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Chaiturgarh Temple in Chhattisgarh: Mystery of the Ancient Fort and Glory of Maa Mahisasur Mardini
- •Located in the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, Chaiturgarh is famously known as the Mini Kashmir of Chhattisgarh.
- •The ancient fort was built by King Prithvideva I and was declared a protected historical heritage site in December 1920.
- •The sanctum sanctorum of the temple features a magnificent twelve-armed idol of Goddess Mahisasur Mardini.
- •The fort's geographical structure includes natural defenses, three main entrance gates, and a secret door.
- •The site also features five ponds on the hill and the Shankar Cave, which adds to its spiritual and historical significance.
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The Chaiturgarh Fort, also known as Lafagarh, is located in Chhattisgarh's Korba district and was built by King Prithvideva I. The Chhattisgarh Department of Culture registered the fort and temple as a protected historical heritage site on December 17, 1920.
The ancient Chaiturgarh Temple houses a twelve-armed idol of Maa Mahisasur Mardini in its sanctum sanctorum, symbolizing power and the victory of good over evil. The fort complex also features three main entrance gates named Menka Dwar, Hunkara Dwar, and Singhdwar, along with five ponds on the upper part of the hill.
The Chaiturgarh hill features flat areas, five ponds—three of which retain water year-round—and natural caves. Located about three kilometers from the temple is the Shankar Cave, while another cave dedicated to Lord Shiva lies 2.5 kilometers away where devotees can reach the deity by walking on their knees for 35 feet.
