Sri Mangala Gauri Temple Timings - Gaya

 

Sri Mangala Gauri Temple is located in the Gaya district of Bihar State.

This temple is among the 18 Maha Shakti Peeth.

The temple has no Idol of the goddess Sarva Mangala Devi. It is said that the breast of goddess shakti fell here.

The shape that is worshiped is a piece of Rock that resembles a breast signifying nourishment for all Creations that exist in the whole world.

A flame that burns eternally in the temple lights up the formation inside of the temple.

The temple is built on the top of Mangala Gauri hill.

Here year Bima did Sharda Karma hence called bheem Vedi Gaya

There are 2 minor shrines dedicated to mahishasura Mardini, Durga, and Dakshina Kali.

There are temple complexes off Maakali, lord Ganesha Lord Hanuman and Lord Shiva.

Bilva tree is present in the temple one can do pradakshina for it.

This temple was built in the 15th century.

Time to Visit – September to February

Traditional dress is allowed for darshan

Temple Timings

6.00 am to 8.00 pm

How to reach the Temple

5 km from Gaya

Nearby Temples

Gaya, Vishnupad Temple – 2 km

Gaya, Dakshinaarka Sun Temple – 2 km