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Top 7 Shakti Peethas in India

India is a spiritual land. We have always placed a lot of faith in our Gods and Goddesses, manifestations of limitless power. Devi or Mother Goddess has always constituted the major part of Devotional Hinduism. There are 51 Shakti Peethas in India devoted to Devi Shakti, considered the power of Lord Shiva, the destroyer of Evil. Devi took birth or was incarnated as Parvati or Sati on the Earth. Devi Sati was the daughter of Prajapati Daksha, and Goddess Parvati was the daughter of the Himalayas. A lot of temples or peethas are constructed in the country and abroad to signify her presence. These are the most revered places in the country, becoming one of India's most visited pilgrimage destinations. These are spiritually energetic and rich places visited by many devotees to seek the blessings of Devi Shakti. Here are some of the most famous Shakti peethas in India.

Top 7 Shakti Peethas in India (2022)

There are 51 seats of power in the list of Shakti Peethas in India. These are some of the most popular spiritual pilgrimage places devoted to Hinduism's chief deity of energy and power

1. Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur

Devotees Worshipping at Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur
Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur

This temple is also referred to as, Matabari, the abode of Mother. The temple is located on the fringes of Udaipur in Tripura. It is approximately 51 km away from Agartala City amidst a peaceful, calm, and serene environment. Constant hymn chanting by the priests and devotees and the melodic sounds of bells creates a divine and spiritual ambiance. Devotees visiting the temple find themselves immersing in these sounds and feeling a connection with the Adi Shakti. It is at this spot that the foot of Devi Sati fell. Here, the Goddess is worshipped as 'Soroshi,' a sixteen-year-old girl. The square-shaped sanctum or garbhgriha of the temple resembles a Bengali hut. 

Pro Tip- When visiting this temple, do not forget to seek the blessings of the deity and ask her for her blessings. It is believed that the Goddess fulfills the wishes of the devotees coming here.

2. Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati

Rush of Devotees Worshipping at Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati
Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati

The Kamakhya Temple is devoted to Devi Kamakhya. The temple is perched atop Nilachal Mountain in Guwahati. It is the seat of Supreme Energy or Maha Shakti. Thousands of devotees visit this temple during the Ambubachi Mela. As per Devi Purana, the female reproductive organ or Mahamudra of Devi fell in a cave. It is worshipped in the temple in the form of a stone. As per Puranas, Devi Kamakhya starts menstruating in mid-June, continuing for three days. During these three days, no homage or prayers are offered to the deity. There are many other temples located in the main temple complex dedicated to different incarnations of Durga and Lord Shiva. 

Pro Tip- When visiting this temple, take a dip in Saubhagya Kunda. It is believed that people taking a dip in the Holy Kund can look forward to a brighter future and get rid of various ailments.

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3. Nalateshwari Temple in Birbhum

Shakti Peethas in India - Nalateshwari Temple in Birbhum
Nalateshwari Temple in Birbhum

It is a beautiful temple located amidst nature's unparalleled beauty. It is a calm and quiet temple town along the banks of River Brahmani. This temple is devoted to the incarnation of Goddess Kali. As per Devi Purans, it is the place where the vocal chord with a part of the trachea had fallen. Situated atop a hillock, the walls of this beautiful temple are covered with impressive terracotta panels. Devotees seek the blessings of Devi and pray to get their wishes fulfilled.

Pro Tip- It is believed that tying a yellow or red thread on the tree's trunk in the temple premises helps fulfill a devotee's wishes.

4. Tarapith Temple in Birbhum

Tarapith Temple in Birbhum
Tarapith Temple in Birbhum

This temple dedicated to Goddess Durga is a mystical shrine located in the Birbhum District, West Bengal. It is one of the ancient temples that celebrate twelve incarnations of Goddess Kali, also referred to as Goddess Tara. As per Devi Puranas, the tara or eyeball of Sati dropped here. This temple is a hub of offerings, and tantric and supernatural activities. The temple also has a crematorium or samsana adjacent to it. There are a lot of myths associated with this temple located in a quaint background. The ardent devotion of the devotees has made this temple one of the must-visit shakti peethas in India. The deity's face is made with silver and has two hands, unlike other forms of Goddess Kali. She wears a garland of a snake on her neck and Lord Shiva sucking her breast as a kid. Daily Puja is performed by a priest who offers the blood of sacrificial goats at the altar of the temple. 

Pro Tip- People firmly believe in the significance and mysticism of this temple. It is said none of the devotees coming here goes back empty-handed.

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5. Vishalakshmi Devi Temple in Varanasi

Vishalakshmi Devi Temple in Varanasi

It is a divine temple built in Varanasi. It is considered as the abode of Vishalakshi that attracts thousands of devotees for a pilgrimage. Close to the banks of the Holy Ganges, the temple is located on a divine land. It is here where the earrings of Devi Sati fell. The Goddess is a manifestation of Shiva and is described as the shakti or energy of Lord Vishwanath. Devotees seek blessings from the Goddess and take a plunge in the Holy waters of River Ganga. It is believed that people who breathe their last in this city get Moksha and find liberation from the cycle of rebirth. Their soul finds salvation.

Pro Tip- It is believed that unmarried girls praying at this temple get a partner they deserve. People get their wishes fulfilled.

6. Kalighat Temple in Kolkata

Kalighat Temple in Kolkata
Kalighat Temple in Kolkata

A truly majestic temple devoted to Goddess Kali, the Kalighat Temple draws many devotees from different parts of the country. It is believed that it is at this place where the toes of Goddess Sati's right foot fell. The temple follows the Siddha tradition that talks about different forms of yoga. The statue of the deity is very impressive and truly distinctive from other temples. Huge eyes, golden hands, and a golden protruding tongue make this statue truly unique. When giving her a holy bath on Snanaytara, the priests keep their eyes covered with a cloth.

Pro Tip- Try to pay a visit to this temple on Tuesday, Saturday, or Ashtami and participate in special prayers.

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7. Mahakali Temple in Ujjain

Mahakali Temple in Ujjain
Mahakali Temple in Ujjain

Maha Kali is the furious avatar or manifestation of Adi Shakti. This temple in Ujjain is located atop a small hillock along the banks of the Kshipra River. Ujjain is considered as the Royal seat of Devi Mahakali and Vikramaditya. It is believed that the upper lip of Goddess Sati fell here. It is one of the major worshipping places for Goddess Kali's devotees, where she is worshiped in her fierce form. 

Pro Tip- Plan to visit this temple on Ashwin Navratri or Chaitra Navratri and worship the Goddess, seeking her blessings for good fortune.

The list of Shakti peethas in India is quite extensive. When planning to visit any of these pilgrimage places, get in touch with Adotrip for the best tour packages. 

Besides these aforementioned Shakti Peethas, there are many more places where Sati’s body parts fell. So here is the complete list of 51 Shakti Peethas along with their location and the nearest airport. Check out!

S.No Temple Location Body Part Nearest Airport
1 Amarnath Shakti Peeth Jammu & Kashmir Throat Jammu
2 Attahasa Shakti Phullara Birbhum District, West Bengal Lower Lip Kolkata
3 Devi Bahula Keturam, West Bengal Left Arm Bardhaman
4 Bakreshwar Shakti Mahishmardini Barkeshwar, West Bengal Glabella Durgapur
5 Bhairav Parvat Shakti Avanti Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh Elbow Indore
6 Bhavanipur Shakti Aparna Sherpur Village, Bangladesh Left Anklet Dhaka
7 Gandaki Chandi Nepal Forehead Kathmandu
8 Janasthan Shakti Bhramari Nashik, Maharashtra Chin Mumbai
9 Shakti Kottari Hinglaj, Pakistan Top of the head Turbat
10 Jayanti Shakti Peeth Jaintia Hills District, Meghalaya Left Thigh Shillong
11 Shakti Yogeshwari Khulna District, Bangladesh Palms & Soles& Dhaka
12 Jwala Shakti Peeth Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Tongue Kangra
13 Shakti Kalika Kalighat, West Bengal Right Toe Kolkata
14 Kalmadhav Shakti Kali Shahdol District, Madhya Pradesh Left Buttock Jabalpur
15 Shakti Kamakhya Guwahati, Assam Genitals Guwahati
16 Shakti Devi Garbha Birbhum District, West Bengal Pelvis Durgapur
17 Shakti Sravani Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu Spine Trivandrum
18 Shakti Chamundeswari& Mysuru Ears Mysuru
19 Shakti Vimla Murshidabad District, West Bengal Crown Kolkata
20 Kumari Shakti Peeth Khanakul, West Bengal Right Shoulder Kolkata
21 Shakti Bhraamari Jalpaiguri, West Bengal Left Leg Bagdogra
22 Shakti Dakshayani Mansarovar, Tibet Right Hand Nagri Gunsa
23 Shakti Gayatri Ajmer, Rajasthan Wrist Jaipur
24 Shakti Uma Mithila, Nepal Left Shoulder Kathmandu
25 Shakti Indrakshi Nallur, Sri Lanka Anklets Jaffna
26 Shakti Mahashira Kathmandu, Nepal Both Knees Kathmandu
27 Shakti Bhawani Chittagong, Bangladesh Right Arm Dhaka
28 Shakti Varahi Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Lower Teeth Varanasi
29 Shakti Chandrabhaga Junagarh, Gujarat Stomach Rajkot
30 Shakti Lalita Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh Finger Allahabad
31 Shakti Savitri Kurukshetra, Haryana Ankle Bone Chandigarh
32 Shakti Shivani Satna District, Madhya Pradesh Right Breast Khajuraho
33 Shakti Nandini Birbhum District, West Bengal Necklace Kolkata
34 Kotilingeshwara Shakti Rakini Andhra Pradesh& Cheeks Madhurapudi
35 Naina Devi Rupnagar, Himachal Pradesh Right Eye Chandigarh
36 Shakti Narmada Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh Right Buttock Jabalpur
37 Shakti Sundari Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh Right Anklet Hyderabad
38 Shakti Maha-Lakshmi Jaunpur Village, Bangladesh Neck Dhaka
39 Shakti Narayani Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu Upper Teeth Trivandrum
40 Shakti Sugandha Barisal, Bangladesh Nose Dhaka
41 Shakti Tripur Sundar Udaipur, Tripura Right Foot Agartala&
42 Shakti Mangal Chandika Burdwan District, West Bengal Right Wrist Kolkata
43 Shakti Vishalakshi Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Earrings Varanasi
44 Shakti Kapalini Medinipur District, West Bengal Left Ankle Kolkata
45 Shakti Ambika Bharatpur District, Rajasthan Left Toes Agra
46 Shakti Uma Mathura, Uttar Pradesh Ringlets of Hair Agra
47 Shakti Tripurmalini Jalandhar, Punjab Left Breast Amritsar
48 Shakti Amba Gabbar Hill, Gujarat One part of Heart Ahmedabad
49 Shakti Jai Durga Deogarh, Jharkhand Second part of Heart Patna
50 Shakti Danteshwari Bastar, Chhattisgarh Tooth Raipur
51 Shakti Vimla Jajpur near& Bhubaneswar, Odisha Navel Bhubaneswar

Frequently Asked Questions About Shakti Peethas In India

Q 1. What is Shakti Peeth?

A 1. Shakti Peeth is the revered shrines of Sati that are scattered all over the country. All these pilgrimage destinations hold immense value in Shaktism as these are believed to be the spots where the body parts of Sati fell when Lord Shiva was carrying her corpse in grief.

Q 2. Is Vaishno Devi a Shakti Peeth?

A 2. Vaisno Devi temple located in Katra is one of the 108 Maha Shakti Peethas. The temple is dedicated to Maa Durga and is among the most popular pilgrimage destinations in India that is visited by a large number of devotees.

Q 3. Is Shakti Peeth Located in China?

A 3. Dakshayani Shakti Peeth falls in the territorial region of China. This significant seat of Maa Sati is where her right hand fell. Also famous as Manasa Shaktipeeth, this ancient temple is located near Mansarovar which lies in Tibet.

Q 4. Which are the Shakti Peeth outside India?

A 4. Yes, there are many Shakti Peeth outside India. According to Srimad Devi Bhagavatam, there are 51 Shakti peethas that is spreading across India and neighboring countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Srilanka, China, and Pakistan.

Q 5. How many Shakti Peethas are there in the world?

A 5. According to various mythological references, the number of Shakti Peethas varies from 18, 51, 68, and 108. All these significant seats of Sati are dotted around India and its neighboring countries.

Q6. How many Shakti Peethas are there in India?

A 6. India has 51 shakti peethas spread across the length and breadth of the country. These peethas have become prominent pilgrimage places, attracting a large number of devotees. 

--- Published By  Arpita Mathur

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