Ashokdham Temple
| Ashokdham Mandir, Lakhisarai | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Name | |
| Other names | Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir |
| Devanagari | अशोकधाम मंदिर |
| Geography | |
| Country | India |
| State | Bihar |
| District | Lakhisarai district |
| Culture | |
| Primary deity | (Shiva) |
| Important festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
| Architecture | |
| Number of temples | 4 |
| History and governance | |
| Temple board | Shree Indradamneshwar Mahadev Trust |
Ashokdham Mandir also known as Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir is located in Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is a temple complex having Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir in the center dedicated to the primary deity lord Shiva surrounded by three more temples dedicated to Goddess Parvati, mount of the Shiva Nandi and Goddess Durga.
History
It is said that this place has been a center of worship since 8th century. Narayan Pal, the 6th emperor of Pala Empire initiated the regular worship of the Shivlingam in 8th century. In 12th century, a temple was built on this place by King Indradyumna. It is said that the temple was demolished and for many years there were no remains above ground.
On 7 April 1977, a boy named Ashok discovered the Giant Shivlingam beneath the ground while playing tradition Gilli-danda game. On 11th Feb 1993, the Shankaracharya of Jagannathpuri inaugurated the restructure of the temple complex. The Current Temple Complex building started on 15th Nov 2002 under Shree Indradamneshwar Mahadev Mandir Trust.[1][2]
Maha Shivrati
Every year on the auspicious day of Maha Shivratri, millions of pilgrims from various parts of India visit this shrine and offer sacred water of Ganges to the deity.