Shiv Baba
Shiva
Baba Temple is an attractive Shrine of Bholenath in Akbarpur in Uttar- Pradesh
state. It is nestled in Harlalka Road in Shahzadpur. This temple has big
premises inside which a very famous idol of Lord Shiva is situated. The statue of
Lord is positioned very near to a huge Tree. Many deities are placed close to
the main revered idol and pictorial symbolisms of elephant statues are also
fixed near to the deity. A bunch of different types of Bells are installed in
the entrance gate which is the speciality of this notable temple. Local
residents say it is a very unique temple and is considered one of the most
important pilgrimage of Lord Shiva.
The most popular Shiva occasion ‘Maha Shivratri’ celebration is observed
in this ancient and holy temple. This
is a very sacred place to commemorate felicitous fest by people following Hindu
Culture. Large carcades are carried out
within the city with people thronging the streets to catch a glance of the
venerate idol of Mahadeva. Fairs have been organised and people often fast on
the night of Shivratri and sing hymns and praises in the name of Lord Shiva. Devotees from across the world pay visit to these
temples to get blessed with good fortune on this revered day. Kanvarias who wear orange dresses travel a long
way bare- footed and bring divine water in Kamandals to offer on Lingam during
Shravana Maas.
