Garibnath Temple

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.^[1] The temple is very crowded during these days. The presiding deity is known by the names Garibnath and Garibeshwara , meaning Lord of the poors.

Baba Garibnath Dham Muzaffarpur
Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
District	Muzaffarpur
Deity	Garibeshwara Or Garibnath (Lord Shiva)
Festivals	Maha Shivaratri Sharabani Mela Naag Panchami
Governing body	Bihar State Board of Religious Trusts
Status	Functioning
Location
State	Bihar
Country	India
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Geographic coordinates	26°7′28″N 85°23′25″E
Architecture
Type	Nagara architecture
Creator	Mahavir Chachan
Website
garibnathdham.in

History

Illustrated manuscript depiction of Siddha Gariba.

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.^[2][3][4]

Location

Baba Garibnath Dham is located near Purani bazar in Muzaffarpur.

Nearby Railway Station:- Muzaffarpur jn. (MFP)

Nearby Bus Stand:- Imlichatti Government Bus Stand, Muzaffarpur

People can also take other public transport via road, such as auto rikshaw or e-rickshaw.

Gallery

Shivling

Main Entrance

Aerial View

Front View of Garbhagriha

Shikhar