Maa Sharda Temple, Maihar

Maihar is a town with municipality in Maihar districtin the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Maihar is known for the temple of the revered mother goddess Sharda situated onTrikuta

Maa Sharda Devi Temple: Maihar is known for the Maa Sharda devi temple (around of 502 A.D.), situated at the top of Trikoota hill which is around 5 km from the railway station. There are 1,063 steps to reach the top of the hill. Along with stairs, there is ropeway for convenience of the pilgrims developed government authorities.

Gola Math Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This east facing Pancharathi temple is built in Nagara style and has been built during Kalchuri period (10th – 11th century A.D.). It is said that this temple was built in one fortnight only.

Origin of the name

1. It is said that when lord Shivawas carrying the body of the dead mother goddess (Maiin Hindi)Sati, her necklace (harin Hindi) fell at this place and hence the name "Maihar" (Maihar =Mai+Har, meaning the "necklace of mother").there is also one fact about Maihar, that related to famous Warriors Alha and his brother Udal.