main manifestations of Shakti, the power goddess. She is Adi Shakti’s avatar.

Sati was the Prajapati Daksha’s daughter, and she married Lord Shiva despite Her father’s wishes. Prajapati Daksha once put together a massive yagya, but he didn’t call his daughter and son-in-law. Sati was very saddened by Her father’s actions. When she got there, her father ignored the Sati and insulted her. She could not bear the insult of his husband (Lord Shiva) and she jumped into the fire of Yagya and committed suicide. She passed away, but her body didn’t burn.

Lord Shiva had taken His Virabhadra Rupa out of rage. Daksha’s head was cut off by him, but in the end, He forgave him by bringing him back to life. Lord Shiva, devastated, had taken Sati’s body and wandered the universe. Finally, Lord Vishnu used His Chakra to break Sati’s body into pieces. Each body part transformed into Shakti Pitha. The temple had emerged where the body part had fallen to the ground. In order to safeguard the Shakti Pitha, Lord Shiva created 51 Bhairava for each one.

It is believed that the wrist or two bracelets of Mother Sati fell at this place. The temple is believed to be religious for the Meditation (Sadhna) of the Gayatri Mantra. Devotees visit the temple in big respect to worship Goddess Gayatri. Annakoot is arranged approximately once a year on the structure day of the temple.

History of Manibandh Shaktipeeth

According to legends, Manibandh Shaktipeeth is believed to be religious for the Meditation (Sadhna) of the Gayatri Mantra. Devotees visit the temple in big respect to worship Goddess Gayatri. Annakoot is arranged approximately once a year on the structure day of the temple.

The architecture of Manibandh Shaktipeeth

Manibandh Shaktipeeth is located in Pushkar, Rajasthan, in the Gayatri hills, around 11 kilometres northwest of Ajmer. The temple is built on a hill and is composed of stones with etched figurines of numerous deities. Furthermore, the temple’s impressive artwork and architecture depict the majesty of ancient India, and the pillars demonstrate the grandeur of this magnificent sanctuary.

Facts about Manibandh Shaktipeeth

• Among the 51 Shakti Peethas, temples dedicated to Mother Goddess Shakti are located at Pushkar in Rajasthan.
• Manibandh Shaktipeeth is constructed on a hill and made of stones on which various idols of gods and Goddess are engraved
• Meaning of Gayatri is Saraswati. Saraswati is the goddess of Knowledge in Hindu culture.
• Manibandh Shaktipeeth is believed to be religious for the Meditation (Sadhna) of the Gayatri Mantra.
• The major festivals and the world-famous Pushkar Fair are also celebrated with huge pomp
• Gayatri Jayanti is another festival which is observed with great devotion and splendour.

Festivals In Manibandh Shaktipeeth

• Durga Puja. (Winter) – Devotees celebrate Navaratri at this temple in the month of Ashwin (Sep-Oct).
• Navaratri. (Summer) – They celebrate other Navaratri in the fortnight of the Chaitra (March-April). Every nine days they worship Navadurga (nine Durgas).
• Mahashivratri– A grand fair is organized at the temple during the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
• Pushkar Mela is well known around the world as India’s biggest camel, horse and cattle fairs. It is celebrated with large grandeur and attracts travellers worldwide.

How To reach Manibandh Shaktipeeth

Manibandh Shaktipeeth is located in a calm and beautiful environment near the Gayatri hills in Pushkar, about 11 km northwest of Ajmer, Rajasthan.

By Air: Jaipur International Airport is the nearest airport, which is widely connected to the other major cities of India.

By Railway: There is no direct connectivity via Railways to Pushkar, but one can reach the railway station in Ajmer and take a bus or taxi to Pushkar.

By Road: The state is well-connected to the rest of the country by road. The temple can easily be reached by bus or cab.

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