Vimala Devi Shakti Peetha
Vimala is a Shakti Peetha located in Puri, Odisha, India, where navel region of Devi Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding goddess is Vimala and the Bhairava is Jagannath Bhairava.
Jagannath Bhairava • Navel Region • Puri, Odisha • India
Last verified by Sanjeet Kumar on 2026-04-28 • Reviewed by Pandit Review Desk
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Quick facts
- Devi
- Vimala
- Bhairava
- Jagannath Bhairava
- Body part
- Navel Region
- Location
- Puri, Odisha, India
- Darshan
- 05:30 - 21:00
- Last verified
- 2026-04-28
Legend and significance
Vimala is revered in Shakta traditions as a sacred seat connected with the navel region of Devi Sati. Pilgrims visit Puri for darshan, sankalp prayers, and regional Devi observances that remain active through annual festival cycles.
This spoke is prepared for practical yatra use with route-oriented guidance, on-ground timing cues, and cluster links to nearby Shakti destinations.
Vimala in Puri is mapped as a high-intent Shakti stop for pilgrims planning state and cross-border yatra clusters.
Location and how to reach
- Nearest airport: Puri nearest commercial airport
- Nearest railway: Puri regional railhead
- From Puri: 15 km (30-60 minutes)
- Local taxis, autos, and pilgrim buses are usually available; confirm last-mile options before departure.
Darshan timings
05:30 - 21:00. Aarti windows and festival crowds may affect queue times.
Dress code: Modest traditional attire is recommended for darshan. • Entry fee: General darshan is usually free; special puja counters may have temple-set charges.
VIP darshan: Available (Temple policy varies by day and festival window.)
Festivals
Vimala annual utsav
Major seasonal worship period for Vimala devotees in the Puri pilgrimage corridor.
Current year: Navratri windows 2026 (local panchang confirmation advised)
Festival started 84 days ago.
Where to stay
Stay options range from budget dharamshalas to city hotels near Puri. Confirm seasonal pricing before peak festival dates.
Nearby Peethas
- Bhubaneshwari
Bhubaneswar, Odisha • approx 50 km
- Kalighat Kali
Kolkata, West Bengal • approx 399 km
- Bhavatarini Kali (Dakshineswar)
Kolkata, West Bengal • approx 411 km
Plan your visit
Use Daanyam for sankalp-based seva planning, donation pathways, and guided yatra combinations.
FAQs
What is the best time to visit Vimala?
Early morning darshan and non-peak weekdays are usually easier for families and elders.
Can Vimala be combined with nearby Shakti shrines?
Yes. This page links nearby clusters to help plan same-state or multi-day circuits.
Are festival dates fixed every year?
Festival windows follow annual panchang calculations, so verify exact dates before travel.
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