Hariharnath Temple - Hindu temple in Sonepur - Saran, India

Very peaceful place .The Hariharnath Temple is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Bihar, and attracts a large number of devotees, especially during the Hindi month of sawan and the annual Hariharnath Mela, which is held in the month of November. The temple is also renowned for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings, which are a testament to the skill of the ancient Indian craftsmen.

The temple is big and beautiful with Shiva as it's main idol, but has zero maintenance. Ganga river is flowing nearby where you can go for Gangajal.

The Hariharnath Temple is a Hindu temple located in the town of Sonepur, in the Indian state of Bihar. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, who are worshipped here in the form of Hariharnath, a composite deity representing both the gods. The temple has a long history dating back to ancient times, with the original structure believed to have been built during the Gupta period (4th-6th century AD). However, the current structure of the temple is believed to have been built during the reign of King Ramapala of the Pala dynasty in the 11th century. Over the centuries, the temple has undergone several renovations and restorations, with the most recent one being carried out in the early 20th century. The temple complex also includes several smaller shrines dedicated to other Hindu deities. The Hariharnath Temple is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Bihar, and attracts a large number of devotees, especially during the annual Hariharnath Mela, which is held in the month of November. The temple is also renowned for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings, which are a testament to the skill of the ancient Indian craftsmen.

Harihar temple of Sonpur is located on the bank of Gandak & Ganga. This temple is dedicated to Vishnu(Hari) & Shiv(Har). Sonpur fare is organished in Kartik(November) month near the temple. It is famous for cattle fare especially elephant.The temple is not very impressive and lack proper maintenance

Baba Hariharnath Shivling is the only such pagoda in the world, in which half of the figure is of Shiva (Har) and the rest is the figure of Vishnu (Hari), both the gods sitting together in the same sanctum are called Harihar. It is believed that it was established by Brahma himself to bring the Shaiva and Vaishnava sects closer to each other. The legend of Gaj-Grah is also proof. There is also a fact that after a long struggle at this place, there was a cease-fire between Shaivites and Vaishnavites at this place. According to the legend, Shri Ramchandra, while going to Janakpur with Guru Vishwamitra, stayed here and established Hari and Har. His footprints are present in Ramchaura, Hajipur. In this area, people of Shaivite, Vaishnava and Shakta sect together take bath and Jalabhishek of Kartik Purnima. Before 1757, the temple was made of timber and black stone blocks

Hariharnath temple is Situated on the outskirts of Sonepur, is the beautiful temple of Hari-Har Nath.History says that this temple was built by Lord Ram when he was proceeding to the swayamvar of Sita. Having both idols of Bhagwan Vishnu (Hari) and Lord Shiva (Hara), the temple is visited by thousands of pilgrims. Sonepur comes under the Saran district which is located in the northern part of Indian state Bihar. The Sonepur Mela is one of the popular fairs of Bihar. According to the Hindu calendar month, It is organized every year in the month of Kartik (October-November) by the govt. of Bihar. On Sawan devotees from all over Bihar thronged the Shivalayas. Shiva devotees took bath in Gandak river and reached the Shivalayas and performed Lord Bholenath's Jalabhishek. Also, the devotees offered obeisances by offering Dhatura, cannabis, sandalwood etc. The whole area was buzzing with the cheers of 'Bolbaum' and 'Har Har Mahadev'. Very nice place and also my hometown.

Temple is very devine and clean inside. Outside, very crowded and congested road to the temple, food items are limited to samosa, chat, Puri sabji and chawal daal.

Its nice, peaceful and surrounded with positive energy. and this temple has lots of stories and unique history that you should know.