Angarmoti Temple

Angarmoti Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Gangrel village in Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, on the banks of the Mahanadi River near the Gangrel Dam (Ravishankar Sagar Reservoir). Dedicated to Goddess Angarmoti, an incarnation of Mahishasuramardini, the temple is noted for its stone architecture and historical ruins dating to around the 11th century. It is a significant religious and archaeological site surrounded by reservoir waters and forested landscape.

Visitors can expect a small ancient stone temple complex situated close to the Mahanadi River and the vast Gangrel Reservoir. The site features weathered stone structures, carved pillars and idols, and open surroundings with water and forest views. Access may involve walking over uneven ground near the reservoir. The atmosphere is quiet and rural, primarily visited for worship, sightseeing and photography of the historic ruins and scenic waterscape.

Angarmoti Temple is believed to date to around the 11th century and is associated with the Kalchuri period. Constructed in stone, it exhibits early medieval temple architecture with carved pillars and images of deities. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Angarmoti, worshipped as a form of Mahishasuramardini, and represents the historical religious heritage of the Dhamtari region.

The temple is a revered local shrine dedicated to Goddess Angarmoti and holds religious importance for surrounding villages. It is visited by devotees for worship and during traditional festivals, reflecting the folk and Shakti worship traditions of Chhattisgarh.