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Mahabhairab Temple




Mahabhairab Temple is an ancient temple located at Tezpur. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Legend has it that Banasura, the demon king, had built this temple. The temple houses one of the largest Shivlings in the world. The original temple was damaged by an earthquake in 1897 and the present temple was built during the dawn of the 20th century.

The temple attracts a large number of devotees from all over the country during Shivaratri.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Sonitpur
Location: Tezpur    
Website: http://www.mahabhairab.org

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