Nageshwarnath Temple

Established in the name of the local deity, Lord Nageshwarnath, the Nageshwarnath Temple is located adjacent to the Theri Bazaar in Ayodhya. It is believed to have been set up by Kush or Kusha, Lord Rama's son.

Although this sacred site continued to be in good maintenance since 750 AD, the current temple is said to have been reconstructed in 1750 by Safar Jung's minister, Naval Rai. Legend has it that Kush came across a Shiva devotee called Naga Kanya when he happened to lose his arm ring in the local bath.

Upon learning that the latter had fallen in love with him, he raised this Shaiva temple for Naga Kanya. The Nageshwarnath Temple attracts numerous devotees during Mahashivaratri and Trayodashi, also known as Pradosh Vrat or Pradosh Vratam, in Southern India. The Shiva Barat or the procession of Lord Shiva is a significant attraction here.

 The temple of Nageshwar Nath or the God of Snakes is situated near the Ram Ki Paidi and dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Kush, the younger son of Lord Ram, built the temple as an expression of gratitude when Naag-Kanya, the snake daughter, found his armlet in the Saryu river and returned it to him.

Nageshwarnath Temple is an architectural marvel that attracts visitors from all across the country.