Budhanath Temple

Bhagalpur Bihar

#6 Among Things To Do in Bhagalpur

Budhanath Temple, Bhagalpur Overview

Budhanath temple is one of the main attractions of around Bhagalpur, and it is located on the banks of Uttaravahini Ganga (The Northward flowing Ganges). Budhanath happens to be one of the oldest temples of the region and welcomes a great inflow of devotees throughout the year. Baba Budhanath is referred to in the Shiva Puranas as Bal Vridheshwarnath in the first of the eight segments. The Shiva Linga that resides in the temple is believed to have been self-manifested as it is not known about the birth of the Shivalinga.