The Kunjapuri Temple situated perfectly a top of a conical mountain is a historically acclaimed Hindu sanctuary built in memory of the Goddess Parvati (Also known as Goddess Sita and Goddess Durga). A story that youre bound to hear in detail when you climb up the stairs or even take a guided rollercoaster like tour drive to the temple.
However, a note written about its history was that religious followers in India built the Kunjapuri Shrine after the grueling death of their Goddess Parvati also known as Sita. Sita sacrificed her life after her father King Daksha humiliated her husband and her at a gathering that attracted thousands, after her sudden death, her husband Lord Shiva flew her body over Rishikesh and her body that was destroyed fell into the lands of Rishikish thus creating a temple dedicated to her name.
According to temple goers in the area, the temple a top the hill on a clear day can attract some spectacular views of the ever so beautiful snow ranges of the Himalaya and the Valleys of the Bhagirathi.
On arrival at the temple where the steps lead you to a main entrance, a decorated and freshly arched lion and elephant guard the distinguished house of Sita. The lion and the elephant are known to be loyal servants of the great goddess Sita. The temple has been structured at a near courtyard in the vicinity to signify the body of the fallen goddess.
The temple offers its visitors with detailed information about this ancient temple, statutes, tours, sightseeing opportunities and shops selling offerings for worship and prayer are also available for the ardent traveler.
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