Thanesar

The historical city of "Thanesar" in the state of Haryana, is an important tourist destination. One of the traditional seat of higher education, the sacred land of "Thanesar" has a rich historical and religious past. The holy land of "Thanesar" has several temples of great religious importance that draws many devotees from far and wide to seek divine blessings and eternal happiness.

The town of "Thanesar" has been named after the word "Sthan- esvar" which means the divine abode of the "Supreme Being". The place of "Thaneswar" is famous for the well known temple of the "Sthanesvar Mahadev Temple" and the "Ma Bhadra Kali Temple" which attracts many tourist.

The "Sthanesvar Mahadev Temple" is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is believed to be the savior of the local people from any kind of adversities. According to the historical myths and fables, the "Shiv Linga" of the temple was installed in the sacred temple by the mighty "Lord Brahma". The temple is one of the most sacred shrines among the "Hindus" who flock the religious monument to seek divine intervention in their mundane lives. The crystal clear lake near the temple imparts an aesthetic look to the entire region.

At a stone's throw distance from the "Sthanesvar Mahadev Temple" is the holy sanctorium of the "Ma Bhadra Kali Temple" which inspires a sense of awe among the devotees. According to the religious beliefs, it is said that the holy temple has a portion of the leg of Goddess "Sati" that has imparted the ritual purity of the place. Devotees throng the temple in the hope of fulfilling their wishes by the divine intervention of "Ma Kali".

One can experience the divine presence of the "Supreme Being" amidst the natural scenic beauty of the place.