Koleshwari mountain: This is a beautiful sight of foreigners not Chata. It is situated on the banks of the river Niranjana in Jharkhand's Chatra district, Kauleshwari Mountains. Spread over 40.14 acres of Hunterganj Block, this area can be included in Jharkhand's most beautiful hill station.





This mountain, which has been recognized as an international tourist destination, is considered to be a confluence of Hindu, Jain and Buddhist religions. On the occasion of Navratri, the faith of the people of the entire area arises here. Every year there are a large number of tourists from countries like China, Burma, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Taiwan etc. The natural beauty of this mountain, 1575 feet high above the ground floor is amazing. In the middle of the lush green theme of the mountain, Mother Koleeshwari Temple, Shiv Mandir, Jain Temple and Buddhist site are located. The natural beauty of the three lakes and ponds surrounded by them presents a spectacular view.
The name Siddhpith is marked as Kauleshwari - Kauleshvari Sidhpith. This is mentioned in Durga Saptashati. It has been said - Kula Raktee Kuleshwari. That means Kuleswari, who protects Kool, Legend has it that Sriram, Laxman Sita had spent time here in the exile. It is also believed that Kunti had spent the period of ignorance with his five sons here. It is also said that Arjun's son Abhimanyu was married to Matthi Raj's daughter Uttara.Who wrote in the context of Kauleshwari ?
  • The earliest British officer, Sir William Hunter, got the attention of the temples and idols of Koleshwari Mountain. They mentioned this in the District Gazetteer.
  • In the year 1900, another officer JM Stain also came to the crusher Mountain. He also described the statues and their characteristics located on the mountain in his travelogue.
  • In a survey report published in 1914, the temple's historicity-mythology was mentioned.

  • The way to reach the hills of Koleshwari


    • 22 km north east of the district headquarters Chata (Zori Paksha turning)

    • 44 km south east of Bodh Gaya (via Dobhi-Huntingganj)> 23 km south east from NH-2 (Dobhi, Gaya)

    • 8 km east from NH-99 (Hunterganj)

    • International Airport is 45 km south of Gaya

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