Temple

Jharkhand's very own Harihar Dham Temple, located in Koderma, Giridih is regarded as the biggest Shiva Lingam across the whole world. Besides the architectural magnanimity, the temple has also been one of the most visited one by the Hindus. The temple that is said to be has taken over 30 years to built is a popular place for marriage for the Hindus.

Legend

Though Harihar Dham is yet not associated with any legendary tales but this place has become popular for its rituals centering the worshipping of Lord Shiva during the Shravan Purima (Full moon). Thousands of pilgrims gather in this abode of the largest Shiva lingam to worship the Lord by pouring water on the Shiva Lingam. The festival of Nag Panchami is also observed here. Besides, over the years, the place has become one of the pious shrines for those looking forward to get married.

Architecture

The 65 feet tall Shiva Linga is consecrated at the place with around 25 acres of land in Giridih by the Jamunia River of Bagodar. It took 30 years to build the Shiva temple. The Shiva Linga is the main temple here.

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Darsan Info

The temple timing is from 9.30 AM-1.30 PM and 4.30 PM-7.30 PM

Darsan Dresscode

Nothing Specific is mentioned to wear while visiting the shrine of Lord Shiva.

Famous Festival

July:- Shravan Poornima
August:- Nag Panchami

Culture

The century-old enriched history, music, art, religion, food and people exhibit the true essence of Jharkhand's culture. This new Indian state that has been dissected mostly from Bihar held its capital at Ranchi. There are multiple pilgrimages in this eastern state of India. Devotees from across the country and abroad come to this beautiful state to explore the shrines of their concerned sects. Besides, the temples, churches and mosques, the state of Jharkhand has many beautiful places to explore such as Netarhat, Deoghar, Ranchi, Dhanbad, Sahebganj, Maithon, Masanjore and more.

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Temple Rituals

Snana, Aarati are the main rituals followed at Harihar Dham.

Special Rituals

Many rituals are observed during the month of Shravan. The Shravan Purnima is specially worshipped by the devotees of Lord Shiva with their wishes to tie the knot with the blessings of Mahadev. The fifth day of the bright half of Shravan is celebrated as the Nag Panchami. The ritual is about worshipping the Serpent Gods.

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