Shiva Temple, Khakhparta,
Jharkhand
Khakhparta Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Khakhparta village near Lohardaga Town in Lohardaga District in the Jharkhand, India. This Temple is located at atop a small hill in the Khakhparta village. The temple is believed to have been constructed between 9th and 10th century CE. The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
The Temple
This temple is facing towards east and situated on the hill top. This temple is built directly on the surface of the hill without having any foundation. The temple is triratha on plan. The temple follows rekha deula style. The temple is about four metres tall. The Sanctum houses the presiding deity in the form of Shiva Linga. The shikara over the sanctum is crowned with an amlaka. Nandi can be found in front of the sanctum. Idols of Ganesha and Surya can be found in the temple premises.
Festivals
Shivrathri and Shravan month are
the festivals celebrated here.
Connectivity
The Temple is located at about 6
Kms from Lohardaga Railway Station, 8 Kms from Lohardaga Bus Stand, 17 Kms from
Kuru, 33 Kms from Ghaghra, 73 Kms from Ranchi and 76 Kms from Ranchi Airport. The
temple is situated on Kuru to Ghaghra route.
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