Mangla Gauri Temple in Gaya is an ancient goddess temple located 100 km south of Patna in Bihar, India. This temple is one of the Shaktipeethas of Goddess Sati and is believed to be the place where the breast of Goddess Sati has fallen. References to the temple can be seen in Agni Purana, Padma Purana, Vayu Purana and several other ancient scriptures and tantric works. Here Goddess Parvati is worshipped as Mangalagauri, the Goddess of benevolence. Goddess Mangla Gauri is worshiped in the form of a breast symbol, a symbol of nourishment.
Constructed on top of the Mangalagauri Hill, the present temple dates back to 15th century. Mangla Gauri Temple faces east and a small mandap stands in front of the shrine. Mangalagauri Temple complex has temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, Maa Kali, Lord Janardhan Swamy and Lord Hanuman. Images of Mahishasura Mardini, Durga and Dakshina Kali can also be found inside the temple complex. The place where Sati Devi’s Sthana (breast) fell can be seen in the backside of temple.
Tourist Attractions
Being situated on a small hillock, Mangla Gauri Temple can be reached after climbing around 200 steps. At the base of the hill there is a small temple of Bhima, one of the 5 Pandava brothers. This place is known as Bhimvedi Gaya as it is believed that Bhima did Shraddha Karma here. The famous Vishnupada Temple located nearby is a prominent pilgrimage center in Gaya, Bihar.
Festivals
Maha Shivaratri and Navaratri are the important festivals celebrated at Mangla Gauri Temple in Gaya.
How to Reach
Gaya Bus Station and Gaya Railway Station is around 4 km from Mangla Gauri Temple.
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