Shivaharkaray/ Mahishamardini Shivaharkaray/ Mahishamardini Shakti Peeth ( Karavipur)

Shivaharkaray (Karavipur) Shakti Peeth Temple

Shivaharkaray, also known as Karavipur, is a Shakti Peeth devoted to the Hindu Goddess Durga and is located near the Parkai railway station in Karachi, Pakistan. According to ancient texts, the Goddess's three eyes (the third eye) fell here. The Goddess is known as Mahishasuramardini or the Demon Mahishasur's killer. Lord Shiva is worshipped here as Krodhish, the personification of fury, in Ragi form. Shivaharkaray is ranked third among the 51 Shakti Peethas identified in the Puranas.

History:

According to legend, the father of the demon king Mahishasura was an asura named Rambha. Rambha fell in love with a buffalo who lived in the water. Mahishasura was born in the union of Rambha and Buffalo. For this reason, Mahishasura could change the form of buffalo and humans as per his wish. It is said that Mahishasura obtained a boon from the creator Brahma by performing severe penance. Brahmadev gave a boon that no god or demon would be able to conquer him. After getting a boon from Brahmadev, Mahishasura started creating havoc in the heavenly world. One day Mahishasura attacked heaven. Mahishasura defeated Indra and captured heaven. He drove all the gods out of there. Troubled by this, all the gods went to Trimurti Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh and told them their problem. But due to the boon of Brahma ji, even Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh themselves could not defeat Mahishasura. Ultimately, all the gods created Maa Durga to kill Mahishasura. Shakti Punj came out from the body of the trinity and gathered. This Shakti Puja took the form of Maa Durga. All the gods gave their respective powers and weapons to Maa Durga. Maa Durga fought with Mahishasura for nine consecutive days and killed him on the tenth day. This is the reason why Durga Puja is celebrated for nine days in Hinduism. At the same time, the tenth day is known as Vijayadashami. Mother Durga was named Mahishasud Mardini because of Mahishasura's Mardan.

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Festival:

Durga puja is one of the most prominent events at the Mahishamardini temple. During Navratri, Goddess Mahishasurmardini is lavishly worshipped. During Navaratri, Goddess is worshipped in a different avatar for nine days. In April, a four-day Theerth yatra is held, with participants from all over the world.

Significance Of Temple:

Hindus refer to the Goddess as "Karavipur devi," and Muslims refer to her as "Nani." This location is well-known for treating poison-related diseases such as snake bites. Devotees also visit this temple for the fulfilment of health and marriage.

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Other Places To Visit:

1.Gadani beach:

Gadani Beach is an Arabian Sea beach in Balochistan, Pakistan, near the Hub River and Cape Monze. Gadani shipbreaking yard Gadani Beach is home to the Gadani ship-breaking yard, one of the largest in the world.

2.Princess of Hope:

The Princess of Hope is a natural rock structure that resembles a princess gazing into the distance, located approximately 190 kilometres (120 miles) from Karachi's commercial district. The entire area consists of mud and rock mountains and gorges.

3.Balochistan Sphinx:

The Balochistan Sphinx, also known as the Pakistani Sphinx, is a natural rock formation that resembles a sphinx. It is shaped like a sphinx. It is a natural granite feature near Lasbela, Pakistan's Balochistan area. It is located in Hingol National Park, along the Makran Coastal Highway.

4.Kot Bala:

It is an archaeological site with great significance due to its proximity to the Arabian Sea.

5.Bara Bagh Cemetery:

The Bara Bagh Cemetery in Lasbela is a historic cemetery belonging to the Jams of Lasbela in the Lasbela princely kingdom, with over a hundred tombs.

6.Golden Beach Kund Malir:

Kund Malir is a beautiful beach near the road. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Temple Timing: 6:00 AM- 10 PM

How To Reach:

There are several ways to reach Shivaharkaray Shakti Peeth, and the routes are given below:

1.By Road:

Road transportation is just as good as other modes of transportation. If individuals desire to visit this sacred spot, they can do so much more easily and quickly from Gujarat.