Narmadeshwar
Mahadev Temple, Belpan, Chattisgarh
Narmadeshwar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva located in Belpan Village in Takhatpur Tehsil in Bilaspur District in the Indian state of Chattisgarh. The temple was built in 16th century CE. The Temple is one of the protected monuments in Chattisgarh declared by Archaeological Survey of India.
The Temple
This Temple is facing towards east and built on a raised platform. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Narmadeshwar, in the form of Shiva Linga. The entrance door to the sanctum is adorned with floral designs. The temple is considered as the birth place of Choti Narmada river. It is said that the Narmada had its origin in Sita Kund, situated near to this temple. The surroundings are blessed with several temples dedicated to various gods and goddesses of Hindu pantheon.
A fair is organized during
the month of Sawan. Shivaratri is the most famous festival celebrated here.
Connectivity
The Temple is located at
about 7 Kms from Lamkena, 11 Kms from Takhatpur New Bus Stand, 11 Kms from
Takhatpur, 21 Kms from Kota, 21 Kms from Kargi Road Railway Station, 31 Kms
from Mungeli, 37 Kms from Bilaspur and 48 Kms from Bilaspur Airport. The Temple
is situated on Takhatpur to Lamkena route.
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