Chintang Devi temple
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DistrictDhankuta District
CountryNepal
| Chintang Devi temple | |
|---|---|
छिन्ताङ देवी(ठिगुमहाङमा) | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Dhankuta District |
| Location | |
| Country | Nepal |
  Location in Nepal | |
 | |
| Geographic coordinates | 26°57′18″N 87°12′15″E / 26.9550°N 87.2041°E |
Chintang Devi temple (छिन्ताङ देवी/ठिगुमहाङमा) is a Kirati and Hindu temple located in Dhankuta, Nepal. The temple is en route to the ancient pilgrimage site of Barahakshetra at the confluence of the Saptakoshi River.[1] The temple is also known by the name of Jalpadevi Temple.[2] The temple derives its name from Chintang, one of the seven daughter of Budhahang. Any women after mensuration (generally 10 years or older) are not allowed to enter the temple. [3]
A festival is organized in the full moon of Baisakh in the temple.
