Manikeshwari Temple is located in
Kalahandi district of
Orissa. The temple is located to the south of
Bhawanipatna. The main deity here is Goddess Manikeshwari. The main devotees are from the fishermen community.
During Dussehra festival, animal sacrifice is offered at this temple. A film is also documented showing the ritual of animal sacrifice, before Goddess Manikeshwari. Karlapat, which is famous for its charming wild life, is near the temple.
