Chintang Devi temple | |
Map Type: | Nepal |
Coordinates: | 26.955°N 87.2041°W |
Map Size: | 250 |
Native Name: | छिन्ताङ देवी(ठिगुमहाङमा) |
Country: | Nepal |
District: | Dhankuta District |
Chintang Devi temple (छिन्ताङ देवी/ठिगुमहाङमा) is a Kirati and Hindu temple located in Dhankuta, Nepal. The temple is en route to the ancient pilgrimage site of Barahakshetra at the confluence of the Saptakoshi River.[1] The temple is also known by the name of Jalpadevi Temple.[2] The temple derives its name from Chintang, one of the seven daughter of Budhahang. Any women after mensuration (generally 10 years or older) are not allowed to enter the temple. [3]
A festival is organized in the full moon of Baisakh in the temple.
A kirat priest looks after the temple.[4]