By: Somdatta Saha
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Durga temples in India are more than architecture. They carry centuries of faith, offering both spiritual strength and calm to devotees.
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Here are nine Durga shrines that attract thousands of seekers from across India during Navratri and throughout the year.
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Nestled in Trikuta Mountains, the trek to the shrine is steep. The chants of “Jai Mata Di” echo as devotees make the sacred climb.
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Built by Rani Rashmoni in the 19th century, this riverside shrine on the Hooghly is a landmark of devotion.
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One of the most revered Shakti Peethas, Kamakhya blends faith, ritual and natural beauty. Pilgrims arrive here in thousands year-round.
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At this Kangra Valley shrine, the eternal flame itself is worshipped. It is said to have burned for centuries without fuel.
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Set atop Mysuru's Chamundi Hills, this 1000-year-old shrine is both a spiritual and cultural landmark.
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In Kolkata's heart, Kalighat is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. Its legends and rituals continue to draw devotees year-round.
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Also known as Ambabai Temple in Kolhapur, this Shakti Peetha is famed for its intricate design and powerful Navratri celebrations.
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Famous for its thousands of sacred rats, Karni Mata is a unique shrine blending devotion, tradition and unusual belief.
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Located in Mirzapur, Vindhyavasini is one of the most sacred Shakti Peethas.
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