About
Shri Buddheshwar Mahadeva Temple is an ancient
and the oldest temple in Lucknow- City of Nawabs. It is situated on Mohan Road
in Lucknow Uttar-Pradesh. This temple was established by Raja Bakshi during
Nawab's time. Legend hold it that Ram Sita and Laxman while going for Banwas,
worshiped Lord Shiva at this place on the Day of Wednesday, Therefore this noteworthy
pilgrimage is called Budheswara Mahadeva Temple.
MahaShivratri is
commemorated among the devotees with a great zeal and enthusiasm every year.
People from Lucknow as well as outside it gather together to celebrate this
occasion of Lord Shiva in a unique way. They offer Bel-Patri, Milk, Flowers and
Fruits to get blessings of Mahadeva. Devotees visit this temple especially on
some auspicious occasions to seek fulfilment of the following- Salvation; Wealth;
Relief from diseases.