Maa Tara Tarini Temple is a popular Hindu Mandir in Odisha. It is a major temple of Adi Shakti. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Tara and Tarini. It is located on the Kumari Hills on the banks of the Rushikulya River near Purushottampur in the Ganjam district of Odisha, about 28 km from Brahmapur city. It is one of the important temples of Shaktism in India.
The famous temple of Tara-Tarini, a small but beautiful temple is seen in the Kumari Hills. Now worship at this important center of the Shakta cult has continued since time immemorial. Two anthropomorphic stones with gold and silver ornaments, and Uma, seen as a human being, are the main shrines of this temple, representing Goddess Tara and Tarini. This temple is visited by millions of devotees every year.
Tara Tarini Temple Ropeway Timings
There are many important Shakti centers in India, out of which Orissa is considered to be one of the most important Shakti centers and Tara-Tarini on the Kumari Hills on the banks of the Rishikulya River near Purushottamapur in Ganjam district is one of the most ancient Shakti Peethas of Odisha. The Ropeyway service at Tara Tarini Temple is also a major attraction in this area.
Additionally, the height of the hill is approximately 708ft, and the total area spreads over 180 Acres of land. This hill is popularly known as Tara Tarini Hill (mountain) and is surrounded by natural beauty. There are 999 steps to reach the temple on the front side of the hill, and there is also a paved road for vehicles on the back side of the hill, which facilitates the devotees to reach the back. But, the Tara Tarini Temple Ropeway services are popular among devotees and tourists, which provide an amazing view of the hill on top.
Tara Tarini Temple Ropeway, Darshan & Seva – Highlights
| Name of Temple | Tara Tarini Temple |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Creator | Kalinga Emperors in the Ancient Period, Basupraharaj in the Medieval period in the 17th century, and the Tara Tarini Development Board at present |
| Location | Kumari Hills of Ganjam district in Odisha, India |
| Governing Body | Taratarini Development Board |
| Main Deity | Tara & Tarini Mata |
| Significance | A significant Adi Shakti temple and a major Shakti Peetha. |
| Time Required | 3-4 Hours for Darshan |
| Booking Process | Offline & Online modes |
| Temple Timing | 06:30 AM to 08:30 PM |
| Major Festivals | Chaitra Mela/ Chaitra Parva or Yatra, Holi, Dusshera, Navaratri, Dipawali, and Sankranti |
| Online Booking Portal | https://taratarini.nic.in/ |
Tara Tarini Temple Ropeway Ticket Price & Timing
Devotees can also book the Ariel Ropeway (Cable Car) from Taratarini Foothill to Top Hill Temple Place. The first inclined Rope Car of Orissa was made by Ropeway Resorts Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata, at their own cost. The facts of the Ropway capacity are 4 Cabins for upward & download and 150 visitors can travel per hour. The Ticket Price and Timing is given below;
| Service | Tara Tarini Temple Ropeway |
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Temple Opening & Closing Hours
| Days | Opening Time | Closing Time |
| Monday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Thursday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Friday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Saturday | 06:30 AM | 08:30 PM |
| Sunday | 06:00 AM | 09:00 PM |
Mata Tara Tarini Temple Darshan Timings
| Darshan Type | Timing (Schedule) |
| Temple Opens at | 06:30 AM |
| Morning Darshan Hours | 06:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Reamian Close Between | 12:30 PM to 02:00 PM |
| Afternoon Darshan Hours | 02:00 PM to 05:30 PM |
| Reamian Close Between | 05:30 PM to 06:30 PM |
| Evening Darshan Hours | 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Temple Close at | 08:30 PM |
Tara Tarini Temple Pooja/ Aarti/ Seva Time
| Type of Pooja & Seva | Timing |
| Majana | 5.05 A.M |
| Mangala Alati & Pahili Bhog | 6.15 A.M |
| Raja Bhog | 12.15 P.M |
| Pahada | 12.35 P.M |
| Reopening | 2.15 P.M |
| Evening Majana | 5.15 P.M |
| Sandhya Alati | 6.15 P.M |
| Bhog & Pahada | 9.45 P.M |
Special Khechidi Bhoga
In the Tara Tarini Temple, many festivals are celebrated, but the Chaitra Jatra and Sankranti Mela are famous. On the festival occasion, the looks of people appeared during these days. Special Rituals and Poojas are offered by the temple. The special Khechidi Bhoga is one of the famous Parasadam offered to the devotees during the festival. It is served to the deities and is later sold to devotees for ₹7 per serving from Monday midnight till 6 PM Tuesday.
Helpline Numer
- Address: Temple Road Dt, near Rushikulya River, Raipur, Purusottampur, Odisha 761018
- Contact Number: 093378 92106/ 0680 228 1456/ 06811 263 700
- Email ID: rdcbmp[at]nic[dot]in.
- Official Website: https://taratarini.nic.in/tt/ropeway.htm