Vaishnodevi Temple at Rourkela is a replica of the original Temple of Vaishnodevi of Jammu (Trikuta Hills) and is situated on the top of the Durgapur Hill1 facing towards Rourkela Steel Plant. Bhairabanath Temple2 is situated near Vaishodevi Temple on the hill.
In 2007, the Temple of Goddess Durga, located on the top of the hill, was opened for visitors. During Durga Puja, in the spring and autumn seasons, the Navaratri Festival is celebrated, hundreds of Hindu worshippers come here.
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References
- Post Reviews/ Comments. "Vaishno Devi Temple, Rourkela, Temples in Rourkela, Rourkela Tourism, Tourist attractions in Rourkela City". Webindia123.com. Retrieved 30 January 2016.
- "Bhairabnath Temple". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 31 January 2016.
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