Discover the miraculous shakti peeths of south India: 4 sacred sites where wishes come true

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): The worship of Shakti holds a very important place in India's cultural and spiritual tradition. During Navratri, the nine forms of Shakti are especially worshipped. On this occasion, millions of devotees visit the 51 Shakti Peethas spread across India.

Many of these Shaktipeeths are located in South India, which are famous for their history, beliefs and grandeur.

The Kanyakumari Shaktipeeth is located in the far south of Tamil Nadu. It is the place where the back of Goddess Sati fell. The goddess is worshipped here as Shravani, while Shiva is known as Nimisha. This Shaktipeeth is located on a small island surrounded by the sea, making it a breathtaking sight. It is also known as Kanyashram or Kalikaashram.

Another famous Shaktipeeth is the Suchindram Shaktipeeth, located in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, where the upper tooth of Goddess Sati is believed to have fallen. Here, the Goddess is worshipped as Narayani, and her Bhairava is called Samhara.

The Chamundeshwari Shakti Peetha is located on the Chamundi Hills near the city of Mysore in Karnataka. This temple is dedicated to Chamundeshwari, a fierce form of Goddess Durga. It is believed that the hair of Goddess Sati fell at this spot, marking the spot where she killed Mahishasura. Chamundeshwari is also the family deity of the Wodeyar dynasty of Mysore. Therefore, this site is significant from both historical and religious perspectives.

The Vimala Shaktipeeth is located in Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha. It is believed that the navel of Goddess Sati fell here, making it a major Shaktipeeth. The goddess is worshipped here as Vimala or Biraj Devi. This site is not only a center of religious devotion but also holds special significance due to its proximity to the Sri Jagannath Temple in Puri, where the goddess is considered an important shakti of Lord Jagannath.