Om Mangalam · Shakti Peeth · #11

Naina Devi Temple

Legend states that Goddess Sati's eyes (Nayana) fell atop this hill when her body was severed. Worship at this peeth is believed to bestow clear spiritual perception, wisdom, and cure eye-related ailments.

Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh Nayana (Eyes of Goddess Sati) Kapad Bhairava

Invoke the presence of the Divine Mother before you begin this guide.

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Theological significance

Legend states that Goddess Sati's eyes (Nayana) fell atop this hill when her body was severed. Worship at this peeth is believed to bestow clear spiritual perception, wisdom, and cure eye-related ailments.

Approach this peeth with quiet breath and an open heart. Darshan is not only seeing— it is allowing the Mother to see you.

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Deity & sacred presence

Primary deity Maa Naina Devi

Guarded in the tradition by Kapad Bhairava.

Sacred element: Ajna Tattwa (Divine Sight & Spiritual Vision)

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Spiritual practice & sadhana

Divya Drishti Ajna Dhyan

  1. Sit comfortably atop the hill temple overlook.
  2. Direct inner attention to the space between the eyebrows.
  3. Visualize twin silver eyes radiating cool, soothing white light that removes delusion and bestows spiritual clarity.

Devotional activities

Silver Eye Offering

Offering small, replica silver eye plates (Nayan-patra) to the Goddess for blessings and health.

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Pilgrimage logistics

Primary festival Shravan Ashtami Fair & Navratri

By air

Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) (~100 km)

By train

Anandpur Sahib Railway Station (ANSB) (~20 km)

By road

Well-paved hill roads connecting from Anandpur Sahib; cable car (ropeway) service available from base to top

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On the map

Bilaspur · Hilltop overlooking Anandpur Sahib Plains

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Continue the yatra

May every step carry the Mother’s blessing. Visit the next peeth, or return to the map.