Icchadevi Mandir

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This is the Gram Devata Of Icchapur and near by geam's. Ichchha Devi Temple, a famous shrine dedicated to Goddess Ichchha Devi, is a major attraction at this village. Asirgarh Fort and a 10th century Lord Shiva temple at Asirgarh and Omkareshwar can be visited.Ichchha Devi Temple is situated at Ichchhapur village approx. 23 Kms from Burhanpur on Burhanpur- Edlabad main road and dedicated to the Ichchha Devi. The story goes that a Maratha Governor made a vow to the Goddess Ichchha Devi (Ful-filler of desires) that if he got a son he would build a well and a temple for the Goddess. When his desire was fulfilled, he built a well and a temple. An annual fair attended by thousands of persons is held there in Chaitra Maas (First month of Hindu Calendar).
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Coordinates:   21°8'33"N   76°9'32"E

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