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Maa Tara Tarini Temple
Purushottampur, Odisha • East India
Shakti: Tara and Tarini • Bhairava: Not separately named in this temple tradition
Sacred character: The twin goddesses Tara and Tarini on Kumari Hill above the Rushikulya landscape
Maa Tara Tarini Temple rises above Purushottampur in Ganjam district. The hill shrine centres on the twin goddesses Tara and Tarini and brings together Shakta, regional and long-standing Tantric traditions.
Temple customs, access and ritual schedules can change. Check the linked authority before travelling and follow on-site directions.
Today’s Key Info
Crowd Expectation
Allow flexible queue time
Weekends and major observances often bring heavier footfall.
Arrival Guidance
Come early when possible
Early arrival leaves more time for security, queues and the final approach.
Visitor guidanceDarshan and Services
Use authorised channels
Check worship, donation, prasad and access arrangements directly.
Visitor information: Odisha Tourism • Updated: 28 September 2026
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Latitude19.4897
Longitude84.8998
AddressMaa Tara Tarini Temple, Purushottampur, Ganjam, Odisha, India
Presiding formTara and Tarini, the twin goddesses of Kumari Hill
Elevation216 m (709 ft)
Time zoneAsia/Kolkata
City / localityPurushottampur
DistrictGanjam
State / provinceOdisha
CountryIndia
RailBrahmapur railway station is the practical railhead for onward road travel to Purushottampur and the hill.
AirBiju Patnaik International Airport at Bhubaneswar is the major air gateway; Brahmapur is the nearer regional city.
RoadRoad transport reaches the hill approach from Purushottampur and Brahmapur; allow time for the final ascent and current access arrangements.
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Tara Tarini Shakti PeethThe Peeth name honoured at this destination.
Tara and TariniThe Goddess form worshipped here.
BreastsThe sacred association remembered in tradition.
PurushottampurOdisha, India.
Mandir Overview
An introduction to Maa Tara Tarini Temple and its pilgrimage setting.
Maa Tara Tarini Temple rises above Purushottampur in Ganjam district. The hill shrine centres on the twin goddesses Tara and Tarini and brings together Shakta, regional and long-standing Tantric traditions.
Maa Tara Tarini Temple in Purushottampur is the physical shrine for the Tara Tarini Shakti Peeth tradition.
Shakti Peeth Identity
The temple, Goddess, Bhairava and sacred association remembered at this pilgrimage destination.
Maa Tara Tarini Temple
The principal pilgrimage destination described on this page.
Tara and Tarini
The presiding Goddess form worshipped at this shrine.
Not separately named in this temple tradition
A distinct Bhairava name is not consistently given for this shrine.
Breasts
Temple tradition connects this Peeth with this part of Sati.
Tara Tarini Shakti Peeth
A revered Shakti Peeth associated with Purushottampur.
Regional Shakti Peeth tradition
The sacred identity is preserved through regional worship and pilgrimage.
Mythology and Sacred Tradition
The attributed sacred account associated with this Peeth.
According to the Shakti Peeth tradition associated with this shrine, Sati's breasts are remembered here, giving the site the devotional name Stana Peetha. Odisha Tourism presents Tara Tarini as one of Odisha's principal Adi Shakti Peethas.
This devotional association is presented as temple tradition and is not described as an archaeological finding.
Historical Importance
Sacred memory, the development of the shrine and its continuing place in worship.
Temple Tradition
According to the Shakti Peeth tradition associated with this shrine, Sati's breasts are remembered here, giving the site the devotional name Stana Peetha. Odisha Tourism presents Tara Tarini as one of Odisha's principal Adi Shakti Peethas.
The Shrine through Time
The shrine's sacred history is carried through regional memory rather than a single securely dated foundation. Traditions connect the hill with Shakta worship, Mahayana and Tantric currents, and a devotee named Basu Praharaj.
Continuing Worship
Maa Tara Tarini Temple in Purushottampur is the physical shrine for the Tara Tarini Shakti Peeth tradition.
Temple Complex and Sacred Setting
Architecture, the principal shrine and the landscape experienced by pilgrims.
Architecture and Design
The principal shrine occupies the crest of Kumari Hill. The twin sacred forms, the hilltop forecourt and the long stepped ascent define the visit, while road access provides another approach.
Maa Tara Tarini Temple
The main darshan destination within the wider sacred precinct.
Purushottampur, Odisha
The twin goddesses Tara and Tarini on Kumari Hill above the Rushikulya landscape.
Spiritual Importance
The Goddess, Peeth tradition and devotional meaning of the pilgrimage.
Tara and Tarini
Devotees approach the shrine for darshan, prayer and the grace of the Goddess.
Breasts
According to the Shakti Peeth tradition associated with this shrine, Sati's breasts are remembered here, giving the site the devotional name Stana Peetha. Odisha Tourism presents Tara Tarini as one of Odisha's principal Adi Shakti Peethas.
The twin goddesses Tara and Tarini on Kumari Hill above the Rushikulya landscape
The shrine’s physical setting and devotional memory shape the pilgrimage.
Prayer and Darshan
Visitors join a continuing Shakta tradition expressed through worship, festivals and offerings.
Living Sacred Tradition
Daily worship, major observances and respectful conduct at the shrine.
Daily Devotion
General darshan; Traditional offerings; Mundan and family vows under local custom.
Festival Tradition
Chaitra Mela, Sankranti observances, Navaratri draw focused worship and larger gatherings.
Temple Conduct
Confirm festival traffic and transport locally before setting out.
Quick Decision Box
Three choices that help shape a practical temple visit.
Choose your arrival
Prefer an early, non-festival arrival when possible and check the current opening pattern.
Review timingsUse authorised services
Use the temple authority or clearly identified counters for ritual services and donations.
Review servicesAllow a flexible circuit
Keep transport, queue and weather time available before adding nearby sacred places.
See nearby placesDarshan Process
A simple sequence for a respectful visit, subject to current temple directions.
- Check the day’s scheduleOdisha Tourism currently lists Tara Tarini Mandir access from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Recheck festival-day, ropeway and hill-access arrangements before travel.
- Plan the final approachRoad transport reaches the hill approach from Purushottampur and Brahmapur; allow time for the final ascent and current access arrangements.
- Prepare for securityCarry only permitted belongings and follow local screening instructions.
- Join the authorised queueUse the current entrance and any designated queue route.
- Observe temple customsFollow footwear, photography and sanctum guidance.
- Receive darshan of Tara and TariniMove calmly, respect other devotees and follow priest or staff directions.
- Continue only if time permitsAdd nearby sacred places after the principal darshan.
How to Reach
Plan the regional journey and the final local approach separately.
Air gateway
Biju Patnaik International Airport at Bhubaneswar is the major air gateway; Brahmapur is the nearer regional city.
Rail connection
Brahmapur railway station is the practical railhead for onward road travel to Purushottampur and the hill.
Road and final approach
Road transport reaches the hill approach from Purushottampur and Brahmapur; allow time for the final ascent and current access arrangements.
Mandir Timings and Visitor Information
Published hours are shown where a reliable schedule is available; local changes can still apply.
Festivals and Major Observances
Major observances can change access, transport and queue patterns.
Chaitra Mela
Expect special worship, heavier footfall and possible changes to normal access.
Sankranti observances
Expect special worship, heavier footfall and possible changes to normal access.
Navaratri
Expect special worship, heavier footfall and possible changes to normal access.
Festival dates, routes and access arrangements may differ from the regular programme.
Pooja and Temple Services
Use authorised channels for worship services, offerings and donations.
General darshanTraditional offeringsMundan and family vows under local custom
Use the temple authority or clearly identified counters, and check availability before making payment.
Best Time to Visit
Balance weather, walking conditions, temple hours and major crowd periods.
Quieter Arrival
Non-festival weekdays may offer a calmer visit, though queues can still vary.
Allow More Time
Chaitra Mela, Sankranti observances, Navaratri can bring substantial crowds and route changes.
Seasonal Readiness
Check the local forecast and prepare for the region, walking route and season.
Temple Schedule
Odisha Tourism currently lists Tara Tarini Mandir access from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Recheck festival-day, ropeway and hill-access arrangements before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Current, conservative answers for planning the visit.
Odisha Tourism currently lists Tara Tarini Mandir access from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Recheck festival-day, ropeway and hill-access arrangements before travel.
The presiding form is Tara and Tarini. The Shakti Peeth association is presented as temple tradition.
According to the tradition associated with this Peeth, the sacred association is Breasts. This is a devotional attribution, not an archaeological claim.
Plan the regional journey and final local approach separately. Road transport reaches the hill approach from Purushottampur and Brahmapur; allow time for the final ascent and current access arrangements.
Recheck the opening pattern, local access, weather and festival arrangements through the linked visitor-information source.
Reference Notes
Current visitor sources and the interpretation used for traditional claims.
- Current visitor source: Odisha Tourism.
- Current visitor source: Odisha Tourism visitor information.
- Sacred tradition: Shakti, Bhairava and Sati associations are attributed devotional traditions.
- Map data: The visible pin, schema coordinates and runtime astronomy use 19.4897, 84.8998 in Asia/Kolkata.
Nearby Mandirs and Spiritual Circuit
Sacred and cultural places that can be combined with the principal darshan when time and local conditions permit.
Rushikulya river landscape
Purushottampur pilgrimage circuit
A water-linked landmark in the wider Purushottampur pilgrimage landscape.
Purushottampur
Purushottampur pilgrimage circuit
A useful nearby stop within the wider Purushottampur visitor circuit.
Brahmapur
Purushottampur pilgrimage circuit
A useful nearby stop within the wider Purushottampur visitor circuit.