Bihar, located in eastern India, is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. The state is home to several famous temples that attract visitors from across the country and around the world. These temples not only hold religious significance but also showcase the unique architectural style and cultural traditions of Bihar.
One of the most famous temples is the Mahabodhi Temple, located in Bodh Gaya. This temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered to be one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. Another significant temple is the Vishnupad Temple in Gaya, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple is believed to be built on the site where Lord Vishnu is said to have left his footprint.
The Patna Sahib Gurudwara, located in Patna, is another significant religious site in Bihar. It is one of the most important gurudwaras in India and is dedicated to Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru.
Apart from these, Bihar also has several other temples that are worth visiting, such as the Rajgir Vishwa Shanti Stupa, the Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar, and the Pawapuri Jain Temple.
Visiting these temples not only provides a spiritual experience but also gives visitors a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Bihar. With their stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and religious significance, these temples are a must-visit for anyone visiting Bihar.
Bihariji Temple is one of the most revered places in Buxar that is frequented by pilgrims, locals and tourists alike. It is situated approx. 15km away from Buxar. The temple was constructed in 1825 on orders of the then Maharaja of the erstwhile Dumraon, Jaiprakash Singh. The temple gained popularity in the world of art […]
Naulakha Temple is located in Bishanpur of Begusarai district. It was built by saint Mahavir Das in 1953. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: By Air The Nearest Airport is Patna By Train There are many trains for Begusarai from most of the regions of India By Road It is well
Sundarnath’ is a temple of Lord Shiva located in Kursakanta Araria of the Indian state of Bihar near the border of Nepal, at Sundari Math (Sundarnath Dham). People from South Nepal and North Bihar worship the Hindu god Shiva. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Railways: Train facility is in the form of broad gauge track. … Roadways: Connected with National Highway
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Burhanath temple situated on the bank of river Ganges, has statues dating 1937. It located at India Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Burhanath Rd, Jogsar, Adampur, Bhagalpur, Bihar 812001 Contact Details
Chaumukhi Mahadev, or Chaturmukhi Mahadev, is a historic Hindu temple located approximately 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) east of Vaishali Gadh, Bihar, India. The temple has Shivling with four god faces, Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh and Surya. While the construction time is unknown, it is believed to have been built during the fifth century. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Vaishali, Bihar
Budhi Mai is a village in the Vaishali district, Bihar, India. It is a tourist destination with a rich a cultural and of historical heritage, and is a place of worship The Budhi Mai Temple is situated in Vaishali, Haruli, Ismailpur, near the State Bank of India, Lalganj Road, Vaishali. Budhi Mai Fair/Mela ) is held in the
Baba Garib Asthan Mandir is one of the oldest temple of lord Shiva situated in Muzaffarpur in the Indian state of Bihar Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Baba nath Mandir, Garib Musahri, Garib Asthan Road, Mahammadpur Kazi, Musahri, Muzaffarpur, Bihar 842001 Contact Details 094302 42499
Ashokdham Mandir also known as Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir is located in Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is a temple complex having Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir in the center dedicated to the primary deity lord Shiva surrounded by three more temples dedicated to Goddess Parvati, mount of the Shiva Nandi and Goddess Durga. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Ashok dham, Bihar
