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मणिबंध शक्ति पीठ
Shakti peetha ranking - 27 th out of the total 51 Shakti Peethas all over India
Temple - Manivedika temple , Gayathri temple
Goddess Sati - In the form of Gayathri
Lord Shiva ( Bhairava ) - In the form of Sarvananda
Temple timings - 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location - Maniband village
Nearest town - Pushkar
District - Ajmer
State - Rajasthan
Ideal time to visit - Early morning or evening
Months to visit - November to March
Months to avoid - Summer
Festivals Celebrated -
Navratri, twice a year
Shivaratri
Diwali
Distance from -
Pushkar - 5 - 6 km
Pushkar railway station - 16 km
Ajmer - 17 km
Jaipur Airport - 157 km
How to reach -
Via Railways from Jaipur to Pushkar Railway Station
Via National Highways on the Jaipur to Jodhpur road
All major cities of Rajasthan have bus services to Pushkar daily.
Via airways from all major cities of the country to Jaipur international airport situated at a distance of 157 km
Each and every Shakti peeth in our country is a very important Hindu pilgrimage centre attracting huge numbers of pilgrims. Accordingly, out of the 51 body pieces of Goddess Sati, her wrists ( Manivedikas ) fell on this place on Earth where the Manivedika temple is constructed. The temple stands on the Gayatri hill and is made of stones. The construction and architecture of the temple is very impressive.The pillars of the temple add to its grandeur.
The ambience is peaceful and divine.
The two idols installed in the temple are Devi Sati and Devi Gayatri. The idol of Lord Shiva is that of Sarvananda, the one who makes everyone happy. There are idols of various other deities like Lord Ganpati, Kaali Maa and numerous others.
This form of Devi Sati / Gayatri is believed to resolve domestic unrest and fulfill the devotees wishes.
| The temple is the ideal place for the chanting of the Gayatri Mantra which is considered to be a Mahamantra providing one with all the benefits of all other mantras combined, such is its power. |
ॐ भूर भुवः सवः
त्त सवितुर वरेनियम
भर्गो देवस्य दीमही
दियो यो नः प्रचोदयात
The recitation by various devotees brings immense peace to the mind and a feeling of divine energy all around. The Devi Murti is well adorned. The prayers and rituals performed during the 9 days of Navratri festivals, twice a year, hold special significance for the devotees. Similarly, the celebration of the Maha Shivaratri festival with offerings of milk, bael ( बेल ) fruit to the Shiv Linga, the chanting of mantras and prayers, the beautiful decorations, the fragrance of the incense sticks, the dhoop, the flowers , bring immense spiritual peace and joy.
After visiting the Devi temple, it is imperative to visit the Bhairav temple situated in the same complex. Otherwise, the darshan is deemed incomplete.
At every Shakti Peeth, a particular Bhairav Dev is associated with the Goddess. This temple has the Sarvanand form of Bhairav Dev.
The nearby city of Pushkar is world renowned for its 7 day long camel festival called the Pushkar Mela and attracts massive crowds to the tune of 1 to 2 lakhs. This festival attracts tourists not only from our country but from all over the world. Due to its popularity, the city of Pushkar is well developed as a tourism centre with all types of accommodations, restaurants, eateries and public transport.
The other nearby attractions are -
Brahmadev Temple, Pushkar
Ranji Temple, Pushkar
Atmeshwar Temple, Pushkar
Rose Garden, Pushkar
Moti Mahal Haveli, Pushkar
Pushkar lake
Accommodation available for the tourists ranges from 5 star to budget hotels, Palaces, Luxury cottages, Luxury tents, Resorts and Spas to Dharamshalas.
There are choices for the tourists of every budget.
Most hotels are within a radius of 1 to 2 km in the city of Pushkar.
The average rate of a mid range hotel is around ₹ 1000 - ₹ 2000 per room per night.
Where to stay ( Recommendation - Not paid or sponsored )
Gulaab Niwas Palace
It is located at a distance of 0.9 km from the Shakti Peeth temple and 10 minutes walking distance from the market and the Pushkar lake.
Located on a sand dune, the beautiful and majestic Gulab Niwas Palace has an amazing architecture. Due to its elevation, it offers an amazing view of the Aravali mountains, the nearby city, temples and the Pushkar Lake.
Amenities provided include
Free Wi - Fi
Free Breakfast 🍽️ 🍜🍔
LED TVs in all rooms
AC in all rooms
Daily housekeeping
Free parking
Ayurvedic massages
In - house Cafe and restaurant
Outdoor pool 🏊
Sun - terraces
Open garden
Private balconies in all rooms
Courteous staff
Well maintained clean rooms
Categories of rooms available
Standard room
Deluxe room
Suite rooms
Average price range per room per night - ₹ 3500 - ₹ 4000
Address -
Gulaab Niwaas Palace
Lake High Bridge
Near Pushkar
Pushkar
Rajasthan - 305022
Landline number - 0145 - 2772357
Mobile number - + 91 - 946 - 296 - 1100
Picture credits -
Gayatri mantra in the form of a Goddess - wikipedia
Temple pictures - tripadvisor.in
Gulaab Niwaas Palace pics - gulaabniwaaspushkar.com
