Architecture that will astound you

Centuries ago, skilled artisans meticulously built the sacred temple using a technique that relied solely on interlocking stones without the use of any binding materials like cement. As you approach the temple, you will see the imposing sandstone walls rise majestically, adorned with intricate bas-reliefs that weave tales of mythology and spirituality. Each detail, meticulously carved by master craftsmen, portrays a pantheon of deities. Such is the clarity that with every glance, you are transported into a world where the boundaries between the mortal and the divine blur, and the stories of gods and goddesses unfold in vivid hues before your eyes.

Meeting the goddess

Behold the crown jewel of the Deori Temple—the awe-inspiring 700-year-old idol of Goddess Deori, a radiant manifestation of the divine Goddess Kali herself, stands three feet tall. Yet, it is not merely the age or stature of this sacred statue that captivates, but the mesmerizing sixteen arms, a rarity among traditional depictions which typically showcase eight or ten arms.

As you gaze upon the goddess, adorned in resplendent gold jewellery, wielding a bow, shield, and delicate flowers with graceful precision, you cannot help but be drawn into the mystical allure of her presence. Locals affectionately refer to this sacred sanctuary as the Solahbhuji Temple, a homage to the sixteen arms that grace the divine.

This is where you will witness an intriguing ritual unfold—the tying of yellow and red sacred threads onto bamboo structures, a symbolic gesture of earnest prayers and heartfelt desires. With each knot tied, devotees imbue their hopes and aspirations into the fibres, seeking divine intervention and blessings. And when their wishes are granted, they return once more to ceremoniously untie the threads, offering gratitude for the miracles bestowed upon them.