Raipur | 26.05.2019 | 08:00 am ~ 10:00 am

A Trail to the Mysterious Kankali Temple

About the walk

In this walk, we will explore the ancient histories and mysteries of the Kankali Temple in Raipur. It is one of the oldest and most famous temples of Raipur. It is believed that it was established by Naga Sadhus nearly 600 years ago, when they came to visit South India and established a monastery on cremation ground to perform tantric meditation. There is a small pond attached to this temple. It is believed that this pond was the first king's fort and it has been related to a skeleton, which led to its name being Kankali. According to an ancient belief, bathing in this pond heals skin diseases.  

After this, we will visit another pond called Budh, which is 600 years old, and explore its ancient stories. We will also visit the Budheshwar Temple and Shitalamata Temple.

This guided tour is free.

 

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
07:45 am

About the walk

In this walk, we will explore the ancient histories and mysteries of the Kankali Temple in Raipur. It is one of the oldest and most famous temples of Raipur. It is believed that it was established by Naga Sadhus nearly 600 years ago, when they came to visit South India and established a monastery on cremation ground to perform tantric meditation. There is a small pond attached to this temple. It is believed that this pond was the first king's fort and it has been related to a skeleton, which led to its name being Kankali. According to an ancient belief, bathing in this pond heals skin diseases.  

After this, we will visit another pond called Budh, which is 600 years old, and explore its ancient stories. We will also visit the Budheshwar Temple and Shitalamata Temple.

This guided tour is free.

 

Led By

Dhal Singh Dewangan
Dhal Singh Dewangan : A student of Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology at the Pt. RSS University, Raipur, Dhal currently resides with his family in Raipur. He provides services there as an independent guide with the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board. He enjoys reading and writing on the arts, culture, history and archaeology of Chhattisgarh.

Meeting Time

07:45 AM

Meeting point

In front of Neelab Garden, Vivekanand Sarovar

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Police line chowk

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

  • We recommend availing public transport due to limited parking space.
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes and carry water.
  • Photography allowed.
  • No entry fee.