The Sirohi district in Rajasthan is renowned as the “Land of the Gods” due to its rich cultural and religious heritage. This region is home to several ancient temples, each with its unique history and mysteries. Among these temples, one stands out with a particularly fascinating belief associated with it. It is said that at this temple, a coconut placed in front of the Shiva Linga mysteriously breaks open on its own. Whether this phenomenon is attributed to the deep faith of the devotees or some other force, this belief has been strong enough to draw many devotees to the temple, compelling them to experience this marvel for themselves.
Located in Kui Sangana, a village in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, the ancient Chatak Mahadev Temple is nestled in the serene embrace of nature. The journey to this temple is itself a pilgrimage, requiring devotees to traverse a footpath of approximately 1-1.5 kilometres after reaching the village by road.
The path leads through a picturesque landscape, crossing a waterfall and climbing up a hill, ultimately leading to the temple. However, the challenging nature of the terrain means that elderly people and individuals with disabilities may find it difficult to reach the temple, limiting their ability to partake in the unique spiritual experience it offers.
In front of the temple lies a pond that is believed to be miraculous in its own right. Regardless of the season- whether it be the scorching heat of summer or the chill of winter- the water in this pond never dries up. The temple’s entrance is adorned with an ancient statue of Lord Shiva, further reinforcing the temple’s deep historical and religious significance.
Jitendra Parihar, a devout worshiper who has been visiting the Chatak Mahadev Temple for many years, shares that it is believed to be more than a thousand years old. The presence of a waterfall flowing near the temple adds to its mystical charm, as does the never-drying water in the pond.
However, the most intriguing feature of the temple is the phenomenon where the coconut placed in front of the Shiva Linga cracks open on its own. This unexplained event has led to the temple being named ‘Chatak Mahadev’ with Chatak signifying the act of cracking or breaking. The temple’s name thus embodies the mystery and the miraculous events that have occurred there for centuries.
Each year, on the auspicious day of Mahashivaratri, a grand fair is organised at the Chatak Mahadev Temple, attracting a large number of devotees from various distant places.
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