Maa Chandrika Devi

Chandrika Devi Temple is situated on the bank of river Gomti at north-west of National Highway No.24 (Lucknow-Sitapur Road) in Kathvara village, near Lucknow City, UP,India. This 300 years old temple is well known for the deity Chandrika Devi - a form of Goddess Durga. Located in a natural environment encircled by river Gomti at north,west and south side, it is around 28 Kms. away from the main city of Lucknow. This place and nearby areas have relevance and religious significance since the time of the Ramayana. It is also called Mahi Sagar Teerth. There is mention of this temple in Skand and Karma Puran -the holy books.