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Bheethargaon Temple
- Kanpur,Uttar Pradesh
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Overview
Bheethargaon temple is one of the oldest temples in the outskirts of Kanpur district of Uttar Pradesh state. Basically this temple is an example of brick art of ancient era and not seems to be dedicated to any of the Hindu Gods. Nevertheless, some of the idols show that Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and some more gods were worshipped in this temple. This temple is located at 16 kilometres from Kanpur city and connected through national highway. Though, this village and nearby places have some more historical ruins but Bheethargaon temple has some special importance due to its constructional style.
About the Temple
Architecture of this temple is amazing. Presently, the hood type looking shrine is a bricked temple. The temple has thick walls constructed with an Ardha Mandap (hall) over it. Terracotta has special inclusion in the construction. This material was used in construction of side walls except entrance gate. Some time ago Ardha Mandap existed but has been damaged and now has fallen. Upper floor of the temple is now not accessible as the same is badly damaged. Double layered terrace with pillars supporting the wall show the architectural brilliance of the period when it was built.
Legend and Stories
This temple is considered to be built in the period of Gupta rule. This is presently the oldest temple still remaining with the tower and a roof. The upper portion of the temple fell during 18th century AD.
Festivals
No festival is celebrated here as the temple is abandoned.
Accessibility
Airport
Kanpur is the nearest airport located at 16 kilometres from this place.
Railways
Kanpur Central is the nearest railway station to reach this place by rail. Location of the station is 11 kilometres from this temple.
Road
Road connectivity from other cities is good. Various state and national highways are linked with the city. The temple is located at 12.5 kilometres from Kanpur city. Buses and auto rickshaws are the best ways to reach the temple.
Temple Address
Bheethargaon Temple,
Kanpur,
Bheethargaon,
Uttar Pradesh
Pin code - 209214
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Fame
- Freedom from diseases
- Wealth
- Courage
- Relief from adverse effects from bad planetary aspects
- Relief from bondage
Shlokas
Achutham Keyshavam Rama Narayanam Krishna Damodaram Vasudevam Harim Shridharam Madhavam Gopika Vallabham Janaki Nayakam Ramachandram Bhajey
Meaning -Oh Lord who cannot be perished, who also has names like Keshava, Rama, Damodara, Narayana, Sridhara, Madhava, Krishna, Ramachandra the beloved of Janaki, let me say your name regularly.
Vasudeva Sutham Devam Kamsa Chanoora Mardhanam Devaki Paramanandham Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum
Meaning -I bow to you O Krishna, the ultimate guru, Devaki and Vasudeva's son, and the destroyer of Kamsa and Chanur.
Adharam Madhuram Vadanam Madhuram Nayanam Madhuram Hasitam Madhuram Hridayam Madhuram Gamanam Madhuram Mathuraa Dhipate Rakhilam Madhuram
Meaning -Meaning - Sweet are Your lips, sweet is Your face, sweet are Your eyes, sweet is Your smile, sweet is Your heart, sweet is Your gait, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.
Alokya Mathur Mukha Madarena Sthanyam Pibantham Saraseeruhaksham Sachinmayam Devam Anantha Roopam Balam Mukundam Manasa Smarami
Meaning -I think of this Balamukundan as the one who looks lovingly at his mother's face while taking milk from her, who has eyes similar to the red lotus, who is the embodiment of truth and intelligence and other forms.
Timings
The temple is open from 05:00 am to 7:00 pm.