History & Historical Heritage
The Mangla Gauri Temple is located on top of the Manglagauri hill in Gaya, Bihar. It is the sixteenth Astadasa Shakti Peeth where Goddess Sati's breast fell. The temple dates back to the 15th century, mentioned in Padma Purana and Vayu Purana. Devotees worship a pair of breast-shaped stones representing the goddess. Gaya is also highly famous as a major pilgrimage center for offering Shraddha/Pinda daan to ancestors.
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Sacred Legend (Sthala Puranam)
"Goddess Sati's breast fell at Gaya. Worshipping Goddess Mangla Gauri is believed to grant marital bliss, wealth, and protect families. An eternal flame (Akhand Jyoti) burns in the temple inner sanctum, which has been kept lit for centuries."
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Comprehensive Route Guide & Logistics
Nearest Airport
Gaya Airport (GAY) - 10 km, Jay Prakash Narayan Airport, Patna - 110 km
Local Bus Routes
Available Bus Numbers: Local auto-rickshaws available frequently from Gaya junction railway station and Gaya bus stand
Railway Junctions & Connecting Trains
- Gaya Junction Railway Station (GAYA) - 4 km from temple, major station on Grand Chord rail line.