Which temple is famous in Jajpur?
The Biraja Temple
The Biraja Temple, or Birija Kshetra (Odia:ବିରଜା ମନ୍ଦିର), is a historic Hindu temple located in Jajpur (about 125 kilometres (78 mi) north of Bhubaneswar), Odisha, India. The present temple was built during the 13th century….
| Biraja Temple | |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Jajpur |
| Location | |
| State | Odisha |
Which God is known as Girija?
Biraja or Girija is the name of Devi Sati, the incarnation of Goddess Durga . According to Hindu mythology and Puran , Sati left her earthly body as her father Daksha Raj insulted her husband Shiva .
Where did Sati’s navel fell?
Utkala Kingdom
The Legend says that Sati’s navel fell in the Utkala Kingdom, also known as “Viraja kshetra”. This is one of the main 18 Shakti Peethams and a must visit place if one has to cover all the Shakti Peetham.
Who is Viraja Devi?
The main idol is Devi Durga who is worshiped by the name Viraja. The idol is having two hands, in one hand she pierces the chest of Mahishasura with a spear and in other hand she pulls the tail of the Mahishasura. The Durga idol is standing on Lion in one leg and other leg is on Mahishasura chest.
Why is Jajpur famous for?
A well-known pilgrimage site, Jajpur is a district of Odisha. This place has a number of archaeological ruins as well as monuments of the olden times, when it was the capital of the Kalinga Kingdom.
What is the famous food of Jajpur district?
Macha Besar is the most popular cuisine of Jajpur district. This lip-smacking dish is made from Rohu fish which is deep-fried and then flipped in mustard gravy.
Why is Jajpur famous?
Is Biraja temple open today?
The temple will reopen adhering to Covid-19 guidelines issued by the State Government. The devotees will be allowed for darshan between 6 AM and 5 PM everyday.