Chattarpur Temple (Delhi)
One of the most famous Hindu temple complexes
which represents a blend of South and North Indian
architectural style
Chattarpur Temple (Delhi) Hindu Temples
The Chattarpur Temple is dedicated
to goddess Durga, while you can also worship Shiva, Vishnu, Lakshmi
or Ganesh in adjoining temples. During Durga Puja days, this place
attracts a large number of devotees, who gather here to offer prayers.
It is believed that tying a thread on a tree located in the temple
premises will get your wishes fulfilled. Round-the-clock discourses
and prayers are held which any devotee can participate.
About Goddess Durga.....
Goddess Durga, also known as Parvati or Lalitha is the wife (consort)
of Lord Shiva and exists in various divine (both friendly and fearful)
forms. Two of her fierce but very powerful forms are Durga (goddess
beyond reach) and Kali (goddess of destruction). Goddess Parvati
is the appearance of Prakriti (Nature) also besides being Shakti
and the mother of the universe. All the organisms have arisen out
of the Nature, hence She is called as Jagadamba.
Architecture: The reflection of the south
Made up of white marble, the temples are a real ecstasy. They spiritually
persuade devotional zeal. There are several lush gardens adding
to the beauty of the complex.
The temple architecture is designed clearly in South Indian style.
This is the style that developed in the Dravida Desam. The Vimana
and the Gopurams are the distinctive characteristics of the Southern
style. The Vimana is a tall pyramidal tower consisting of several
progressively smaller storeys. This stands on a square base.
The Gopuram has two storeys separated by a horizontal moulding.
The Prakara or the outer wall, envelops the main shrine as well
as the other smaller shrines, the tank.The Pallavas, the Cholas,
the Pandyas, the Vijayanagar rulers, the Nayaks all contributed
to the Southern style of temples.
Extended over a wide area in serene ambience, the temple presents
a classic example of modern temple architecture that embodies extensive
use of marbles.
Navratras
The auspicious days of the Hindus, when they offer prayers to Goddess
Durga is the time when most of the pilgrims visit this virtuous
place.
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