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Experience the sacred aura of Goddess Mansa Devi
Dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi, Mansa Devi Temple is situated in the holy city of Haridwar. The Mansa Devi Temple is also called Bilwa Tirth and is one of the five pilgrimages in Haridwar. It is well known to offer panoramic and scenic views of the whole Haridwar city. Goddess Mansa is a form of Shakti. This ancient temple is known to attract pilgrims and visitors alike from around the country due to its great significance. People worship Goddess Mansa Devi whole-heartedly as she is known to fulfil the wishes of her sincere devotees. Once you reach the temple located amidst the beautiful hills and forests, you can experience the holy aura present there yourself.
Mansa Devi is thought to have occurred from Lord Shiva’s mind. Moreover, she is thought to be Lord Shiva’s daughter in his human persona. Mansa means wishes and hence the Goddess Mansa Devi is the Goddess who fulfills all her devotee’s wishes. The legend states that Mansa, who was once a common girl and unaware of her reality, decide to meet God Shiva to ask him about the reality. So, she went for Sadhana for many years and as a result, got lucky to meet Shiva. On knowing the truth, she became the Goddess of welfare by attaining some powers. Since then, she is worshipped as Goddess Mansa Devi.
Mansa Devi Temple is a must-visit temple for those pilgrims going for a Haridwar trip. Devotees who pray to her sincerely are believed to get their wishes fulfilled. Devotees need to ties a thread on the branch of a tress situated in the temple complex. Once their wishes get fulfilled, they can come again to this shrine and untie the thread. The temple also offers scenic views of the plain of Haridwar and River Ganges. To reach this temple, you can either ride on a rope-way service or trek the way up to this sacred shrine. The ropeways to the temple add to the splendor of this temple. Plan a trip to Mansa Devi and enjoy the breath-taking views that the ropeway ride offers.