Brief
of the Diety: |
Shivling of Tarkeshwar Mahadev is made by Black
stone. It is having a 9" diameter.
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Religious
sect to which the temple belongs: |
Parashar
Vyas sect
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Architecture
of the Temple: |
Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
The temple of Shri Tarkeshwar has a marble floor. By
the side of the chowk is the Jagmohan (Assembly)
hall. In this hall are hanging four bronze gongs
each weighting 125 kilograms.The ganesh idol as
shown here seated and has left turned trunk.
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Important
Architectural Characteristics: |
On the ceiling are the old pictorial depictions,
charming and wondrous. From architectural angle,
the temple is unique.
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Material
of Construction: |
Lime
stone, Sand Powder and Marble
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Total
Construction Time: |
1
year |
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Religious
aspects of temple: |
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Unique
features of the temple: |
A huge Shiva lingam, golden pictographs, a big
bull of brass, big bronze gongs and bells give
the temple a special identity.
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Festivals
& Fairs in Temple (Main Events): |
Mahashiva
Ratri, Deepavali, Annakuta and Nrisingh Leela
are the special attractions of this temple.
Every Monday is the day of special worship of
Lord Shiva. Water and milk ablutions (Abhisheka)
are held and Sandal pase, Kapoor, Agarer etc.
applied to the lingam.
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Timings: |
Morning
Time: |
4.00
am to 11.30 pm |
Evening
Time:
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Custom
& Traditions of Temple: |
The
worship of the temple is performed by the
Parashar Vyas families in their own
tradition. Rituals and religious
undertakings (anushthan) are performed under
their guidance.
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Details
of Temple: |
Sanctrum: |
1 |
Sanctorum: |
1 |
Verandah: |
1 |
Garbh
Grah: |
1 |
Rasoi: |
1 |
Issues
requiring global attention for conservation,
protection and improvement of the temple: |
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