Giridih: Harihar Dham Temple, a major religious site of Jharkhand, attracts devotees from far and wide due to its unique structure and beliefs. This temple is famous for one of the tallest Shivalingas in India, which is 65 feet in height. Lakhs of Shiva devotees come here every year, especially in the month of Sawan, when special worship and snake fair is organized in this temple.
History and construction of Harihar Dham
The construction of Harihar Dham temple, located in the forests of Bagodar block in the north-east of Giridih district, started in 1980. The foundation of this Shiva temple was laid by a scholar, Amarnath Mukhopadhyay. It is said that Amarnath ji had given up worldly life and stayed at this place while traveling on foot. He was attracted by the natural beauty and peace of this place, after which he resolved to establish a temple here. This temple came into existence with the help of local people and it took about 30 years.
The temple complex is spread over 25 acres, in which apart from Lord Shiva, idols of other gods and goddesses including Mother Parvati, Lord Ganesha, Radha-Krishna are also installed.
Characteristics of Shivalinga
The most special thing about this Shiva temple of Harihar Dham is the 65 feet high Shivalinga located here, which makes it one of the tallest Shivalingas in India. Devotees come here to see and worship this unique Shivalinga. Temple administration member Bhim Prasad Yadav told Local 18 that a sanctum sanctorum has been built below the Shivalinga, where there is another attractive Shivalinga, which is worshiped regularly by devotees.
The construction of the temple took about three decades, and later the local villagers took up the work of renovating the temple.
Special events and snake fair in Sawan
The month of Sawan has special significance in Harihar Dham. During this holy month, a large number of Shiva devotees come here and special pujas are performed. Along with this, a snake fair is also organized here on the occasion of Sawan Purnima, which is another specialty of this temple. This fair is very popular among Shiva devotees and people come from far and wide to see it.
temple visit timings
Harihar Dham temple is open for devotees daily from 5 am to 8 pm. During this time, devotees can visit the sanctum sanctorum and have darshan of Shivalinga and offer prayers. The peaceful atmosphere and spiritual atmosphere here gives people a feeling of mental peace and faith.
Religious importance of the temple
Harihar Dham is famous not only for its unique structure but also for its religious importance. Shiva devotees believe that by worshiping here all the wishes are fulfilled and one gets the blessings of Lord Shiva. Hundreds of devotees visit the temple every day, and on special occasions this number reaches thousands.
conclusion
Harihar Dham Temple, a major religious place in Giridih district, attracts devotees from across the country due to its unique 65 feet high Shivalinga structure and deep religious significance. Along with special events, a snake fair is also organized here in the month of Sawan, which makes it even more special. If you are a devotee of Lord Shiva or fond of visiting religious places, then Harihar Dham Temple is an ideal place for you.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: October 12, 2024, 13:52 IST
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