Maa Ugra Tara, Hindu sanctuary in Bhusandapur, India
Maa Ugra Tara is a Hindu temple in Bhusandapur, India, dedicated to a tantric goddess and built with traditional stone architecture. The structure has several chambers decorated with stone carvings depicting religious figures and symbols.
The temple served as an important place of worship during the Eastern Ganga dynasty in the historical Kalinga region. The architecture reflects the religious influence that the rulers of that period had across the region.
The temple is devoted to Ugra Tara, a fierce form of the goddess Tara venerated in both tantric Buddhism and Hinduism. Visitors can watch devotees offering flowers and incense while chanting prayers, particularly during festival days.
The temple is located near Bhusandapur railway station and is open to visitors every day. Comfortable, closed shoes are a good idea since the site has several steps and uneven stone surfaces.
The main goddess is shown with three eyes and serpent ornaments, a rare form in tantric iconography. This depiction sets the temple apart from most other shrines in the region.
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