Sharada Peeth
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A Shakti Peetha at Sharda, Neelum valley, Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK), where Sati's right hand is said to have fallen. The Goddess is worshipped here as Sharada.
| Location | Sharda, Neelum valley, Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) |
|---|---|
| State/UT or country | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Faith | Hindu |
| Deity | The Goddess (Shakti) as Sharada |
| Part of Sati said to have fallen here | right hand |
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An ancient seat of learning near the Line of Control, under Pakistan's illegal occupation. A Sharada temple was consecrated at Teetwal in Kupwara district in 2023 so devotees can pray facing it.
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