Kirateshwar Mahadev Temple

Kirateshwar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple which is located in Legship, West Sikkim, India along the banks of River Rangeet.[1]

Legends

According to a popular legend, pleased with Arjuna's hard penance and devotion, Lord Shiva appeared before him in the very spot where the temple lies as a Kirat or hunter and blessed him with success in the Mahabharat War.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Some of the Religious Places of Sikkim". Cultural Affairs & Heritage Department. Government of Sikkim. http://www.sikkim-culture.gov.in/Cultural%20Festivals/Religious%20Places.aspx. Retrieved 2011-12-15. 
  2. ^ "Legship Sikkim". Mapsofindia.com. http://www.mapsofindia.com/sikkim/tourism/legship.html. Retrieved 2011-10-20. 

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Ganesh Tok • Hanuman Tok • Kirateshwar Mahadev Temple • Thakurbari