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{{Infobox Hindu temple
| name = Mahavinayak Temple
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| image = Mahabinayak temple.jpg
| caption = Mahavinayak temple

| deity = Shiva, Vishnu, Durga, Sun and Ganesha
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| festivals = Shiva Ratri, Makar Sankranti , Raja
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| location = [[Chandikhole]], Odisha
| district = [[Jajpur District|Jajpur]]
| state = [[Odisha]]
| country = [[India]]
| map_type = India Odisha
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| coordinates = {{coor|20.705416|86.086201}}
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| architecture_type = [[Kalinga architecture]]
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| established = 12th Century
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'''[https://rgyan.com/en/temples/mahavinayak-temple Mahavinayak Temple]'''<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mahavinayak Temple: Mandir Info, History, Timing, Photos, Specialty|url=https://rgyan.com/en/temples/mahavinayak-temple|access-date=2021-01-27|website=rgyan.com|language=en}}</ref> is a major pilgrimage center in [[Chandikhole]] in [[Jajpur district|Jajpur]] district in the Indian state of [[Odisha]]. It is one of the oldest [[Ganesha]] temples in the state. Five gods - [[Shiva]], [[Vishnu]], [[Durga]], Sun and [[Ganesha]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=BBC - Religions - Hinduism: Beliefs|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/hinduism/beliefs/intro_1.shtml|access-date=2021-01-27|website=www.bbc.co.uk|language=en-GB}}</ref> - are worshiped as one deity in a single [[Garbhagriha]] or [[sanctum sanctorum]] there.

== Multiple deities ==
Because five gods are worshiped as one deity in the temple, there is no ''pahada'' in there. Normally, Hindu temples close after ''pahada'', which is sleeping time for the gods. Since Shiva and Vishnu are worshiped in a single sanctum sanctorum, leaves of both ''[[Bilva]]'' ''(Aegle marmelos)'' and ''[[Tulasi]]'' (Holy Basil) are used in [[prasadam]].

''Anna'' ([[rice]]) ''prasadam'' is offered instead of Batula Bhoga.<ref>Kadambini Magazine Edition September 2013</ref>

== Location ==
The Mahavinayak Temple is located in [[Chandikhole]] in [[Jajpur district|Jajpur]] district.

The first adjoining foothill base hosts the temple of Goddess Chandi, and in the second foothill base is the temple of Mahavinayak. Both have perennial springs (Golden Spring) with ''pucca'' swimming ponds for bathing. In the middle of the hill, just above the Mahavinayak Temple, is another temple dedicated to Maa Banadurga.

== Legends ==

The Mahavinayak Temple<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mahavinayak Temple|url=https://www.toursorissa.com/temples-in-odisha/mahavinayak-temple/|access-date=2021-01-27|website=Tours Orissa|language=en-US}}</ref> is a place of mythological and historical importance. This temple was constructed by the kings of the [[Somavamshi dynasty|Keshari Dynasty]] of Odisha during the 12th century.<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.onlinetemple.com/pages/mahavinayak-temple|title=Mahavinayak Temple|last=OnlineTemple|website=OnlineTemple|language=en|access-date=2018-09-18}}</ref>

[https://www.hinduwebsite.com/hinduism/concepts/rati-devi.asp Rati Devi],<ref>{{Cite web|title=Hindu Goddess - Rati Devi|url=https://www.hinduwebsite.com/hinduism/concepts/rati-devi.asp|access-date=2021-01-27|website=www.hinduwebsite.com|language=en-us}}</ref> wife of Kamadev, is worshiped there for her devotion that led to the release of her husband from the curse of Lord [[Shiva]]. While she was praying to Lord [[Ganesha|Ganesh]], five hands simultaneously stretched out toward her to receive her offering, putting her in a dilemma. She then prayed to [[Brahma|Bramha]] who clarified that the five gods, Ganesh, Sun, [[Vishnu]], Shiva and Durga, were pleased with her prayer and simultaneously stretched their hands to receive her offering. Kamadev was released thereafter, and that day a large granite stone emerged from the earth, containing the divine power of the five gods.

This place is also related to [[Mahabharata|Mahabharat]] legends. The Baruna hill area was the capital of [[Yudhishthira|Yudhisthira]]. From this place, he left for heaven by handing the royal charges of his empire to a ''teli'' (an oilman whom he saw first before dawn) who later became the king. His palace was named Teligarh and the remains of his palace can still be seen on the opposite side of the temple. During the Mahabharat battle, mother Kunti also offered Golden Champa flower to Lord Shiva from this place for the victory of her sons.

It is also said that the detached head of Lord Ganesh fell at this location.

== Festivals ==

Festivals, such as ''[[Shiva ratri|Shiva Ratri]], [[Makar Sankranti]]'' and ''Raja'', are celebrated here. Shiva Ratri is celebrated for five days with [[Yagna]] and [[Homa (ritual)|Homa]] every year. People visit each Monday. In the month of [[Shraavana|Shravana]], Shiva devotees offer holy river water to fulfill their wishes.<ref name="auto" />

== Tourism ==
This temple plays a role in [[Odisha]] tourism,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mahavinayak Temple in Chandikhole, Jajpur {{!}} Odisha Tourism {{!}} Things to do in Mahavinayak Temple Places to visit near Mahavinayak Temple|url=http://www.eodishatourism.com/attraction/mahavinayak-ganesh-temple-jajpur/1076|access-date=2021-01-27|website=www.eodishatourism.com}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web|last=OnlineTemple|title=Mahavinayak Temple|url=https://www.onlinetemple.com/pages/mahavinayak-temple|access-date=2021-01-27|website=OnlineTemple|language=en}}</ref>particularly attracting worshipers of Shiva. It is a picnic spot for trekkers and religious pilgrims,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mahavinayak Nature Camp {{!}} OD Travels|url=https://www.odtravels.in/mahavinayak-nature-camp|access-date=2021-01-27|website=www.odtravels.in|language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-12-06|title=Top attractions at Mahavinayak Nature Camp in Chandikhol|url=https://www.utkaltoday.com/mahavinayak-nature-camp/|access-date=2021-01-27|website=Utkal Today|language=en-US}}</ref>with its densely wooded hills. Chandi temple can be reached via a forest route from Mahavinayak Temple. Its natural environment attracts tourists during winter and summer season.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.incredibleodisha.org/Mahavinayak-Temple.aspx|title=Incredible Odisha}}</ref>

Lodging and temple boarding facilities are available for pilgrims to use. These facilities are maintained by the Endowment Commissioner of Odisha with one Trustee board.

==References==
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==External links==
* [https://books.google.com/books?id=MHw7CQAAQBAJ&pg=PP1&lpg=PP1&dq=visitors+guide+india+odisha+rbs&source=bl&ots=FN0BV_zaiE&sig=Yj4NWhGmkwyHrmkBP6Ho890Gcpk&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi_-o6a6o3dAhWLhpAKHaATD4IQ6AEwBXoECAUQAQ#v=onepage&q=visitors%20guide%20india%20odisha%20rbs&f=false RBS Visitors Guide India - Odisha: Odisha Travel Guide]
* [http://www.orissaspider.com/resources/2471-Mahavinayak-Temple-Chandikhole-Heaven.aspx orissaspider.com: Mahavinayak Temple of Chandikhole - Place to visit in Jajpur, Orissa]
*[https://www.ecotourodisha.com Government of Odisha Eco-Tourism]

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