Mahoba is one of the major districts of Uttar Pradesh. This district is situated on the border of UP and MP. Historically, this district has many ancient heritage sites near it. Like Jhansi Fort, Chhatarpur, Khajuraho and Orchha. The distance from Lucknow to Mahoba is 250 kms and from Kanpur it is 150 kms. This district of Bundelkhand is also known for Alha and Udal. Both were brave warriors. Mahoba is also worth visiting. Tourist places of Madhya Pradesh can also be visited from here. In today’s story, we are going to tell you about the special tourist place of Mahoba where you will have a different experience.
Badi Chandrika Devi Temple
Chandrika Devi Temple of Mahoba is a religious place. This temple is dedicated to Mata Chandi. Nine idols of goddesses can be seen here. Along with Lord Shiva, the idol of Panchmukhi Hanuman is also installed in this temple. Devotees from far and wide come here during Navratri to visit the mother. A fair is also held here. It is believed that this temple is about thousand years old.
Shiv Tandav Temple
One of the famous religious places of Mahoba is Shiv Tandav religious place. This temple is situated near the collectorate office of the city. This temple is made of Gorakh mountain. In the sanctum sanctorum of this temple, a statue made of black granite stones is installed in the posture of Lord Shiva. There is a crowd of devotees here in the months of Shivratri and Sawan.
Kulpahar Fort
Kulpahar Fort is also known as Senapati Mahal. This fort is located in Kulpahar tehsil of the district. Although this fort has taken the form of ruins. But even now a stepwell can be seen in it. The remains of the township established by King Chhatrasal are also found here.
Jain Tirthankar Mahoba
Just behind Maa Badi Chandrika Devi Temple in Mahoba’s Kandraon, there is a place named Jain Tirthakar. It is believed that Jain priests did penance here. Here the images of 24 Jain Tirthankaras have been engraved on the rocks. However, now this place has become a victim of neglect.
Rahila Sun Temple
The Sun Temple at Mahoba is special. It is believed that this temple is older than the Sun Temple of Konark. This Sun Temple was built by King Rahul Dev Burman in the 850th century. Granite stones have been used in the construction of the temple. There is also a Surya Kund near this temple where tourists also take bath. If you are also planning to visit Mahoba, then you will like this place very much.