Information of Devi Talab Mandir, Jalandhar, Punjab

Devi Talab Mandir is located on Pathankot Road, in the heart of Jalandhar in the state of Punjab, in North western India. It is just 1 km away from the Jalandhar Railway station. It is a famous Hindu temple. According to the local legends, it is strongly believed to be more than 200 years old. This particular temple is largely dedicated to Goddess Durga. On the other hand, it is one of the 51 Shakthi pithas spread across in India. It is to be highly noted that the religious image of Lord Shiva which is enshrined in this temple is known as Bhisan Bhairav. It is one of the most-sought after and often visited temples in this particular region.

Devi Talab Mandir Religious Significance

The primary deity of Devi Talab Mandir is Goddess Durga. The poojas and rituals are conducted as per the Vedic rules and regulation at this temple. The tank in the temple premises is considered very holy and its water is used for different types of treatment by the adherent devotees. It is a wish fulfilling temple that is marked with thanks giving efforts by the satisfied devotees.

Devi Talab Mandir Mythology & History

According to the puranas, Maa Sati immediately immolated herself after her father named Daksha directly insulted her husband Lord Shiva. This situation and circumstance really enraged Lord Shiva who immediately opened his terrifying third eye plus wholeheartedly danced a fierce tandava just across the earth with the body in his arms of his beloved Sati. Most of the Gods and Goddess were really afraid that the Lord Shiva's anger would directly destroy the universe so they sought the help of Lord Vishnu who immediately dispatched his Sudarshan Chakra which is an all-powerful discus in order to cut Sati's body into different types of small pieces. Each and every spot that actually received a small or tiny portion of Maa Sati's body soon became in the ages that perfectly followed a place of dedicated and committed worship for devotees of the said Goddess. On the other hand, each and every spot is honored as a Shakti Peetha by adherent devotees of the Goddess. These places are also referred as Shaktas. This particular temple is marked as the spot that was actually blessed with Maa Sati Goddess's right breast. So, this temple has the grand distinction of being on the subcontinent one of the 51 prominent Shakti Peethas.

Devi Talab Mandir Architectural Significance

Devi Talab Mandir's architectural style, pattern and structure largely resembling as the Amarnath Cave temple located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Recently, this temple has been perfectly renovated with modern look and basic facilities for the devotees. A good number of changes have been incorporated to the old structure. On the other hand, a new temple has been built within the premises of the temple. A model of Amarnath Yatra was built sometime back in order to give the visitors a feel and experience of this holy and religious yatra. There is an old temple within the temple complex that is dedicated to Goddess Kali. It is also visited by devotees and offer prayer as it is believed to be wish fulfilling.

Festivals at Devi Talab Mandir

Devi Talab Mandir is very famous for the "Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan". It is perfectly organized by the temple's committee in the month of December every year. Therefore, the best period to visit this particular temple is in the month of December, when the visitor or devotee can also be the part and parcel of the grand fair. It is to be remembered that famous classical music exponents who are well-versed in both instrumental and vocal wholeheartedly come together plus perform in this fair with much dedication and commitment. Most of the Hindu major and minor festivals as per the Hindu religious calendar are marked with special poojas and rituals at this temple. Whatever festival is observed here, it is celebrated in a grand way making the festivals celebrated at the temple even more grandeur and fascinating. While here during the month of December, you are surely going to witness the beauty of sangeet sammelan.