Savitri Mata Temple

Savitri Mata Temple is a prominent Hindu pilgrimage site located atop Ratnagiri Hill in Pushkar, Rajasthan. Dedicated to Goddess Savitri, the first wife of Lord Brahma, it offers panoramic views of Pushkar Lake and the surrounding Aravalli hills. The temple is accessible via a steep flight of steps or a modern ropeway, making it a significant spiritual and scenic destination for visitors.

Visitors can expect a spiritually enriching experience combined with breathtaking panoramic views of Pushkar town and lake from the hilltop location. The visit involves either a strenuous climb of approximately 970 to 1100 steps or a scenic 6-10 minute ropeway ride. The temple complex houses idols of Goddess Savitri and Gayatri, providing a peaceful environment for prayer and reflection amidst the natural landscape.

According to legend, the temple's existence is linked to Lord Brahma's yagna at Pushkar. When his wife Savitri was delayed, Brahma married Gayatri to complete the ritual. Enraged, Savitri cursed Brahma that he would not be worshipped widely, resulting in Pushkar having the only Brahma temple in the world, while Savitri established her own separate abode on Ratnagiri Hill.

The temple holds immense religious significance for Hindus, particularly as the consort of Lord Brahma. It is considered essential to visit Savitri Mata after paying respects at the Brahma Temple to complete the pilgrimage in Pushkar.