Charchika Temple

Charchika Temple is one of the oldest Shakta places in Odisha. It is situated in Banki town of Cuttack district in Odisha. The presiding deity is an eight-armed goddess Chamunda, who is a manifestation of Maa Devi Durga.. Goddess Chamunda, enshrined in the Shaktipitha at Banki at Mahanadi river bank, is worshipped as per the tantric rites.. Charchika is coming under most popular temples of Odisha, was built in the 19th century. This Odisha temple images mainly includes the remarkable enshrining deity, an eight- armed goddess MaaCharchika of 9th and 10th centuries AD..nnThe Goddess of Charchika is believed to be created by Parashurama. Among the famous temples in India, Charchika Temple houses beautiful and remarkable Jagamohana, PidhaVimana and a wooden Mandaoa known as “Suryavahini Mandapa”., Temples Odisha are always known for their grace and charm. Named in the list of renowned temples in Odisha, this temple consists of a wooden ceiling of the Mandapa of temple carrying episodes from Bhagabata Purana and images of Elephant, Parrot, Peacock, Duck and Floral Motifs, Animal Hunting, Lotus Medallions etc.,nnIf you want to know more about Charchika temple then Toshali Sands in Puri is a perfect destination to collect information. At Toshali you can make your desirable stay like whether you want a lavish stay or an affordable stay everything is possible at Toshali.,nnDon't miss your chance of a stay at this resort, which is well equipped with all modern and high-end facilities by keeping eye on your comfort during your visit in this divine city. The surrounding scenic and serene ambience that not only rejuvenate your mind but also to your body and soul. Temple's proximity shares many other renowned temples of Odisha – like Jagannath Temple and Charchika Temple and it help the devotees to see all their lords at one platform. Apart from these two renowned temples in Odisha, many other significant temples in the nearby areas are lying close to Toshali Sands. These include the Sun Temple of Konark which is one of the most famous temples in India..nnSo never miss your chance to visit Puri and increase your knowledge regarding history and architecture of these renowned temples along with having a wonderful vacation at Toshali Sands...

loved it. awesome temple near gurubani,in ktushnaprasa

Beautiful place and nice Temple near Chilika lake

Very beautiful temple

Really awesome place it's really spiritual place