Shri Yogmaya Mandir - श्री योगमाया मंदिर

Yogamaya Temple, also known as Jogmaya Temple, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to the Devi Yogamaya. Yogmaya Temple is one of the unique temples in Delhi located in Mehrauli. Devi Yogamaya was the sister of Sri Krishna. This temple is also attributed to the illusory power of god also known as maya. It is the only living temple that has been in use since before the Sultanate.

Siddhapeeth, Shaktipeeth, Gyanpeeth and Jyotipeeth Shri Yogmaya Temple are looked after by the 16th generation of the same family of Vatsa Gotra. Tomar Rajputs consider Maa Yogamaya as their family deity. In different areas, Maa Yogmaya is worshiped in the form of Sarud (Sarang) in Toravati, Yogeshwari, Chillay/Chillay Mata, Patan. Tomar Rajputs must visit this temple of Kuldevi during their lifetime and have darshan of Mata.

Shri Yogmaya Mandir Architecture
In 12th-century Jain scriptures, Mehrauli place is also mentioned as Yoginipura, after the temple. The temple is believed to be built by the Pandavas, at the end of Mahabharata war. The temple has its association with Mughal Emperor Akbar II (1806–37) by Lala Sethmal. The temple is also known as one of the five temples from the time of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. According to the local priest, it is one of the 27 temples destroyed by the Ghazni and later the Mamluks.

The temple lies 260 yards from the Iron Pillar in the Qutb complex, and within the Lal Kot walls, the first fortress citadel of Delhi, constructed by the Tomar/Tanwar Rajput King Anangpal I around AD 731 and expanded by King AnangPal II in the 11th century who also constructed LAL KOT.

When to Visit Shri Yogmaya Mandir
The Yogmaya Temple is open throughout the year, though it’s always more pleasant to visit New Delhi attractions during the cooler winter months. If you happen to be in town during the hottest months of May and June, you may wish to visit early in the day or around sunset, just before the temple closes for daily aarti prayer ceremonies.

Prime Festival in Shri Yogmaya Mandir
Including Diwali and Navratri The annual Phoolwalon-ki-sair Festival (Festival of flower-sellers), which commences from the dargah of Sufi saint, Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki also in Mehrauli, every autumn (Oct-Nov). First started in 1812, the festival has today, become an important inter-faith festivals of Delhi, and includes offering a floral punkah to the deity at the Yogmaya temple.

How to reach Shri Yogmaya Mandir
The Yogmaya Mandir is located in the South Delhi village of Mehrauli, due east of the Qutub Minar. The nearest metro station is at Saket, but it's still around a half-hour walk away, and it's generally easier to visit this temple by taxi or Auto. The temple complex is a walking distance from the Mehrauli Bus Terminal.

Things to Know Before You Visit Shri Yogmaya Mandir
❀ Have darshan of all Navdurga under one roof.
❀ Make sure to wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees out of respect for local tradition.
❀ It’s customary, but not required, to leave a small donation at temples, so bring some change.