Maa Sarala Temple

Maa Sarala Temple is located in the historic village of Jhankad within the Jagatsinghpur district of Odisha, the revered Maa Sarala Temple stands as one of the India's most spiritually vibrant Shakti shrines. The temple houses Goddess Sarala, a unique deity who beautifully synthesizes the attributes of Maa Durga and Maa Saraswati, holding a book of wisdom in one hand and a sword of power in the other. Rich in cultural history, this sacred site is celebrated as the spiritual birthplace of Odia literature, where the 15th-century poet Sarala Dasa was divinely inspired to compose the monumental Odia Mahabharata. Throughout the year, thousands of devotees and travelers came here to experience its mystical energy, especially during famous festivals like Maha Vishuba Sankranti (the Odia New Year), Durga Puja and the vibrant Chandan Yatra, making it a cornerstone of Odisha's religious tourism.