Shyama Mai Temple, Hindu temple in Darbhanga, India.
Shyama Mai Temple is a Hindu place of worship in Darbhanga with a 10-foot black stone figure of Goddess Kali wearing a green silk sari, positioned above the recumbent form of Shiva. The structure includes a verandah area with decorative ceiling elements related to spiritual practice.
The temple was founded in 1933 by Maharaj Kameshwar Singh of the Darbhanga royal lineage on a site connected to his father Maharaja Rameshwar Singh. This act established a new center for spiritual devotion in the region.
Visitors come here to pray and participate in daily ceremonies that mark the rhythm of worship throughout the day. The temple remains an active place where people experience both devotional traditions and meditative practices.
The temple is located near Lalit Narayana Mithila University and opens for visitors during morning and evening hours. People visiting should dress modestly and allow time to experience the meditative atmosphere.
The temple stands on a location of historic spiritual significance, and the verandah includes ceiling designs that were intentionally created for specific spiritual practices. This architectural detail reveals how the structure itself supports the spiritual experience.
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