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Garibnath Temple

Overview

  • •Garibnath Temple Muzaffarpur is a Hindu holy place in Muzaffarpur in the Indian state of Bihar.
  • •The temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and known as the "Deoghar of Bihar" Devotees from all across the district and state come here to pray and wish for their better life ahead.

Highlights

  • Garibnath Temple Muzaffarpur is a Hindu holy place in Muzaffarpur in the Indian state of Bihar.
  • The temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and known as the "Deoghar of Bihar" Devotees from all across the district and state come here to pray and wish for their better life ahead.
  • It is believed that prayer during the month of Sawan has special significance, which helps to fulfill all wishes.
  • The temple is very crowded during these days.
  • The presiding deity is known by the names Garibnath and Garibeshwara , meaning Lord of the poors.

Dress Code

Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.

History

  • •According to religious beliefs, Baba Garibnath Dham has a history of about three hundred years.
  • •It is believed that earlier there was a dense forest and there were seven peepal trees in between.
  • •It is said that at the time of the cutting of these trees, blood-red substances started coming out and a huge lingam was found here.
  • •People tell that Baba appeared in the land owner's dream, since then worship is being here.

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Garibnath Temple Muzaffarpur is a Hindu holy place in Muzaffarpur in the Indian state of Bihar. The temple is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and known as the "Deoghar of Bihar" Devotees from all across the district and state come here to pray and wish for their better life ahead.

It is about 0.2 km from central Muzaffarpur.

The most comfortable months are January, February, March, November and December; April is the hottest, with highs around 35°C.

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October to March

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