Shri Battisa Temple

Very ancient times temple.
Good place for family & students.

Known as Battisa Mandir, this is an ancient protected monument located in Barsur village of Geedam Tehsil of Dantewada district. The Mandap of the temple is supported by 32 pillars, which gives the temple it's name. The architecture of the temple is very stunning as the temple houses two "garbha-griha" with two Shiva-Linga. The temple was constructed in 11th -12th century during the rule of Chhindak Nagwanshi Kings.

According to the inscriptions found .The name “Battisa” in Hindi literally translates to “32 pillared temple.” This town is a treasure trove of archaeological wonders, and one of its prominent temples is dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to inscriptions found in the temple, there are two pavilions where the king and queen separately worshiped Lord Shiva. Within these pavilions, two sacred Shiva Lingas are enshrined, and a statue of Nandi, the bull associated with Shiva, is placed in the front pavilion. The Battisa Temple holds a significant place as a revered pilgrimage site in Chhattisgarh, known for its unique appearance and ancient sculptures. It stands out as one of the rare Shiva temples with two garbhagrihas (sanctum sanctorum), making it an exceptional religious site in the region. Barsur is located on the banks of Indravati River. It is a unique Temple having two sanctum sanctorum. The Temple is protected monuments in Chattisgarh declared by Archaeological Survey of India

Located in Barsoor, this is an ancient monument protected by the Archeological Survey of India.

There are 32 pillars supporting the temple hence the name ‘बत्तीसा’. Each of this pillars signifies the 32 sisters of Mata Danteshwari.

The temple is dedicated to lord shiva and there are two Garbhagrihas in it, with nandi in front at each. Surprisingly, one of the Shivling is a bit tilted.

The temple was built during the reign of Chhindak Nag Dynasty. Queen Gang Mahadevi, chief consort of King Rajbhushan Dev is said to have played a major role in its construction.

There is also a stone inscription in the temple premises, contents of which are too difficult to read. This Barsoor Stone Inscription also belongs to the queen Gang Mahadevi.

So called battisa temple was made by asur raj BANASUR in dwapar yug. Temples roof is based on 32 pillere thats why called battisa temple. ASUR raj BANASUR was made a barasur city and there for tourists attraction make 147 pond's and temple. It's one of them such a beautiful view of this temple. Inside the temple a shivling established.

Shiv mandir with two garbhgrih, and one of them has rotating shivlingam
Very unique experience. Temple name is Battisa temple as it stands on 32 pillars

Ancient Indian history, peace and NAMH SHIVAY

Ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Barsoor.This temple is having 2 garbhagrihas and total 32 pillars.

It is very uncommon to find 2 garhgrihas in any Hindu Temple, but Battisa Temple has them. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, two queens of the King Someshwar Dev built this temple. It is of 9th century, Nagvanshi era. This temple stands tall on 32 stone pillars.

Battisa Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva located in Barsur Town in Dantewada District in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Barsur is located on the banks of Indravati River. It is a unique Hindu Temple having two sanctum sanctorums. The Temple is one of the protected monuments in Chattisgarh declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

This 11th Century's Temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva located in Barsur, Dantevada district ....

when you In car they take entry charge and go to mama bhaja and satdhara waterfall they are near.. One more thing carry water bottle and some snack there are not such thing

Shiva temple with 2 shiv lingams. There are 32 pillars i the temple.

Must visit place

Battisa temple is very old and it's stone are very big. This place is good for seeing.

When i am just scrolling Instagram then suddenly i saw video of a man rotating shivling which same as his height i became very astonished that how is this possible so i searched for then i realised okkkk.

Location:- this temple is Situated at a distance of around 33kms north from Dantewada district head quarter in Barsur, Chhattisgarh, It is nearly 120 kms from Jagdalpur airport and 420 Kms from capital City of Chhattisgarh-Raipur. Nearest railway station is GEEDAM. Temple area is surrounded by number of ancient monuments within radius of two kilometers. sat dhara water fall in indravati river is also in its vicinity.
Importance:- this marvelous, ancient temple monument is actually a structure of two temples joined together by a common Mandapa which is supported by 32 pillars. It’s from the presence of these 32 number of pillars that the temple has earned its name. The temple faces the east and houses the sacred Shivlingams of its deity – Lord Shiva in its two ‘Garbh Grihas’ sanctum sanctorum.

The temple is believed to have been constructed between 11th and 12th century A.D., under the rule of Chhindaka Naga lineage.

The temple is a prominent pilgrimage centre in Chhattisgarh which is majorly popular for its deity- the omnipotent Shiva, and also for its spectacular, ancient architecture that leaves one absolutely amazed.
Garbhagriha is pancharatha on plan and atteched with a square pillared mandapa in front.The exterior walls of jungha portion contain image of Brahma,incarnations,of Vishnu, Prajapati Daksha, Uma-Maheshvara and also few worth mentioning excellence.The temple seems to be constructed during 11th century AD

The old hindi temple amezing that how they built this 😍

11th century AD temple with 32 pillars. There are two Shivlingas with Nandi statues.

It's a temple of lord Shiva, built by King Someshwar dev in 11th century, temple design and location is truly awesome and you can rotate Shivalinga here, very beautiful and must visit place if you're in Barasur chhattisgarh. Har-har mahadev. 🙏🏻