Mahashivratri 2026: Mirzapur's 5 Shiva Temples with Pashupatinath, Kashi Vishwanath links

• Mahashivratri 2026 will be celebrated on February 15, a special day for Lord Shiva's worship.
• Mirzapur features five significant Shiva temples, each with unique historical and spiritual connections.
• Rameshwaram Mahadev Temple in Shivpur was established by Lord Ram during the Treta Yuga.
• Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple was established by the demon Tarakasur, who received a blessing from Lord Shiva.
• Panchmukhi Mahadev Temple in Bariyaghat is considered an idol of Nepal's Pashupatinath Temple, established by the King of Nepal.
• Budhenath Mahadev Temple near Pakkeghat is linked to Kashi Vishwanath, believed to be where Kashi Vishwanath resides at night.
• Kantiteshwar Mahadev Temple in Kantit, established by the King of Kantit, has an idol similar to Mahakaleshwar.