1200-Year-Old Mystery Unfolds: Korba Temple Houses Three Deities Together

• The 1200-year-old Shiva temple in Pali, Korba, built in the 9th century by Banvanshi King Vikramaditya, reveals a unique spiritual mystery on Mahashivratri.
• Uniquely, this temple houses three lingams—Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh—in its sanctum sanctorum, a deviation from the usual single Shivling rule.
• The temple showcases architectural styles from two ruling dynasties, Banvanshi and Kalachuri, with carvings comparable to Abu Hills and Khajuraho.
• Experts suggest the three lingams were consolidated after two similar temples were destroyed during ancient warfare.
• The annual Pali Mahotsav, held on Mahashivratri, features bhajan-kirtan, dance, and a craft exhibition, attracting visitors and promoting local artisans.