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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.

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