Patan Devi Temple

Getting there

• By air

  Jaiprakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) is the nearest airport.

• By train

  Patna Junction (PNBE) is the nearest railway station.

• By road

  The temple can be reached easily from the Patliputra Inter-State Bus Terminal.

Rules to know

• The temple does not distinguish between any caste or creed, so people of all religions and castes are welcome.

Why devotees come here

Patan Devi Temple stands in Patna, Bihar, and is one of the oldest and most sacred temples of the city. It is believed to be the abode of Durga, also called Maa Patneshwari. Devotees from across Bihar come here, especially for Chhath Puja.

Patan Devi is also called Maa Patneshwari. The ancient temple was originally named Maa Sarvanand Kari Patneshwari, and devotees believe it is the abode of Durga. It is one of the oldest and most sacred temples of Patna, and it is regarded as one of the 51 Siddha Shakta pithas in India.

Puranic legends tell that the right thigh of the corpse of Devi Sati fell at this place, after Vishnu cut the body with his Sudarshan Chakra.

The Badi Patan Devi temple was founded by Shri Badrinath Chaudhary, a famous inspector of the British era. Devotees from across Bihar come for Chhath Puja, a festival the temple is known for. A mela is also held near the temples at the time of Vijayadashmi.

Festivals

• VijayadashmiVijayadashmi mela

  A mela is held near the temples at this time.

• Chhath festival daysChhath Puja

  The temple is known for its Chhath Puja celebrations, which draw devotees from across Bihar.

Tips for your visit

• Mahavir Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Hanuman, is situated just nearby.
• Tuesday is a special day for devotees, and a large number of worshippers visit the temple then.

Questions people ask