Maa Balakumari Temple

Perched atop the scenic Kerandimala hill in Chikiti, Ganjam, the Maa Balakumari Temple is a revered Shakti shrine believed to have been built during the Bhaumakara Dynasty. Dedicated to Goddess Balakumari, the temple has been a center of faith and pilgrimage for centuries. To reach the shrine, devotees and visitors undertake a climb of 1,240 steps, a journey rewarded with a profound sense of spiritual fulfilment and sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. Blending history, devotion, and natural beauty, the temple offers a truly enriching experience for pilgrims and travellers alike.