History
Maa Durga Temple, popularly known as The Monkey Temple, was built in the 18th century by a bengali queen. The Idol Of Maa Durga is believed to be Swayambhu (self-manifested), not installed by human hands. The Temple is an important center of Maa Durga worship, especially during Navratri, when thousands of devotees gather to seek Her Blessings.
Location
The Temple is situated on the banks of river Ganga, near Durga Kund, in varanasi, uttar pradesh.
How To Reach
- By air: the nearest airport is lal bahadur shastri international airport, located about 25 km from the Temple.
- By rail: varanasi junction and manduadih railway station are the closest railheads, about 5–6 km away.
- By road: The Temple is well connected by road. Auto-rickshaws, taxis, and local buses are available from any part of varanasi to reach Maa Durga Temple easily.