The Divine Power of Goddess Tripura Sundari

Unveiling Matabari: The Legend and Sacred Heritage of the Tripura Sundari Temple

Perched atop a tortoise-shaped hillock in the ancient city of Udaipur, Tripura, Mata Tripura Sundari Temple—locally known as Matabari—stands as one of the sacred 51 Shaktipeeths of Hindu mythology. Built in 1501 AD by Maharaja Dhanya Manikya following a divine vision, this iconic shrine marks the spot where Goddess Sati’s right foot is believed to have fallen. Revered for its unique Bengali Ek-ratna architecture, the sacred black stone idols of Soroshi and Chhotoma, and the ancient turtle sanctuary of Kalyan Sagar lake, Matabari remains the spiritual beating heart of Northeast India.