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Sanglan Wala Shivaalay Temple
- Ludhiana,Punjab
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Overview
Sanglan Wala Shivaalay Temple (Shiva Temple) is an ancient, holy temple of Hindu religion, situated in old Ludhiana city. This is one of the famous temples of this region dedicated to lord Shiva. This is about 400 years old. The architecture is very beautiful and attracts lot of devotees from different parts of the region. The idol of lord Shiva is very beautiful.
Fairs and Festivals
The temple celebrates Shivarathri festival very magnificently and a large number of devotees irrespective of religion gather in the early morning to worship the Lord. They offer water and milk to the Lord.
In the holy month of Shravan in the Hindu calendar, hundreds of Kanwarias take an arduous journey to Hardwar from Ludhiana to get holy water from the River Ganga. Hundreds of Kanwarias undertake this journey. They offer holy water in Sanglan Wala Shivaalay Temple. Normally Kanwarias initially assemble at Gita Temple in Daresi and from there the Shiva devotees march to the ancient Sangla Wala Shivaalay and offer holy water to the idol of Lord Shiva.
Accessibility
Airport
This temple is situated near Ludhiana - Sahnewal Airport.
Railways
The nearest railhead is Ludhiana junction railway station.
Road
This temple is situated near from Ludhiana Bus Stand.
Temple Address
Sanglan Wala Shivaalay Temple,
Harbans Pura,
Old Madhopuri,
Ludhiana,
Punjab,
India,
Pin code – 141008.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM