*Built in 1890, the Dashanan Temple is only accessible once a year on the occasion of Dussehra*
Kanpur: In a unique celebration of Dussehra, the ‘Dashanan Temple’ dedicated to Ravana will open its doors on Saturday, welcoming hundreds of devotees for a rare worship ceremony.
This ancient temple, located in Prayag Narayan Shivala, is only accessible once a year on the occasion of Dussehra, which commemorates the triumph of good over evil.
Built 134 years ago in 1890 by Maharaj Jaiprakash Shukla, the Dashanan Temple holds a special significance for the local community. On this day, the temple is adorned and cleaned in preparation for the festivities, with devotees arriving early in the morning to partake in the rituals.
Participants will have the opportunity to pay their respects to Lankapati Ravana, seeking blessings for happiness, prosperity, and family welfare.
As part of the tradition, devotees offer prasad and flowers, and aarti is performed in honor of Ravana.
It is believed that a visit to the temple brings blessings to families and children. The temple will close its doors after the rituals today, ahead of the evening’s ceremonial burning of Ravana’s effigy, marking the conclusion of the Dussehra festivities until next year.
This year’s celebration promises to draw large crowds, as the unique opportunity to worship Ravana only occurs once annually.
