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Bagnath Temple
- Bageshwar,Uttarakhand
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Overview
Bagnath Temple is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated in the Bageshwar city at the confluence of Saryu and Gomati Rivers. Bagnath Temple is festooned with bells of all sizes and features impressive carvings. It is the most famous Temple in Bageshwar District. It is flooded with devotees on the occasion of Shivratri. The city of Bageshwar gets its name from this Temple.
Legend and Stories
According to Hindu Legend, Sage Markandeya worshipped Lord Shiva here. Lord Shiva blessed sage Markandeya by visiting here in the form of a Tiger. Though some sources state The existence of Bagnath temple since 7th Century, he present building in nagara style was built in 1450 by Chand ruler, Laxmi Chand. The various statues in the temple date back from 7th century AD to 16th century AD. The significance of the temple finds mention in the Skanda Purana. Hindu Pilgrims file in throughout the year to worship here. A water police post was opened in the premises of the temple on 19 September 2016for patrolling and prevention of water crimes in the city.
How To Reach Bageshwar
The nearest airport to this place is located in Dehradun. The nearest railhead to this place is located in Kathgodam town, which has direct trains from different parts of the city. Bageshwar is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Garhwal and Kumaon region of Uttarakhand state.
Temple Address
Bagnath Temple,
Bageshwar district,
Uttarakhand.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- For relief from sorrows
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
The temple is open from 6AM to 9PM.