The temple was built by the ruler Rao Jodha followed by an interesting tale(Read below). It is a blend of history and stunning architecture. People often visit Chamunda Mataji for good health, protection from evil, and Manglik pooja rituals.
Seek blessings of Chamunda Mataji, learn its history, and explore the architecture. To have the best experience, visit the temple during the Navratri Festival.
On top of the hill, he saw a sage meditating. Jodha wanted to build the fort on Mehrangarh and asked the sage to leave. As the sage refused to leave, Jodha got his people to move the holy man away. This made the sage angry. He cursed Rao Jodha, saying that his kingdom would face water shortage forever.
Worried Jodha, reached out to his priests. They suggested praying to a goddess named Chamunda Devi. Following their advice, Rao Jodha built a temple for Chamunda Devi inside his fort on Mehrangarh Hill. This is how Chamunda Mataji Temple in Jodhpur has been built.
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