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{{Infobox Hindu temple<br />
|name=Modheshwari Mata Temple<br />
|image=File:Modheshwari Temple, Modhera (63415).jpg<br />
|caption=Main entrance of the temple<br />
|map_type=India Gujarat#India<br />
|map_caption=Location in Gujarat, India<br />
|coordinates={{coord|23.5834|72.1454|type:landmark_region:IN|display=inline,title}}<br />
|deity=[[Modheshwari]]<br />
|district=[[Mehsana]]<br />
|state=[[Gujarat]]<br />
|country=[[India]]<br />
|architecture_style=Solanki<br />
|creator=King Bhima I<br />
|year_completed=1026-1027 CE<br />
|native_name=મોઢેશ્વરી માતાજી<br />
|native_name_lang=GU<br />
|location=[[Modhera]]}}<br />
'''Modheshwari Mata Temple''' is an ancient Hindu temple located in [[Modhera]] village of Mehsana district in Gujarat, India. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu mother-goddess [[Modheshwari]] Mata, an aspect of the divine feminine [[Shakti]]. It was built around 1026-1027 CE during the reign of the Solanki dynasty king [[Bhima I]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Modheshwari Mata Temple - An Ancient Temple of Gujarat |url=https://www.goldentriangletour.com/en/tourist-attractions/india/gujarat/mahesana/modheshwari-mata-temple-gujarat.html |access-date=2024-03-29 |website=www.goldentriangletour.com}}</ref><br />
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== Legend ==<br />
According to Hindu mythology, the temple is associated with the legend of the demon Karnat, who was causing havoc in the village. Seeking protection, the saints prayed to the goddess [[Parvati]], who then manifested as Modheshwari Mata. With her eighteen arms wielding various weapons, she defeated the demon and protected the villagers.<ref>{{Cite web |title=SHRI MODHESHWARI MATA MANDIR NAVRATRI MAHOTSAV, MEHSANA |url=https://utsav.gov.in/view-event/shri-modheshwari-mata-mandir-navratri-mahotsav-mehsana-1 |access-date=2024-03-29 |website=utsav.gov.in |language=en}}</ref><br />
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== Worship and rituals ==<br />
The temple is revered as the clan deity of the Modh community, consisting of [[Brahmin]], [[Vaishya]], [[Kshatriya]], and [[Patidar]]. Special poojas and rituals are organized during Chaitra Navaratri and on the Purnima of every month. The temple opens at 07:00 AM and closes at 07:30 PM.<br />
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== Architecture and location ==<br />
[[File:Modheshwari Temple, Modhera (36336).jpg|thumb|Interiors of the temple|left]]<br />
The temple complex features exquisite stone carvings and sculptures, showcasing the Solanki style of architecture. It is situated near the ruins of the famous [[Sun Temple, Modhera|Sun Temple in Modhera]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Team |first=GanpatiSevak |date=2023-02-02 |title=Modheshwari Mata Temple Modhera: Aarti, Timings, History, HD Photos, Mantra, Chalisa |url=https://ganpatisevak.in/modheshwari-mata-temple-aarti-timings-history-photos/ |access-date=2024-03-29 |website=Ganpati Sevak |language=en-US}}</ref><br />
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== Tourism ==<br />
The Modheshwari Mata Temple is a significant tourist attraction in Modhera and is located 25&nbsp;km from Mehsana. Besides the temple in Modhera, there are notable temples dedicated to the deity in various cities across Gujarat.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Shree Modheshwari Mata Temple {{!}} श्री मोधेश्वरी माता मंदिर {{!}} Modhera Gujarat {{!}} About, Aarti, Timings, History, How to Reach |url=https://www.bhaktibharat.com/en/mandir/shree-modheshwari-mata-temple |access-date=2024-03-29 |website=BhaktiBharat.com |language=en}}</ref><br />
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== Deities worshiped ==<br />
Devi Modheshwari is depicted with eighteen arms, each holding various weapons symbolizing protection. The temple also houses an ancient temple dedicated to Bhagwan Surya (Sun God), now in ruins.<br />
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== Facilities ==<br />
The temple premises are well-maintained, offering a peaceful environment for worship. Ample parking facilities and a restaurant are available for visitors' convenience.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[Sun Temple, Modhera]]<br />
* [[Solanki architecture]]<br />
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