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Jabalpur, the cultural city of Madhya Pradesh, is known throughout the country and the world for its natural beauty, historical heritage and world famous Dhuandhar Waterfall. But this city situated on the banks of river Narmada also holds a special place among tourists and devotees for its spiritual and religious rich heritage. There are many ancient and modern temples in Jabalpur whose amazing architecture and miraculous history attract the devotees. In this context, one such famous temple of Jabalpur has become a center of deep faith among Shiva devotees and followers of Mother Narmada across the country these days, where along with the grand statue of Mother Narmada, 13 unique Shivalingas are present together in the same courtyard and at the same holy place. Let us take a complete and deep journey into the history, characteristics and spiritual experience of this divine and miraculous temple through the eyes of an independent travel and ground reporter.
This famous temple of Jabalpur city is situated in such a calm and picturesque environment near the banks of river Narmada, where the stress and fatigue of a person’s hectic life disappears as soon as he steps into it. In Sanatan culture, Mother Narmada is worshiped not just as a river but as a living goddess and salvation giver. The main objective of establishing this temple was to provide the devotees with the combined and infinite blessings of Goddess of Water Maa Narmada and Devadhidev Mahadev Lord Shiva at one place. As soon as the devotees enter the temple premises, they are faced with a supernatural peace which is rarely seen at any common tourist place. According to the local people and priests, the wishes of every devotee who comes to this place is definitely fulfilled by the blessings of Mother Narmada and Bholenath.
The biggest and main feature of this temple is the 13 supernatural Shivalingas installed in its sanctum sanctorum and courtyard, which are installed with full rituals in the same row or within the same sacred circle. In Hindu religion and Puranas, special importance has been given to the worship of various Shivlingas for concentration and transmission of energy. Each of these thirteen Shivlingas has its own unique design and luster, presenting an unmatched example of the sacred stones (Banalinga) and traditional stone art of the Narmada. On the holy occasions of the month of Sawan, Mahashivratri and Navratri, special anointment and decoration of these thirteen Shivlingas is done. When milk, water, belpatra and datura are offered simultaneously to the thirteen Shivalingas, the entire temple complex echoes with chants of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ and ‘Narmade Har’.
The architecture of this famous temple is a beautiful blend of ancient Indian temple building style and modern beauty. In the carvings done on the pillars and walls of the temple, various forms of gods and goddesses have been carved very finely. As soon as you move forward in the courtyard of the temple, a grand and huge statue of Maa Narmada is seen standing to welcome you, looking at which it appears as if Maa Narmada herself is blessing her devotees with her in her lap. The greenery all around the temple and the echo of the gurgling Narmada stream increases the spiritual feeling of this place manifold. Tourists and photographers coming from far and wide also come here to capture this calm and beautiful architecture in their cameras.
If you are planning to visit Jabalpur and want to see something that will satisfy your soul along with Bhedaghat, Chausath Yogini Temple or Madan Mahal Fort, then visiting this temple will prove to be an unforgettable experience for you. Taxis, autos and local vehicles are easily available to reach this temple from the main railway station and bus stand of the city. The devotees coming here say that the mental peace and energy they get by coming to this temple of Jabalpur cannot be expressed in words. If you also want to get the immense blessings of Mahadev and Mother Narmada together and want to spend some moments away from the hustle and bustle of life in the shadow of spirituality, then this famous temple of Jabalpur with 13 Shivalingas should be on the top of your next visit list.