Mayakka Temple, Chinchali

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Mayakka Devi Temple
Religion
Affiliation Hinduism
District Belagavi
Location
Location Chinchali, Raybag taluk
State Karnataka
Country India
Website
http://www.chinchalimayakkadevi.com/

Mayakka Temple is a temple of Hindu worshiped goddess Mayakka Devi, who is worshipped by the different names such as Mahakali, Mhakubai, Mayavva etc. [1] The temple is situated in Chinchali village of Raybag taluk in Belagavi district, Karnataka, India. [2]

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History

As per the records of 1881 year, it is said that the goddess Mayakka Devi hail from Maanadesh (Atpadi taluka and nearby from Sangli district of Maharshtra)]]. The legend is that she came here chasing two demons named kila and Kattai and killed them at this place and settled here after that. [1]

Fair

A fair is held yearly at the temple in the month of February and usually runs for a month. It includes chariot pulling, [3] various sports competitions like bull race and several recreational events like circus, popular dramas and music concerts. [2]

Trust

The temple trust was formed in the year 1998. [1]

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