Yogmaya Temple, Delhi

Yogmaya or Jogmaya temple is located near Qutb complex in New Delhi. Yogmaya is the sister of Lord Krishna and she is the main deity of this temple. It is believed that the temple was built by the Pandavas after they won the Krukshethra war. It was renovated for the first time by Lala Sethmal during the period of Akbar II.

Yogmaya temple is located within the walls of Lal Kot, which is the first fortress castle of Delhi. The temple houses the idol of Yogmaya made of black stone. A well made of marble wall encircles the idol. The sanctum has a flat roof over which the shikara is found. Within the temple zone, twenty two towers can be seen. They were built by Sood mal, a builder. The floor was originally made of red stone, but it was later restored to marble.

Phool Walon Ki Sair is the most important festival held in Delhi. Yogmaya temple plays a significant role in this festival. Flower sellers offer a floral punkah to Yogmaya during the celebrations. It is believed that Yogmaya saved Mirza Jahangir, son of Akbar II. The queen promised the goddess that flower pankhas will be offered to her to express their gratitude.