This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and was built by the Queen Vasata Devi in memory of her Beloved husband King Harsha Gupta. This temple was built in 7th Century i.e 625 – 650 AD. Images of Matsya, Varaha, Narasimha and other incarnations is visible on Temple walls. This temple was discovered by  Lord Cunningham during his visit in the year 1872. This site is under the maintenance of the Archaeological Survey of India. From the inscriptions, it is known that this the first Brick Temple with the stone door frame. Temple is located on the banks of Mahanandi. Sarbhapuriya and Somvanshi Kings of Dakshin Kosala state ruled this region by making Sirpur pr Shreepur as their Capital.

Sirpur Laxman Temple is the group of Temples which under exploration. The Archaeological Survey of India Museum near the temple site houses statues unearthed during the excavation. Statues represent Vaishnava, Shaiva, Buddhist and Jains faiths. This temple was built by Shaivaite King Mahashivagupts in the 7th century, who hosted famous Chinese traveller Hieun Tsang

During Excavations

1. Buddh Viharas – 12
2. Jain Vihara – 1
3. Mahavira
4. Shiva temples – 22
5. Vishnu temples – 5
6.  monolithic statues of Buddha were unearthed and the excavation is in progress.

Timings: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Remains open on all days.

How to reach Sirpur Laxman Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 80 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Raipur which is 79 Km away

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Raipur to Mahasamund.
2. From Mahasamund, bus or Taxi will be available.

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Tourist crowd will be high during Dec and Jan months. This park is inhabited by Tigers, Wild dog, Elephants, Sloth Bears, Jackals, Leopards, Striped Hyaenas, Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Wildboar, Sambar, Gaur, Bison, Nilgai etc.

Commonly seen birds are Parrots, Indian Scops Owl, White-rumped Vultures, Peafowls, Red-wattled Lapwing, Woodpeckers, Kingfisher, Common Greenshank, Racket-tailed Drongos, Crow Pheasant etc. It is estimated that 150 Bird Species are available in this park.

Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary Opening Dates

Safari Details

22 Trained Tourist Guides are available for the Safari.  Safari Advance booking is available for the tourists, which can be arranged by the tour operators.

Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary Opening Timings

Entry fees

Food Arrangements

Canteen is available inside to serve Visitors.

Timings: 6:00 am – 4:00 pm

How to reach Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 85 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Mahasamund which is 60 Km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is not available. Taxi can be hired at Raipur to the Sanctuary.

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This fall is fed by the River Kanger and is located inside Kanger Valley National Park. This fall is 300 ft high and is structured in 10 levels.

It is said that Lord Rama, Sita and Laxman visited this place during their Vanavas. Sita Kund and Rama Kund can be seen here.

Falls remains open on all days. The post-rainy season is good for the visit.

Food Arrangements:

Must Carry food as it is not available inside.

Best Time to visit: Oct – Feb.

Tirathgarh waterfalls are 5 Km from the entrance Gate (Ticket Counter). Tourists flow will be high during Dec and Jan months.

Kumutsar Limestone Caves are 30 Km from this Falls.

How to reach Kanger National Park?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 300 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Raipur which is 298 Km away.
2. Raipur is well connected with Delhi and Nagpur.

By Road

1. The direct bus is not available. Taxi can be hired from Jagdalpur which is 20 Km away.
2. The direct bus / Taxi / Auto is available from Jagdalpur to Naga.

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Banjari Mata Mandir History

As per the local folklore, Harish Joshi an ardent devotee of the Sakthi noticed a rock which resembles Banjari Mata. The priest installed the rock and the locals used to worship the deity regularly. Temple will be thronged with thousands of devotees on Navaratri days (Dussehra). The only face (head portion) which is decorated with Sindhoor is visible outside. Lion statues are visible on either of the deity.

There are sub-temples within the temple complex which is of Lord Vishnu, Lord Siva (Banjareswara Mahadeva), Sri Ram, Ganesh, Hanuman etc. There are two entry paths to reach the temple. Sayana Mantap is located in the Garbha Griha. Holy tree in the temple complex will be tied with coconut and cloth, it is believed that their wish will be granted.

Temples nearby

1. Doodhdari Mutt
2. Sri Rama Panchayatana
3. Hatkeshwar Temple

How to reach Banjari Mata Mandir?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 26 Km from the temple.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Raipur which is 7 km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Raipur bus station to temple.

Temple Images

Reference Link: details

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Chandrahasini temple History

As per the folklore, Lord Siva married Daksha Prajapati’s daughter Sati Devi against his wish. Daksha who came to know about his daughter’s marriage got angered. He plotted a plan to insult Lord Siva by performing Yagna. Daksha invited all Devas excluding His Son-in-law, Lord Siva and His daughter, Sati Devi. Sati who came to know about her father’s Yagna requested her Husband to attend the event. Lord Siva advised Sati not to go for this Yagna as there is no invitation. After repeated request Lord Siva allowed Sati to attend the Yagna. Sati reached her paternal home and thought of advising her father not to go against Lord Siva. Daksha insulted Sati before the guests. Angered Sati immolated herself in the Yoga Agni. Daksha continued the Yagna even after the Sati’s sacrifice. Lord Siva who came to know about Sati’s death raised her and ordered Veerabadhra to kill Daksha. Veerabhadra along with Kala and other Siva Ganas destroyed Yagna place and killed Daksha. Lord Siva on collecting Sati’s corpse performed Pralaya Thandav. Lord Vishnu to stop the Universe destruction, sent his Chakra and made Sati’s Corpse into pieces. The body pieces fell across Indian Subcontinent and became Holy Shakti Peetas. It is believed that Sati’s Limbs had fallen here.

This temple will be thronged with thousands of devotees during Navaratri days ( Dussehra).  Festival will be celebrated in a grand which attracts devotees from Orissa and distant places. Temple is located on the banks of river Mahanandi.

How to reach Chandrahasini temple?

By Air

1. The Nearest Airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport which is at Raipur and is 220 km away

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Raigarh which is 30 km from the temple.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Raigarh to the temple.

Chandrahasini temple Images

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Danteshwari temple History

As per the Legend, Sathi Daughter of Daksha Prajapati married Lord Siva against her father’s wish. Daksha thought to insult his son-in-law in which he decided to perform Yagna. He had invited all Devas excluding Sati and Lord Siva. Sati on knowing this reached paternal home in advising her father. Daksha showed his anger on Sati and insulted before the guests. Disturbed Sati immolated herself in the Yogagni. Lord Siva on knowing this ordered Veerabhadra and Kali to destroy Yagna. Veerabhadra, Kali along with other Siva Ganas destroyed Yagna place and killed Daksha. Lord Siva performed Dance of destruction on collecting Sati’s corpse. In order to rescue the universe, Lord Vishnu sent his Chakra and made Sati’s corpse into pieces. The pieces fell across Indian Subcontinent and these places called as Sakthi Peetas. It is believed that the Tooth of Sati Devi fallen here. Hence the name Danteshwari.

This temple received huge contributions from Naga Kings followed by Chalukyas. The temple was renovated during the reign of Chalukya Kings in 14th Century AD. Chalukyan kings used to donate Village during their visit to the temple. This temple is currently running under Zia family who used to monitor all temple activities and events. Locals used to call this deity by Maiji. This temple is one of the 52 Sakthi Peetas.

Temple will be thronged with thousands of devotees during Navaratri days (Dussehra)

Dress Code: Any decent outfit.

Darshan waiting time: 30 – 45 mins.

How to reach Danteshwari temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Jagdalpur which is 95 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Jagdalpur which is 90 km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Raipur and Jagdalpur stations.

Danteshwari temple Images

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As per the folklore, Around 2,500 years ago King Veersen couple was childless for many years. The couple used to worship Goddess Durga and Lord Siva with devotion. They were blessed with a son who named him as Kamasen. The king built the temple to express his devotion to the Goddess Bamleshwari.

It is said that Goddess Bamleshwari is the Goddess of the King Vikramaditya of Ujjain. A huge war took place between King Vikramaditya and King Kamasen due to love been Kaamkandala and Maadhavnal. King Vikramaditya worshipped the deity and brought Kaamkandala and Maadhavnal live back. He also requested the Goddess Bagulamukhi Devi to self-manifest in this city. The Goddess now called by Bamleshwari Devi.

Temple can be reached by Steps and Ropeway. Temple will be thronged with devotees during Navaratri and Rama Navami days.

Temple is located on a hilltop and 1600 ft above the sea level. It is 1100 steps walk to reach the temple. It is free Darshan for the devotees. Goddess Bamleshwari is one of the forms of Goddess Durga. Akhanda Jyoti Kalashas will be lit during Navaratri days.

Bamleshwari Temple Timings

During Weekdays: 4:00 am – 12:00 pm

During Weekends: 5:00 am – 10:00 pm

Temples nearby

1. Choti Bamleshwari is down the hill and 0.5 km to the main temple.
2. Hawan Kund
3. Lord Siva temple which falls on the way to Badi Bamleshwari Temple
4. Hanuman Temple near Choti Bamleshwari Temple

How to reach Bamleshwari Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 119 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Raipur which is 98 km away. Bilaspur is 200 km away.

By Train

1. The direct bus is available from Raipur and Bilaspur to the temple. Temple is 40 km state capital Rajnandgaon.

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Free Darshan for all the devotees. No prior booking required for Darshan.

Temple remains open till 12:00 am during Navaratri days. On normal days, Darshan takes 30 – 45 mins. During Navaratri, it will be long due to the heavy crowd.

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This temple was built in the 12th century AD. King Kalinga Ratna Dev performed offered the first Pooja and Abhishek for the deities in 1050 AD. Temple architecture replicates Nagara construction style. The two deities inside the temple are Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Saraswati. Temple will be heavily thronged with the devotees during Navaratri days.

During Navaratri days, Jyoti Kalasas will be lit by the temple trustees. This Akhanda Jyoti Kalasas which is in the temple premises called by Akhand Manookaamna Navratra Jyoti Kalasas. It is one of the 52 Sakthi Peetas.

Dress Code: Any decent outfit.

Temple Timings

Temple remains open till 12:00 am during Navaratri days. It is free Darshan for all devotees.

How to reach Mahamaya Mandir Ratanpur?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 130 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Bilaspur which is 25 km away

By Road

1. The direct bus and Taxi service available from Bilaspur to Ratanpur.

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Best Time to Visit: Jul – Oct months every year.

Opening Time: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm

Location: Kanger Valley National Park.

This fall is popular by the name Indian Niagara Falls and is 48 km from Jagdalpur. Water flow will be high during the Rainy season. This waterfalls formed due to the River Indravati which plunges 95 ft (29 mt) down the hillside. Boating is available for the tourists. This perennial waterfall looks like a horseshoe shape. Night lights were installed for the night view.

Nearby Places

How to reach Chitrakoot falls?

1. Tirathgarh falls is 61 km away.
2. Kutumsar Caves is 57 km from this place.

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Raipur which is 278 k away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Jagdalpur which is 38 km away.

By Road.

1. This fall is 48 km from Jagdalpur and is accessible by road only.

Falls Images

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