9 Shakti Temples To Visit During Navaratri In India

Vaishno Devi, Jammu and KashmirNestled in the Trikuta Hills, Vaishno Devi is one of India’s most visited Shakti shrines. Pilgrims undertake a 13-kilometre trek to the sacred cave housing Maa Vaishnavi.Kamakhya Temple, AssamSituated on Nilachal Hill in Guwahati, Kamakhya Temple is dedicated to the goddess of fertility. It is a major Shakti Peetha and a centre of Tantric worship.Dakshineswar Kali Temple, West BengalBuilt in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, Dakshineswar is devoted to Goddess Kali. Its striking riverside architecture and spiritual atmosphere make it one of Kolkata’s significant religious landmarks.Chamundeshwari Temple, KarnatakaOverlooking Mysuru from Chamundi Hill, this temple venerates Chamundeshwari, an incarnation of Durga. Navaratri celebrations here are especially grand, coinciding with Mysuru Dasara festivities, attracting thousands of devotees.Mansa Devi Temple, UttarakhandLocated atop Bilwa Parvat in Haridwar, Mansa Devi Temple is accessible by ropeway. The goddess fulfils devotees’ wishes, symbolising power and prosperity during the auspicious Navaratri season.Kashi Vishalakshi Temple, VaranasiCounted among the 51 Shakti Peethas, this temple in Varanasi honours Goddess Vishalakshi. Situated near the famous Kashi Vishwanath, it draws pilgrims for spiritual strength and blessings.Kalighat Kali Temple, KolkataOne of the holiest Shakti Peethas, Kalighat is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Its bustling lanes, vibrant rituals, and deep spiritual aura define Kolkata’s devotion during Navaratri.Ambaji Temple, GujaratSituated near the Arasur Hills, Ambaji Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. The temple houses no idol, only a revered Yantra, worshipped as Goddess Amba.Jwala Devi Temple, Himachal PradeshLocated in Kangra district, Jwala Devi Temple is famed for its eternal flame that burns naturally. It is among the most significant Shakti Peethas in northern India.The 10 Best Places To Visit In Sawan 2025: Sacred Shiva Temples Across IndiaRead More