Chintpurni Temple is a Hindu Temple
dedicated to Goddess Shakthi, located in Chintpurni in Una District
of Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is situated on one of the highest peaks of
the Sola Singhi range of hills. Chintpurni is situated at an elevation of 940
metres. Chintpurni is a major pilgrimage Centre and one of the Shakti
Peethas in India subcontinent. Being one of the 51 Shakti
Peethas of Hindu Mythology, this temple is one of the holiest
sites for devotees of the Shakti sect of Hinduism.
Legends
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History
Pandit Mai Das, a Saraswat
Brahman, is generally believed to have established this shrine of Chintpurni
Devi in Chhaproh Village in ancient times. This place came to be called as Chintpurni
later named after the presiding deity. His descendants still live in Chintpurni
and perform prayers and puja at the Chintpurni temple. These descendants are
the official priests at the Temple.
The Temple
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Pooja Timings
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Poojas
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Summer: April to October
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Winter: November to March
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Snana
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04.00 am
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05.00 am
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Opens for devotees
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04.30 am
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05.30 am
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Closed for Bhog
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12.00 - 12.30 pm
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12.00 - 12.30 pm
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Evening Arati
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08.00 pm
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07.30 pm
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Temple closes
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10.00 pm
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09.30 pm
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Sankranti: Temple opens
at 1.00 am;
Sunday: Temple opens at
3.00 am
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Langar - breakfast
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06.00 - 07.00 am
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07.00 - 0800 am
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Langar - Noon
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12.00 - 2.00 pm
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12.00 - 2.00 pm
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Langar - Evening
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08.30 - 10.30 pm
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07.30 - 09.30 pm
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Festivals
The Navaratri fairs in Shrawan
(July–August), Ashwin (September–October) and Chaitra (March–April) are popular
with devotees. Monthly Sankranti, Sawan Ashtami and New Year are the other
famous festivals celebrated here.
Prayers
It is believed that if one asks
something from the Devi with an honest heart, the wish is granted. Devotees ties
red crimson threads on making a wish and come back and untie when fulfilled.
Contact
Chintpurni Temple,
Chintpurni, Amb Tehsil,
Una District,
Himachal Pradesh – 177 110
Phone: +91 1976 255 818
Fax: +91 1976 255 318
Connectivity
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Location
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