| Mayakka Devi Temple | |
| Map Size: | 250 |
| Country: | India |
| State: | Karnataka |
| District: | Belagavi |
| Locale: | Chinchali, Raybag taluk |
| Website: | http://www.chinchalimayakkadevi.com/ |
Mayakka Temple is a temple of Hindu worshiped goddess Mayakka Devi, who is worshipped by the different names such as Mahakali, Mhakubai, Mayavva etc.[1] The temple is situated in Chinchali village of Raybag taluk in Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.[2]
As per the records of 1881 year, it is said that the goddess Mayakka Devi hail from Maanadesh (Atpadi taluka and nearby from Sangli district of Maharshtra)]]. The legend is that she came here chasing two demons named kila and Kattai and killed them at this place and settled here after that.[1]
A fair is held yearly at the temple in the month of February and usually runs for a month. It includes chariot pulling,[3] various sports competitions like bull race and several recreational events like circus, popular dramas and music concerts.[2]
The temple trust was formed in the year 1998.[1]