Bagalamukhi Temple, Bankhandi, HP

Maa Baglamukhi Mandir, Bankhandi
Temple of Mata Baglamukhi in Bankhandi, Kangra
Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
Deity	Bagalamukhi
Festivals	Navratri
Location
Location	Bankhandi
State	Himachal Pradesh
Country	India
Location of the temple Show map of Himachal Pradesh Bagalamukhi Temple, Bankhandi, HP (India) Show map of India
Coordinates	31°58′05″N76°12′25″E / 31.968°N 76.207°E / 31.968; 76.207
Website
maabaglamukhiofficial.org

The Bagalamukhi Temple is a Hindu temple located in Bankhandi, Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Bagalamukhi, one of the ten Tantric Mahavidya goddesses. The goddess, also known as Peetambhara, is associated with the colour yellow. ^[1] She is depicted seated on a golden throne with pillars decorated with jewels and has three eyes, symbolising her ability to grant ultimate knowledge to her devotees.

Religious significance

The temple is especially popular during the Hindu goddess-centric festival of Navaratri. It is one of three historically significant shrines dedicated to Bagalamukhi in India, the others being the Pitambara Peeth in Datia and the Bagalamukhi Temple in Nalkheda. ^[2]

It is believed that worshipping goddess Bagalamukhi at this temple enhances one's power and weakens one's enemies, rendering them powerless. This highlights her role as a divine protector and a formidable force against adversities. ^[3]

Legend

According to Hindu legend, Rama, guided by Hanuman, worshipped goddess Bagalamukhi here to gain victory over the demon king Ravana. ^[4] The goddess granted Rama the divine weapon Brahmastra, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. The temple houses a sacred fire pit (Havan Kund), where Rama is believed to have performed a havan to seek her blessings.

Visits by Notable Devotees

Several notable personalities have visited the temple to seek the blessings of Maa Baglamukhi.

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  Singer Sonu Nigam visiting Maa Baglamukhi Mandir, Bankhandi
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  Singer Mohit Chauhan visiting Maa Baglamukhi Mandir, Bankhandi

Notes

1. Kinsley, David R. (1998). Tantric Visions of the Divine Feminine: The Ten Mahāvidyās. Motilal Banarsidass Publ. p. 193. ISBN   978-81-208-1522-3.
2. Saluja, Kuldeep (13 March 2021). Impact of Vaastu on Nations, Religious & Historical Places. Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd. p. 181. ISBN   978-93-90504-86-2.
3. Bureau, Zee Media. "Bagalamukhi Goddess—The power of wisdom and knowledge".{{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
4. Roy, Kanakanjali. "Bagalamukhi Mandir: Know All About This Powerful Temple In Himachal Pradesh".