Shabari Temple

Shabari Temple is a Hindu temple located in the pilgrim town of Shivrinarayan in Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, at the Triveni Sangam of Mahanadi, Shivnath and Jonk rivers. It is dedicated to Shabari, the devotee from the Ramayana who offered berries to Lord Rama. The temple is part of the Ram Van Gaman tourism circuit and is notable for its religious association, simple shrine architecture and proximity to the ancient Narayan Temple complex.

Visitors can expect a small, peaceful temple complex dedicated to Shabari with an idol depicting her offering berries to Lord Rama. The temple is located within the town of Shivrinarayan near the river confluence, surrounded by other historic temples and ghats. The setting is quiet and devotional, with pilgrims performing darshan, offering prayers, and exploring the nearby Narayan Temple and Sangam area. Basic shops for offerings and prasad are available outside.

Shivrinarayan is an ancient town with temples dating to the 11th century and is traditionally identified as the place where Shabari, the ascetic devotee, met Lord Rama during his exile and offered him jujube berries after tasting them. The Shabari Temple commemorates this Ramayana episode. The town has long been a centre of Vaishnavite pilgrimage and is included in the Ram Van Gaman Path.

The temple holds deep religious significance for Hindus as a symbol of devotion and humility exemplified by Shabari. It is an important stop for pilgrims on the Ramayana circuit in Chhattisgarh and attracts devotees especially during Ram Navami and other festivals. The site reflects the living Vaishnavite traditions of the region and its connection to the Triveni Sangam rituals.