Sunday, June 21, 2020

Giraud Shiva Temple, Raipur, Chattisgarh

Giraud Shiva Temple, Raipur, Chattisgarh
Giraud Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva located in Giraud Village near Raipur City in Raipur District in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. The Temple is one of the protected monuments in Chattisgarh declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

History
This temple was built in 18th –19th Century A.D during Maratha period.

The Temple
This is an east facing temple. The Temple consists of a Mandapam and sanctum. The door jambs are well ornamented. The Sanctum houses a Shiva Linga. Nandi can be found in the Mandapam facing the sanctum. The Upper part of the tower over the sanctum is decorated with sculptures of Trivikram, Narasimha, Ram Ravana Battle scenes, Wrestling of Vali and Sugriva and Sita Haran.


Connectivity
The Temple is located at about 4 Kms from Mandhar Railway Station, 14 Kms from Raipur Junction Railway Station, 15 Kms from Raipur Bus Stand and 26 Kms from Raipur Airport. The Temple is situated on Raipur to Simga Route.
Location

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