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Chintpurni Temple
Chintpurni · Chhinnamastika Shakti Peetha · Una, Himachal Pradesh
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Chintpurni, in the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, is a much-loved Shakti Peetha where the Goddess is revered as Chhinnamastika and as Chintpurni, “she who removes worries”. Set on a forested ridge, the shrine draws pilgrims from across north India who come to lay their cares before the Mother, worshipped here in the form of a sacred pindi.
The Goddess who removes worries
The name Chintpurni means the remover of chinta, or worry, and devotees come precisely to set their troubles before her. The Goddess is worshipped as a pindi, a rounded sacred stone, and is identified with the fierce Mahavidya Chhinnamasta.
A Shakti Peetha
Chintpurni is counted among the Shakti Peethas, and the sacred area is traditionally bounded by four Bhairava shrines that guard the Goddess on every side. Pilgrims often visit these along with the main darshan.
Legend and the founder
The shrine is tied to the devotee Mai Das, to whom the Goddess is said to have revealed herself on this ridge and asked to be worshipped here; his descendants have served the temple through the generations.
The temple and setting
The hill-top sanctum sits amid forest, its approach lined with stalls of offerings and prasad. Bells ring continuously as a steady file of pilgrims moves through for the brief, powerful darshan of the pindi.
Festivals
The Navratras of Chaitra (spring) and Ashwin (autumn) are the great occasions, with a large fair and round-the-clock darshan; Saturdays and Tuesdays are also especially busy.
Darshan timings
The temple is generally open from early morning to late evening, with hours extended greatly during the Navratri fairs to manage the crowds.
How to reach Chintpurni
- By train: Una is the nearest major railhead (~50 km); Amb Andaura is closer.
- By air: Chandigarh airport is about 120 km.
- By road: well connected from Una, Hoshiarpur and Dharamshala.
Tips for your visit
- Navratri brings very large crowds — weekdays are far calmer.
- Collect the prasad token and keep it for darshan.
- Wear comfortable footwear for the climb to the sanctum.
- Consider visiting the surrounding Bhairava shrines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called Chintpurni?
The name means “remover of worries”; devotees come to lay their troubles before the Goddess, worshipped here as a sacred pindi.
Which goddess is worshipped at Chintpurni?
She is revered as Chintpurni and identified with Chhinnamastika, a fierce Mahavidya form of the Goddess.
Is Chintpurni a Shakti Peetha?
Yes, it is counted among the Shakti Peethas, with the sacred area traditionally guarded by four Bhairava shrines.
What are the temple timings?
Generally early morning to late evening, with greatly extended hours during the Chaitra and Ashwin Navratri fairs.
How do I reach Chintpurni?
Una is the nearest major railway station (~50 km), Amb Andaura is closer, Chandigarh airport is ~120 km, and it is well connected by road.
Who founded the worship at Chintpurni?
Tradition credits the devotee Mai Das, to whom the Goddess revealed herself; his descendants have long served the shrine.
॥ जय माता दी ॥ • Bhaktiras.net Temple Guide
| Temple Name | Chintpurni Temple |
| Primary Deity | Chhinnamastika Devi |
| Location | Chintpurni |
| District | Una |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| Significance | Shakti Peetha |
| Architecture Style | North Indian Shikhara |
| Approximate Period | Ancient |
| Key Festival | Navratri (Chaitra & Ashwin) |
| River / Body Nearby | Swan River (nearby) |
| Special Features | Pindi form; four Bhairav shrines |
| Darshan | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Nearest Railhead | Una (~50 km) |
| Coordinates | 31.5390° N, 76.1270° E |
| Entry | Free |