Chandrika Devi Temple, Lucknow

About Chandrika Devi Temple

Chandrika Devi Temple is located in Kathwara village near Lucknow city. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, Chandrika Devi Temple is said to be over 300 years old. The idol of the presiding deity of the temple is carved out of a rock and comprises three heads. This famous tourist place of Lucknow is filled with huge crowd of devotees throughout the year.

The crowd doubles during Amavasya and Navratri Puja. Here pilgrims can be seen performing various religious rituals like 'Havan' and 'Mundan'.

Interesting facts about Chandrika Devi Temple

1. Chandrika Devi Temple is a place of pilgrimage for all Hindus and is also known as Mahi Sagar Teerth.
2. The temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi, an incarnation of Goddess Durga.
3. The temple has its own natural beauty, as it is surrounded by the Gomti river on three sides. The temple tells the history of the era of Ramayana.
4. Having such religious importance, the temple is visited by a pool of devotees every day; especially during the time of Navratras, which is a prominent Hindu festival.
   

How to reach Chandrika Devi Temple

By Metro:- The nearest metro station to Chandrika Devi Temple is Krishna Nagar Metro Station which is at a distance of 2 km, you can take auto or rickshaw from here.

By Train:- Nearest Railway Station to Chandrika Devi Temple, Manak Nagar Railway Station which is 3 km away and Lucknow Charbagh Railway Station which is 3 km away from here you can take cab or auto.

By Bus:- The nearest bus stand to Chandrika Devi Temple is Alambagh, which is 34 km away. From here you can take any bus and go comfortably.

Nearby famous places

• Hazratganj 2.3 km away
• Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden 2.4 km away
• Aminabad 2 km away
• British Residency 3.4 km away
• Vidhan Sabha Bhawan Council House 1.9 km away
• Bara Imambara 4.4 km away
• Janeshwar Mishra Park 7.2 km away