Bankura's Ekateshwar Shiva Temple: History in Stone, Devotion in Crowds

• Ekateshwar Shiva Temple is a popular Shaivite site in Bankura district and South Bengal, known for its rich history.
• Located three kilometers from Bankura town on the Dwarkeshwar River, it's one of Bengal's oldest Shiva temples.
• The 45-foot tall temple is built with laterite and sandstone, featuring extraordinary deity sculptures and numerous Shiva lingams.
• Its unique architecture includes a laterite stone base and brick upper part, characteristic of Bengal's ancient Rekh-Deul style.
• The temple is a hub of activity during Shivaratri, Gajan Utsav, and Chaitra Sankranti, reflecting its deep cultural significance.