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Shiva Temple
- Malinagar,Bihar
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Overview
This temple is situated in Malinagar. Malinagar is a Village in Kalyanpur Block in Samastipur District of Bihar State, India. It belongs to Darbhanga Division. It is situated 21 KM towards North from District headquarters Samastipur, 12 KM from Kalyanpur, 83 KM from State capital Patna. The reigning deity of this temple is Lord Shiva. This temple was constructed in 1844. A fair is held here every year on the evening of Ramnavami.
Accessibility
Airport
The nearest airport, Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport, Patna Airport, is 91 kilometers from Samastipur.
Railways
Samastipur Junction is a major railhead, which connects the town to major cities in India.
Road
Samastipur is also linked to other places in Bihar by buses. Bus services are available to reach Malinagar from Samastipur.
Temple Address
Shiva Temple,
Malinagar, Kalyanpur Taluk,
Samastipur District, Bihar, India.
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
The temple is open from 6AM to 9PM.