Sitapur History
Sitapur is famous in India due to its mythological and historical background. There is no official details of its name, but according to traditional proverbs, Sitapur is known as Sita, wife of Lord Rama. It is said that she stayed with Lord Rama at this place during the pilgrimage. Later King Vikramaditya established this city in memory of Sita and named this place, Sitapur. According to Akbari, the mirror of Abul Fazal, this place was called Chaitapur or Chittiyapur during the reign of Akbar.
According to ancient history, this place was included in the Empire of Magadha. After the fall of Nanda and Mauryas, the region came under the control of the Sunga dynasty. Some soil statues of Sunga style have been found in Sidhauli tehsil. Similarly, some small sculptures have been found in Badear of Mishrikh tehsil.
The holy place of Naimisharanya, which is situated on the left coast of Gomti, is a pilgrimage center where Maharishi Ved Vyas composed the Puranas. Answer: In the Vedic period, signs of a huge university are found where 88000 sages gained knowledge of the scriptures. Shaunakji was the Vice Chancellor of this university. Pandavas came to Naimish during exile. Lord Rama and Sita bathed at this holy place to wash the stigma of Ravana’s death. It is said that Sita proved her purity and was absorbed in the sacred soil of Namish.
Sitapur district was always awake from political point of view. The district played an important role in the first freedom struggle of 1857. During 1857, the Arya Samaj and Seva Samiti established their organizations in the district. Thousands of people from Sitapur participated in Gandhiji’s non -cooperation movement in 1921. In 1925, Gandhiji came to Sitapur and appealed for cooperation in the freedom movement in Lalbagh. Many national leaders- Maulana Mohammad Ali, Pandit Motilal, Pt. Jawaharlal were also present.
Chakratirtha Naimisharanya
Chakratirtha is one of the most popular Hindu pilgrimage sites in Naimisharanya. According to a legend, this is the place where the chakra of Lord Brahma made a hole in the Earth, resulting in a huge stores of water. It is believed that by taking a dip in the water of this pond, the mind, body and soul of the person become pure.
Lalita Devi
Lalita Devi – The present Devi of Naimisharanya, is counted among the 51 Shaktipeeths, thus it is a highly revered Hindu temple. The temple of Lalita Devi is one of the major temples here, which is considered one of the 51 Shaktipeeths of Zakat Janani. Devotees like the architecture of this temple are very much liked. It is beautifully made with a balanced bronze. In addition, there are idols of elephants on either side of the entrance of this famous pilgrimage site in Naimisharanya.
Lalitha Devi Temple is located on a walk from the Chakratirtha pilgrimage site. The Adi Shakti of Naimisharanya is a major center of faith for the devotees of Maa Jagadambay. Lalita Devi’s temple in Naimisharanya is open throughout the day a week. Devotees can plan to visit this holy place at any time from morning to evening.
Bhuteshvarnath
The glory of Bhuteshwar Nath is unique. On one side of this Chakratirtha, the very ancient Bhuteshwar Nath temple of Lord Shiva is present. He is also called “Kotwal of Naimisharanya” or protector.
The ascetic of Naimisharanya is the land of miracles of Shiva. Many mythological pagoda are located on the land of this Tapovan. There is a flow of Shiva devotees throughout the year in these pagoda. It is believed that the Bhuteshwar Nath temple was founded by Lord Brahma himself and this Shivling changes its form thrice a day. In the morning he is reflected as a child; In the afternoon it is seen in a fierce form; And in the evening it appears in a peaceful form.
The priests say that when Lord Brahma left his Brahma Manomaya Chakra, it fell at this place. The routine of the chakra, that is, the axis began to pierce the earth and then Lalita Shakti incarnated to stop that rim. Lalita Shakti holds Shivling, due to which Lalita Devi was named Linga Dharini.
Lord Brahma established this deity only to imbibe Shiva Shakti, which is still the center of faith among devotees due to his characteristics. There is also a statue of Lord Vishnu inside this Bhuteshwar Nath temple, which shows the specialty of this temple.
Bhuteshwar Nath Temple is also included in the list of prominent places with special importance in Naimisharanya. On the occasion of Shivaratri, special worship and adornment fulfills all the wishes of the devotees.
Hanuman Garhi
Naimisharanya is rich in many holy pilgrimage sites, and Hanuman Garhi is one of them. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is an ancient holy place with mythological importance rich in Naimisharanya. The theme of this turnpa is a mythological event in which the emergence of Lord Hanuman from the Hades is depicted. It is also known as Badi Hanuman because the huge statue of Lord Hanuman is 12 feet high. One of the main attraction of this famous Hindu temple is the stone statue of Lord Hanuman, which takes Lord Rama and Lakshmana on their shoulders. Apart from its religious significance, the temple attracts many tourists due to its peaceful aura.
Hanuman Garhi is often known as the Dakshineshwar temple because the presiding deity of the temple is facing south direction. It is situated at an altitude of about 500 meters from Chakratirtha. This temple is considered to be of Ramayana period and Hanuman Garhi Temple is also one of the most famous temples of Naimisharanya.
Ved Vyas Ashram
Ved Vyas Ashram, known as Vyas Gaddi, is located near the Manu-Shatarupa temple. The site of Veda Vyas or Vyas Gaddi is one of the most important religious places in Naimisharanya. In this Ved Vyas Ashram, Maharishi Ved Vyas composed 4 Vedas, 6 scriptures, 18 Puranas, Gita, Mahabharata and Shri Satyanarayana Vrat. He preached the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita and Purana to his disciples Jaimini, Sampayan, Shukdev, Sut, Angira and Pable.
Vyas is located at a distance of about 1 km south from the Gaddi Chakratirtha. Vyas Gaddi Temple is located under a huge banyan tree which has existed since ancient times. All wishes are fulfilled by revolving around it and tying it to kalava. It is believed that the person doing yoga under this old banyan tree also gets rid of incurable diseases.
This ancient tree is said to be more than 5000 years old; Therefore, its history is associated with the time of Mahabharata. Since Veda Vyas used to sit under this tree, it is known as Vyasa Gaddi, where the meaning of the throne is ‘Asana’. At this popular religious place in Naimisharanya, a small temple is dedicated to Ved Vyasa. The triangular stacks of clothing in the temple represent the presiding deity of the temple. An interesting feature of this Hindu holy site in Uttar Pradesh is the placards written here which provide information about the texts written here. Many other famous pilgrimage site of Naimisharanya is surrounded by Vyas Gaddi.
The Vyas temple is built on a high mound, where 10–12 stairs are climbed and reached. A three -foot tall statue of Lord Ved Vyas is installed in the temple built under the banyan tree. It was here that Lord Ved Vyas narrated the glory of Shrimad Bhagwat Katha. At the same time, the importance of Bhagwat Parayana increased in the whole world.
Manu-Shatroopa Temple
The Manu-Shatarupa temple site of Naimisharanya is considered an incarnation of mankind. The mind is filled with positivity as soon as Manu enters the premises of Shatarupa temple. In this temple we find beautiful idols of Lord Manu and Goddess Shatarupa, which according to Sanatan Dharma are considered the first human on earth.
It is believed that mankind was built on the holy land of Naimish. In Naimish, the human world originated from the first men and women. Manu-Shatarupa started life by doing penance at this holy place and that is why we have a deep relationship with Manu-Shatarupa. Vyas is the penance of Manu-Shatarupa right in front of the throne. The Radha-Bihari temple is also built on the left side of the Manu-Shatarupa temple. The human world originated from Swayambhuva Manu and Shatarupa. Goswami Tulsidas writes in Ramcharitra Manas, Rani Shatarupa and King Manu handed over the kingdom to their son. He went to the Naimisharanya pilgrimage and meditated on Lord Vasudeva
Initially, he continued to remember Lord Sachchidananda Anand for a few days by eating fruits and vegetables or tubers. After a few days, he gave up fruits and flowers. He did full penance by drinking only water. After this, he started doing penance with the help of air.
Seeing his devotion and difficult penance, Lord Vishnu appeared in front of him and asked him to ask for some boon. Lord Vishnu said, “You have done penance for years. I am happy What do you want; I will fulfill the desires and desires you ask. ”
Then Manu said – “God – I want a son like you.” Lord Vishnu blessed him as per his wish. He said, ‘Manu, in the birth of your future, you will become King Dasharatha of Ayodhyapuri and Rani Shatarupa Kaushalya will become. I will incarnate as Ram. You will have not one but four sons. ”
The journey of Naimish is considered complete only after seeing the tapasthali of Lord Manu-Shatarupa and Vyas Gaddi.
Rudravart Tirtha
Located about 7 kilometers from Chakratirtha, the unique and only temple of Lord Shiva, where Shivalinga is not visible. This place is known as “Rudravart Tirtha” and “Rudravart Kund”. The Rudravarta temple is a rare and unique proof of the miracle of Mahadev, which also surprises scientists.
On offering five fruits in the tank of the temple, two-three fruits come back, while the rest of the water are accepted as offerings, which is a miracle. People believe that there is a Shivling of Lord Shiva in the depth of the river in Patalpuri, due to which such a miracle happens. People have been watching this incident of faith in Naimisharanya pilgrimage for centuries
Baba Shri Ram Pujari established a temple on the banks of the Gomti River. The Shivling is 10 inches high and brown in 2 feet area. This is self -proclaimed Shivling
There are only a few shops in front of the temple, which local farmers and their children are planted. Must visit this temple while going to Naimisharanya. The calm environment and the banks of the Gomti river will fascinate everyone.
Dev Deveshwar Dham
The glory and description of “Dev Deveshwar Dham” is described in the Vayu Purana. Dev Deveshwar Dham is a beautiful and wonderful temple of Lord Shiva. It is near the banks of the Gomti river. The green atmosphere of the temple courtyard and the chanting in the Yajna school create a unique spiritual atmosphere. It is said that all sins are removed by bathing and worshiping on the day of Chaturdashi of Kuar Krishna Paksha. The person who worships Devdeveshwar located here does not suffer after death.
This Siddhapeeth of Lord Shiva is the only abode in the world where Lord Bholenath resides alone. Here neither the donor Parvati is seated with Mahadev nor is Lord Nandi sitting here like every temple.
This temple area of ”Dev Deveshwar Dham” is also known as “Shiva Lok”. The Shivling located here is a self -proclaimed Shivling of three colors. Some part of the Shivling is red, some black and some is white.
Rajghat
Rajghat holds a special place in the hearts of devotees coming to Naimisharanya. Rajghat, also known as Dashashwamedh Ghat, is the most beautiful ghat of Adiganga Gomti in Tapobhumi Naimisharanya. Maa Gomti’s evening Aarti is a beautiful place in itself. Keeping in mind the convenience of the devotees, a large satsang pavilion is being built on the banks of the ghat.
Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple
Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple near Lalita Devi Shakti Peeth is a famous religious place in Naimisharanya. In this temple, Lord Hanuman is worshiped as a servant and protector of Maa Lalita Devi. Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple is one of the ancient temples of Naimish. This is the only temple of Lord Hanuman in this entire region, in which Panchmukhi idol is installed.
In most Hanuman temples, Lord Hanuman is shown in the image of a warrior as well as other postures, most of which are with mountains of mace and Sanjeevani Booti. This idol of Lord Hanuman describes his five faces, which represent various forms of God- Hayapriva, Narasimha, Garuda and Varaha and Hanuman.
There are two Narasimha-Vishnu avatars in the torso of Panchmukhi Hanuman. Garuda is the carrier of Vishnu. Varaha protected the earth. This temple attracts people a lot
