Which is the state of Basukinath?
Jharkhand
Basukinath/State
Basukinath is located in Dumka District of Jharkhand. It lies on the Deoghar – Dumka state highway and is around 25 km north-west of Dumka. It is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus. Basukinath Temple is the main attraction here.
Why Basukinath is famous?
Basukinath is famous for the mela of Shraavana (a month of the Hindu calendar), between July and August. Some pilgrims are called “Bol Bam” when they pour holy water on the shivling after 4–5 days of journeying. The pilgrims en route to Basukinath also visit the Baidyanath Jyotirlinga in Deogarh.
Who built Basukinath Temple?
Basukinath Temple is believed to be the court of Baba Bhole Nath. Temples of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati have been erected here, facing each other. During the opening of the gates, devotees are asked to move away from the gates, as it is believed that Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati meet each other at this time.
How old is Basukinath Temple?
The present structure of the Basukinath temple is estimated to be around 150 years old.
Where is Basukinath Dham located?
Basukinath Dham is a popular historical Hindu holy Shirin in India. It is one of the most famous temples in Bihar, Jharkhand. Pilgrims come to spend their time peacefully and religiously. Basukinath mandir is in the Dumka district of Jharkhand and on the Deoghar-Dumka state highway.
Where is Basukinath Mandir situated?
Basukinath mandir is in the Dumka district of Jharkhand and on the Deoghar-Dumka state highway. The place is famous for the Basukinath Temple. It is another name of Lord Shiva. Every year millions of pilgrims came here to worship Lord Basukinath from different parts of the country.
What is the history of Basukinath Temple?
The present structure is estimated to be around 150 years old and is said to have been built by Basaki Tatme, a tribal. Basukinath Temple is located about 46 kilometers from Deoghar and 25 kilometers from Dumka.
What is the relationship between Shiv temple and Basukinath Dham?
At Basukinath Dham, Shiv and parvati temple are just in-front of each other. In the evening when gates of both the temples are opened then the devotees are suggested to move away from in-front of the gates as there is a belief that Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati meet each other at this time. Basukinath is one of the most ancient temples.