Temples in Odisha- Maa Tara Tarini Temple

About Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Tara Tarani Temple is situated on the banks of Rushikulya. This temple is on in Kumari hills. Tara Tarani Temple is near the Berhampur city in Ganjam District of Odisha, India. The temple is small but beautiful and it is situated on the top of a hill, 30 kilometers north of Berhmapur. The height of the hill is approximately 708 feet. And the total area is spread over 180 acres of land. Tara and Tarini are twin Goddesses. The twin Goddesses are worshiped of Adi Shakti as manifestations. It is one of four major ancient Shakti Peethas in India and Tara tarini Hill Shrine is one of the oldest pilgrimage centers of the Mother Goddess.The Tara Tarini temple is considered to be one of the most holy power and Tantra Peethas and one of the major pilgrimage centers of Shakta of Hinduism.

Location information Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

This temple is 19 ° 29’A 84 ° 53’E and all information given below
Address: Temple Road, Near Rushikulya, Ganjam District, Raipur
District: Ganjam district
State – Odisha
Pin Code – 761018

Climate/Weather in Pati Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Summer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 36° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 24° CAverage Precipitation – 40 mmMonsoon – June to OctoberAverage Minimum Temperature – 32° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 25° CAverage Precipitation – 220 mmSummer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 28° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 17° CAverage Precipitation – 23 mm

History of Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

According to the Puranas, the origins of Mata Tara Teerani are directly connected to the Jagan of Dakshina Prajapati in the Satya Yuga and the popular Shakti Peethas of Bimala, Tara-Terini, South Kalika and Kamakshi, originated from the parts of the divine body of Goddess Sati. Holy texts such as Shiv Purana, Kalik Puran, Devi Bhagabat (the contemporary text of Mahabharata written about 6,000 years ago by Sri Vyasa Dev), gives evidence to this fact.

The tradition of worship of Shakti in India can be known in the period of ancient times. Shakti is the Mother of the Universe, which is the greatest power dedicated to the powerful Goddess, representing the creative power, which later appeared in the Puranic History and system literature under the different names of Sati or Goddess (Durga / Parvati) for power or nature. Has gone. Pooja of Shakti, in the form of a pan-Indian phenomenon, already recognizes every kind of Sanskrit influences. There are many important centers of Shakti in India, in which the most important power centers in Orissa and Tara-Tarini at Kumari hills on the bank of River Rushikulya near Purushottampur in Ganjam District is one of the most oldest strengths in Orissa saktipeeth.Before 19th Century BC, Tantrika practices have not shown any historical and other records while entering into Buddhist faith. However, some correct references can be made with available literature available in China, Tibet, Sinhala (Sri Lanka) Nepal and India. Existing historical records do not go beyond the great Buddhist councils to be called after the reign of Kanishka. These great councils discussed the emergence of new unconventional theories, as explained by Maha Sangjaks. The Mahavastu created during this period showed how Maha Sangikas was exposed during the 1st century BC. And well accepted by all the prevailing religious principles, practices and beliefs of Buddhism and Hinduism as well. Thus, in its historical philosophical and social aspects, Buddhism is accepted in its thoughts and consequent practices and Hindu system related to worship of Shakti is included.

Languages in Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

There are 80% people is use Odia language. Oriya is official language and apart from Oriya, a small percentage of Konark speaks Hindi, Urdu, Bengali and Telugu. English is also used tourist purposes.

Interesting things to do Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

To reach the temple recently, Ariel Rope car from Tara Teri Foot hill on top of the hill is providing the thrill of experience and enjoying panoramas of the beauties. And most of the youth has enjoyed the facility to reach the top of the hill. This is the first Orissa’s Rope car made by RoPway Resorts Private. Ltd. Kolkata is with its rope route 4 cabins at its cost and in each cabin, four visitors can transport up to 150 visitors per hour.

Festival:-In Chaitra Parba / Chaitra Mela / Chaitra Yatra, the festivals celebrated in Tara Tarini Hill Shrine are the most important. It is on every Tuesday of the month of Chaitra, millions of devotees come from all corners of the world to see Tara Tarini and after fulfilling their desires, and their Manasika performs. The grand congregations are held on first, second, third, and fourth Tuesdays. On Tuesday, the temple is open from 1:00 am (midnight on Monday) to 11 o’clock (Tuesday) for the viewing of the deity.

Interesting things to visits near Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Tara tarani attracts thousands of gods, picnickers and visitors through the year. Special auspicious dates related to the rituals and names of the twin goddess, that is, on four Tuesday, in the month of Chaitra and in the Hindu calendar all the traditions. Walking 999 steps from the side of the hill, under the shade of greenery plantation, is very much entertaining and enjoyable towards the hill.

How to reach Maa Tara Tarini Temple ?

Nearest Airport:

The nearest airports are Bhubaneswar (174 km) and Vishakhapatnam (240 km) from the shrine.

Nearest Railway Station:

The nearest railway station is Brahmapur railway station, 32 km from the temple.

Taxi services

Taxi services are available from Brahmapur, Bhubaneswar, Puri to Tara Tarini.

bus service

Here regular bus service is available from Brahmapur to the Tara Tarini Junction.

Nearest Visiting places from Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

  • Gopalpur Beach – At a distance of 16 km from Brahmapur, the small beach town of Gopalpur is on the Bay of Bengal. This city is known for best beaches in the state. Like the old days, the lights are still available to guide ships between deep sea with instructions of safety and add to the charm of coconut trees and cassiaryana beaches, which are blue water from sand dunes are different from Seafood and tender coconut water can be enjoyed on the beach. The best time to visit Gopalpur is from September to March.
  • Budhakhol – Om Namo Shiva, Buddhakhole, the heritage of Odisha is located in Baguda block of Ganjam district. It is a symbol of Buddhist culture. This place is full of trees, caves, temples and perennial waterfalls, which is the main attraction for tourists and picnickers.
  • Maa Bhairavi Temple – Maa Bhairavi Temple is located in a remote village ‘Mantridi’ near Barhampur town of Ganjam district. This temple gives homage to goddess Bhairavi. The deity is a leg and four-hand mark, the image of the statue in the early stage was found under the land while it was plowing and it was established in a newly built temple in the year 1937.
  • Aryapalli – One of the best Orissa beaches, Aryapalli is located 6 km and 30 km from Chhatarpur and Berhampur, respectively. The golden sandy beach, the deep blue sea and the humble weather represent the beautiful place of Aryapalli. An important place of tourist interest, the attractive beach attracts many visitors outside the year, which is absolutely fascinated by the enchanting beauty of the place.
  • Kulda Devi – Kulda Devi is famous for the goddess Tiger, which is the God of Praisewala, which is said to be the birth place of the great Oriya poet, Kabi Emperor Upendra Bhanja. It is located in the north-west of the Ganjam district, a ruin fort, in the east, the Mahanadi River and west of the ruined castle flows in a dense forest towards the west.
  • Mahurikalua -The temple is on the hill and there are stairs to climb the hill, then there is a Mughal cave, through which the temple is accessible. It will take about 45 minutes to reach Mahurikalua temple on the hill. The second temple is under the hill which is only on parking space.
    Goddess is well known in the district and many people go there to pray. The hill is full of long trees and is like a forest which is used mostly as a picnic spot. You can find fun and fun inbuilt place with loud music, dance, sports, etc.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Padmavati Petroleum
Address: Near Gandhi School of Engineering, SH 36, Bhabandha, Odisha 761003
Hours: Open today · 5AM–9PM
Phone: 06811 226 538

Nearest Gas station
M/S DAYA FILLING STATION
Address: NH- 5/16, By-Pass, Chatrapur, Odisha 761020
Hours: Open today · Open 24 hours
Phone: 06811 263 031

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Hotel City Palace
Add: Christian Hospital Road | in front of Zennana Hospital,
Brahmapur 760001, India
23.0 km from Taratarini Temple

Hotel Jyoti Residency
Add: Old Bus Stand, Brahmapur 760001, India
22.9 km from Taratarini Temple

Hotel Green Park
Add: Beach Road Gopalpur on sea, Gopalpur On Sea 761002, India
22.1 km from Taratarini Temple

Panthnivas Rambha
Add: Rambha 761028, India
20.5 km from Taratarini Temple

Things to carry for Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

  • Take warm clothes in cold weather.
  • Take Light clothes in summer season.

Tips & Suggestions for Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

Help Line/Phone Number in Maa Tara Tarini Temple :

  • Taratarini Temple
    Contact – 093378 92106
  • Dist. Fire Officer
    Contact – 09437044478
  • Fire Station
    Contact – 101
  • Dist.HQ.Hospital
    Contact – 2623969/2621578/102
  • City Hospital
    Contact – 102,2623969
  • National Highway Ambulance
    Contact – 9437969117
  • Police
    Contact – 100
  • The Hindustan Times (Media)
    Contact – 9861024924