Avari Mata Temple is located in a village named Aasawara, in the tehsil of Bhadesar, in the district of Chittorgrah, in the state of Rajasthan, in Northwestern India. This particular ancient Hindu temple is dedicated to Avari Mata. Within the temple complex, there is a holy pond, a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. According to the religious scholars and experts, this shrine has been largely visited by people who are seeking a traditional cure for polio and paralysis. It is a miracle happening Hindu temple that is most sought after and frequented in Northern India and particularly in the state of Rajasthan.
History of Avari Mata Temple
It is believed that the temple is having special powers to heal people and the devotees visit to this temple to heal themselves from many ailments which are chronic and became incurable for years. There are many people who come with their families and stay here to get their family members cured fully and also visit the temple and enjoy the vicinity. There is a custom of taking oil to the temple where the oil is being purified with mantra and holy chants and used for treatments, as the oil is applied on the affected areas and it is believed that the patient gets cured. The devotees also attend the daily arati of Avari Mata which is sacred and the devotees attend there in huge numbers to see the aarti. The occasion of Navrati and Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated with great pomp and show.
Architectural Significance
Avari Mata temple is based on simple local architectural styles and pattern. It is not based on North Indian Hindu temple architectural styles and pattern and Rajasthani architectural features. It is a unique ancient Hindu temple in this particular region and in the state of Rajasthan. The temple premises is really huge when compared to other Hindu temples belong to the ancient or medieval period in Northern India. There are sub-temples located within the temple complex in a unique Hindu pattern. It is a highly fortified Hindu temple with two main gateways with small towers on it. The main sanctum and Hanuman temple is the main attractions in the aspect of architectural and religious significance. It is one of the famous temple in south of the state of Rajasthan. It is very near to Saliyag temple. The walls of the temple have images of Local Gods and Goddesses on it. The idol of the deities are installed on the raised platform in the main sanctums.
Festivals
Avari Mata temple is known for religious celebrating Hanuman Jayanthi in a grand manner in the temple complex. On the eve of this said festival, large number of adherent devotees, pilgrims and local people participate in the religious affair at this temple. A special pooja for Lord Hanuman is conducted in a religious manner. It is to be remembered that most of the Hindu festivals and auspicious days are celebrated with special Aarti at this particular shrine with a lot of perfection.
