World’s unique Shiva temple named after a woman: Devkali temple becomes a symbol of faith

Devkali temple located in Auraiya district of Uttar Pradesh is the only Shiva temple in the world, which is named after a woman ‘Devkala’. This temple is located on the banks of Yamuna river in the rugged area about 5 km away from the city. It is believed that in the 11th century, King Jaichand of Kannauj built this temple as a symbol of faith of his adopted sister Devkala. According to the priest, Devkala used to rest here while going to her in-laws’ house. This is why the village was also named Devkali. One of the specialties of this Shiva temple is that the water offered on the Shivling goes underground, and till date it remains a mystery as to where the water goes. In the month of Sawan, thousands of devotees reach here for darshan from Kanpur, Etawah, Jalaun, Jhansi and other states. Special security arrangements have been made by the district administration.

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