| Brief
of the Diety: |
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The idol is made of Shila or Stone Slab.
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| Religious
sect to which the temple belongs: |
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The
temple belongs to the Shakti cult of Hindus who worship
Durga in her very many forms as goddess of power.
Generation, preservation and destruction.
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| Architecture
of the Temple: |
| Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
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Immaculate workmanship has gone into the construction of
the temple. Elegantly carved pillars, walls, panels show
an exquisite depiction. Floral patterns and life like
impression in the carved work bewitch the beholders.
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| Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
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Extremely beautiful is the whole conception of the
temple. Adherence to the principles of Vastu has made
the temple an ideal work of architecture. The idol of
goddess Durga (Shila Mata) commands great respect of
people. Tourists of all countries come to see the
temples. On Navaratras, special pooja is offered.
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| Material
of Construction: |
Lime
Mortar, Stone and Marble
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| Total
Construction Time: |
It
took ten years to build the temple |
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| Religious
aspects of temple: |
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The
temple has a worldwide renown. Among the temples of
Devi Durga, this temple holds an important place.
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| Unique
features of the temple: |
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The fort and the temple are on a hill covered with
verdurous coverage. It is cozily nestled in the lap of
mother nature. The surrounding hills of Amer reverberate
when special Pooja is offered and drums are beaten. The
visitors and tourist find that moment a most memorable
life time experience.
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| Festivals
& Fairs in Temple (Main Events): |
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In the
bright half of the month of Ashwin and Chaitra, the
first nine days are held sacred for religious Practices
and ritualistic performances. The devotees, specially in
this holy and auspicious period, offer special prayers.
For all the nine day a constant stream of people can be
seen and the sea of humanity assembled here evokes great
and sublime thoughts of veneration of the mother
goddess.
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| Timings: |
| Morning
Time: |
6.00
am to 12.00 pm |
Evening
Time:
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4.00
pm to 8.00 pm |
| Custom
& Traditions of Temple: |
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In
accordance with the tenets and rituals of Shakta cult,
prayers are offered and Pooja performed. Recitation of
Shri Durga Saptashati is also a regular feature. This
treatise from the Markandeya Purana gives an account of
Shri Durga's great exploits, her wars against demons and
her veneration by all gods. The language is sublime and
dignified.
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| Details
of Temple: |
| Sanctrum:(Sanctorum) |
1 |
| Verandah: |
4 |
| Garbh
Grah: |
1
for Poojan |
| Rasoi: |
1 |
| Others: |
1
Store & Hawan Grah |
| Vandana
(If any particular) in text: |
| Hymns
to Shri Durga, aarati song in her praise, recitation of
Kavach, Arjala and Kalika Stotras, reading of Shri Durga
Saptashat etc. |
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Cause
of Establishment: