Beri Wali Mata

Beri Wali Mata, also known as Mata Bhimeshwari Devi Temple, Beri, dates back to the Mahabharata period. It is believed that Bhima, one of the Pandavas, was taking his Kuldevi to the battle of Kurukshetra. On the way, at Beri, he alighted the Devi to rest and she got enshrined there. Later, Gandhari, wife of Dhritarashtra, built a temple for the Devi here.Details of the story:Bhim and Kuldevi:Before the Mahabharata war, Lord Krishna asked Bhima to take his Kuldevi to Kurukshetra and seek blessings from her.Installation at Beri:Bhim was bringing the Devi from Hinglaj Temple (Pakistan). At Beri, he alighted the Devi to relieve herself and the Devi got enshrined there.Gandhari Temple:Gandhari, who was saddened by the death of her sons, built a temple for the Devi here.Name of the Goddess:The Goddess was named Bhimeshwari because Bhima had installed her idol.Belief:The temple of Mata Bhimeshwari Devi is very famous in Beri and devotees from far and wide come here with their wishes