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Chattarpur Mandir

A brilliant depiction of the modern temple architectural style of India, Chattarpur Mandir stands as a prominent attraction in this country of temples. The classy white marble walls give a serene stature to the temple. The surrounding greenery also adds to the charm of the temple. Goddess Durga is primarily worshipped here and the Navarathri Festival is the chief celebration of this temple.

Situated in the capital of India, the Chattarpur Mandir is a fine example which presents Delhi a place that has some spectacular Hindu Temples to it’s credit. 4-km away from Qutb Minar, stands the flamboyant and rich temples of Chattarpur. Made of shining white marble, these temples are very popular with the city’s Hindus and the queues during Durga Puja have to be seen to be believed. The main temple dedicated to goddess Durga is built in South Indian style.

The temple complex is spread over a large area with beautiful lawns and gardens. Though devotees visit these temples throughout the year, the main attraction comes during the Navarathri festival, when devotees come from far and near. During this time, there are special bus services provided to the devotees

Shrines in the complex are built from white marble. Comparatively recent in its construction, it rivals the splendor of the Mughal architecture of the city. Devotees from all over Delhi come to pay their homage to the deities in the temple. The main shrine is dedicated to Goddess Durga and exhibits traits of the temple architecture of South India. Situated in the capital of India, the Chattarpur Mandir is a fine example which presents Delhi a place that has some spectacular Hindu Temples to it’s credit. 4-km away from Qutb Minar, stands the flamboyant and rich temples of Chattarpur. 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 and the tank. The Pallavas, the Cholas, the Pandyas, the Vijayanagar rulers and the Nayaks-all contributed to the southern style of temples. The Chattarpur Temple has been completely carved out of marbles and you will not find any other stone used in the construction.Impressionistic of a modern architecture, the Chattarpur Mandir is build entirely out of marble. It is believed that tying a thread around a tree located inside the temple premises, will grant the desired wishes of the faithful. The temple is very richly crafted and has Naqqashi and Jaali work done all over its facets. Though the principal deity of this temple is goddess Durga, the temple complex has many temples dedicated to other deities like Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesh and Lord Ram.The birth of Katyayani is the sixth form of incarnation of Ma Durga and has an interesting story behind it. At one Ma Durga was born to Sage Katyaya who worshipped her and underwent severe penance to be granted the boon of being her father for sometime. She was then sent to earth by the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh and in this avatar of Katyayani, daughter of Katyaya, that she destroyed the demon Mahishasur. After she killed him her fierce persona got another name of Mahishasurmardini or the one who killed Mahishasur. She is often depicted with flowing hair, fierce expressions and golden complexion in this form, used commonly in Durga Puja.On Durga Puja, one can see never-ending queues of devotees waiting patiently for their turn to ask for the blessings of the Goddess. According to the popular belief, tying a thread on the tree inside the complex of Chattarpur Mandir fulfills one’s wishes. The architecture of the Chattarpur Mandir is typically of the Chola and Chalukya style but without the Gopuram (or the decorated entrance door) but the Vimana or the pyramidical tower is richly adorned with naqqashi and jaali work all over the façade. Some of the sanctums like of Mahishasurmardini are opened only during special days like Purnima (full moon days) and Navratri. During Navratris the crowds throng here with great fervor and the daily footfall reaches up to 10 million and around 2 million are fed free of cost. There is a Satsang hall with a seating capacity of a 1000 people, a museum dedicated to the creator of the temple and lush green lawns.

Special Event or Attraction From the Chattarpur Mandir Delhi:

Prayers and discourses are the regular feature of the temple, which can be attended by anybody. However, the festival of Navratri is celebrated with great enthusiasm and the whole temple is very beautifully decorated and also many hindu festivals are celebrated by the Chattarpur Mandir Delhi

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