| Introduction | Places of Interest | How to Reach |
| Zeeradei |
| Situated about 13 km from the district headquarters,zeeradei is known as the birthplace of India's first president Dr. Rajendra Prasad,who was later conferred Bharat Ratna. Popularly called Rajendra babu by his friends and followers, Dr Prasad was a symbol of simplicity,truth and dedication. |
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| Ashiana |
| This place is known as the native residence of Maulana Mazharul Haq,one of the greatest freedom fighters of the country and a symbol of Hindu-Muslim unity |
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| Anand Bagh Math & Sunder Bagh Math |
| Situated at Bakhri village in Siswan block of Siwanthe two temples are in fact "samadhi sthals" of two renowned saints,Swami Jaggannath Das ji and his guru Bhagwan das ji.Both the temples are located near the Daha river and thousands of devotees visit these temples every year.On auspicious days,there's a huge rush of people as devotees from far flung places like Uttar Pradesh,West Bengal and New Delhi besides saran,Gopalganj,Jehanabad and Ara in Bihar come here. |
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| Mahendra Nath Temple |
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Situated in Mehdar village under Siswan block, about 32 km south from the district headquarters, Mahendra Nath temple of Lord Shiva attracts visitors,including foreigners, from far flung areas. |
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| Raghunathpur |
| Situated about 27 km south from the district head quarters,Raghunathpur is the place where Lord Rama is believed to have taken rest after killing demon Tarka near Buxar.Later, Lord Rama proceeded to Janakpur Dham after crossing river Saryu. |
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| Bhikhabandh |
| This place symbolises the affectionate relationship between a brother and his sister.There exists a temple of brother-sister at Bhikhabandh village under the Maharjganj block of the district.According to folklore,a brother and sister laid down their lives fighting Mughals in the 14th century |
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| Panchmukhi Shivalinga |
There's an old Shiva temple in Mahadeva locality of Siwan town which houses a "panchmukhi" or five faced Shivalinga. Locals insist the Shivlinga in the temple come out of the earth.One can also see the faces of Brahma,Vishnu and Mahesh on the Shivalinga. Hundreds of devotees throng this temple every day.On Mahashivratri,a fair is also held here.
Burhiya Mai Temple
Located on east-northern portion of
Gandhi Maidan in Siwan town, this temple
draws huge crowd of devotees, especiallyon
Saturdays.Locals believe one's wishes are fulfilled after worshipping the deity here.
Offerings include new saris,fruits,flowers and
coconuts. |
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