Maa Sheetla Devi Mandir
Sheetala Devi Temple is situated in Mehandiganj
Mohalla at Lucknow. It is one of the oldest and well-known Hindu temples,
dedicated to Goddess Sheetala. The moment we step in inside the main temple
complex, a big statue of Lion has been placed and tw lions on either side of
the door. Raja Tikait Rai who was famous as-Diwan of Nawab re-built the temple
and constructed a Pond named- Tikait Rai ka Talab’ nearby. This magnificent
Goddess Temple was destroyed many times by intruders and after that a
distinguished buisnessman established a beateous idol of Goddess- Sheetala in
the temple area. Many festivals are commemorated in the temple to pay homage to
Goddess such as- Navratri, Holi and a special type of Mela- Aathon Ka Mela of
Lucknow is observed every year. Devotees also visit this very famous Temple to
get blessings of Goddess in abundance.
