Dholkal
Ganesh Temple, Dantewada,
Chattisgarh
Dholkal
Ganesh Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Lord
Ganesha located near Dantewada Town in Dantewada District in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh.
The Temple is situated at a height of 3000 feet from sea level on top of
the hill amidst the lush green forests of Bailadila ranges.
Legends
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History
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The Temple
The
Temple is situated at a height of 3000 feet from sea level on top of the hill amidst
the lush green forests of Bailadila ranges. Ganesha Idol is about 3 feet and
weighs around 100 Kg. It has been carved in the shape of Dholak, a musical
instrument commonly used in classical music. Hence, the hill has been named as dholkal.
The idol depicts Ganesha seated in his typical lalitasana or playful and easygoing posture. The
idol is situated in a hill on top of a boulder, shape of which resembles a dholak
(Indian drum), and hence, the idol became popularly known as Dholkal Ganesh.
Festivals
A
special fair is held at this temple in the month of Magha, between
January-February.
Connectivity
Faraspal
is located at about 14 Kms from Dantewada Railway Station, 21 Kms from Dantewada,
94 Kms from Jagdalpur, 97 Kms from Jagdalpur Airport and 349 Kms from Raipur.
Devotees should reach Farsapal village, base point for the Dholkal Ganesha
trek. It takes 16 hours to finish the trek. It is advised to hire the service
of a local guide for the entire trek to avoid losing your way in the dense
forest. Water Bottles and Foods need to be taken along with you as you will not
find any of these in your trek. This trek route is roughly around 5 Kms one
way. The trek is little difficult but the last 200 meters is really difficult
as it involves climbing steep rocks. Children and old people are not advised to
trek.
Location
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