Description
The Kolhapur Shakti Peetha is of special religious significance being one of the six places where it is believed that one can either obtain salvation from desires or have them fulfilled. The temple takes its name from Mahalakshmi, the consort of Vishnu, and it is believed that the divine couple resides in the area.
History
It is Said that mahalakshmi had a fight with her husband and she settled in kolhapur She had no roof over her head so her loyal servants who were demons built her a big temple with beautiful carvings made of stones from the lake rankala. Within one night the people treated her very well and so she promised that there would be no poverty and no person in kolhapur will remain poor and still the temple is In the same condition
Importance/Significance
Devotees who pray at this temple ensure that mahalakshmi blesses them with health and prosperity
Facts/Mythology
The idol of the Goddess Mahalakshmi is made of gemstone and is considered to be at least 5000 to 6000 years old. It weighs about 40 kilos. The precious stones that adorn the deity indicate the antiquity of the deity. The platform of the Goddess Mahalakshmi is made of stone.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings
This special event is celebrated by thousands of people as ‘KiranUtsav’. Every year this festival is celebrated on the following days at evening: 31 January 1 February 2 February 9 November 10 November 11 November.It is said that Sun god gives respect to Mahalaxmi for three days in a year. This will be on the occasion of Ratha Saptami (which will be during January every year). This will be for 3 days. The first day, ray falls on the feet, on second day, on the middle portion of the deity and on the third day on the face
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