Lal Keshwar Shiv Temple
| Lal Keshwar Shiv Mandir | |
|---|---|
  Lal Keshwar Shiv Mandir Location in Bihar | |
| Name | |
| Proper name | Lord Shiva Temple |
| Geography | |
| Coordinates | 25°42′N 85°12′E / 25.700°N 85.200°ECoordinates: 25°42′N 85°12′E / 25.700°N 85.200°E |
| Country | India |
| State | Bihar |
| District | Vaishali |
| Location | Bagmusha, Hajipur |
| Culture | |
| Primary deity | Lord Shiva |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural styles | Indian |
| History and governance | |
| Date built | 5 Aug 2015 |
The Lal Keshwar Shiv Mandir is a Hindu Temple in the city of Hajipur, Bihar, India. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is located at Bagmusha(Hajipur), Vaishali As per local folklore, it is said to have been in existence since ancient period and Lord Shiva is believed to be in the form of Lingam here. Apart from anthropomorphic images of Shiva, the worship of Shiva in the form of a lingam, or linga, is also important. The worship of the Shiva-Linga originated from the famous hymn in the Atharva-Veda Samhitâ sung in praise of the Yupa-Stambha, the sacrificial post.
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