The Astadasha Shakti Peethas, also known as the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas, are revered pilgrimage sites dedicated to Goddess Shakti, scattered across the Indian subcontinent. Each of these Peethas is associated with a specific part of Sati’s body, according to Hindu mythology.
Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, Assam
The yoni (reproductive organ) of Sati fell here. It is one of the most important Shakti Peethas.
Srisailam Temple, Andhra Pradesh
The neck of Sati fell here. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhramaramba and Lord Mallikarjuna.
Jogulamba Temple, Alampur, Telangana
The upper teeth of Sati fell here. Jogulamba is one of the Maha Shakti Peethas.
Vaidyanath Temple, Deoghar, Jharkhand
The heart of Sati fell here. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a significant pilgrimage site.
Varanasi (Vishalakshi Temple), Uttar Pradesh
The earrings of Sati fell here. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Vishalakshi.
Kashmir Valley (Sharada Peeth), Pakistan-administered Kashmir
The right hand of Sati fell here. This Peetha is currently in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Kangra Temple, Himachal Pradesh
The left breast of Sati fell here. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Vajreshwari.
Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur, Maharashtra
The left hand of Sati fell here. It is one of the Shakti Peethas where Goddess Mahalakshmi is worshipped.
Purnagiri Temple, Uttarakhand
The navel of Sati fell here. Purnagiri Temple is located in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand.
Mithila Temple, Janakpur, Nepal
The left shoulder of Sati fell here. Janaki Mandir in Janakpur is a significant pilgrimage site in Nepal.
Naina Devi Temple, Himachal Pradesh
The eyes of Sati fell here. The temple is situated in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh.
Bhavani Temple, Tuljapur, Maharashtra
The arm of Sati fell here. It is one of the Shakti Peethas where Goddess Bhavani is worshipped.
Prayag (Lalita Temple), Uttar Pradesh
The small finger of Sati’s right hand fell here. It is associated with Lalita Devi.
Trimbakeshwar Temple, Nashik, Maharashtra
The crown jewel of Sati fell here. Trimbakeshwar is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Sugandha Temple, Barisal, Bangladesh
The nose of Sati fell here. Sugandha Temple is located in Barisal district of Bangladesh.
Tripura Sundari Temple, Udaipur, Tripura
The right foot of Sati fell here. It is one of the Shakti Peethas where Goddess Tripura Sundari is worshipped
Kanchipuram (Kamakshi Temple), Tamil Nadu
The navel of Sati fell here. Kamakshi Amman Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas.
Manas Temple, Tibet
The right eye of Sati fell here. Manas Temple is located in Tibet and is considered one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas.
These Astadasha Shakti Peethas hold significant spiritual and religious importance in Hinduism, attracting devotees from around the world seeking blessings and spiritual fulfillment.