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Rohtas Religious Tourism Center: Chaurasana Temple is an ancient Shiva temple in Rohtas district. Where 84 stairs are climbed and reached. This site built after the yajna by King Harishchandra is a confluence of religious faith and natural beauty.
The Chaurasan temple is also called the Rohiteshwar Mahadev Temple. It was named “Chaurasana” (84) due to 84 stairs which are climbed to the temple. In the local language it is also called “Chaurasana Siddhi”. As these stairs climb, devotees start to experience spiritual height.
It is believed that this temple was built by King Harishchandra in the 7th century AD. According to mythological belief, he performed a yagna here 84 times to get a son. Finally, he received his son Rohitashv, and he built this temple on the ashes of the yagna. This story shows the supernaturality of this place.
Over time, the roof and main pavilion of the temple are now in a shabby state. It is said that it was damaged by invaders. Despite this, the faith of Shiva devotees never broke here. Now plans for renovation of the temple are being made by the administration.
When this temple is wrapped in a sheet of clouds, the scene is so captivating as if nature itself is adorning it. Devotees say that this place seems as if heaven has come down on earth. This scene is not only full of faith, but also hypnotizes nature lovers.
This temple is especially a very sacred place for Shiva devotees. A large number of people come here to offer prayers on the month of Sawan and Mahashivaratri. Devotees from far and wide including Jharkhand reach here. People believe that the worship done here is fruitful soon.
The journey to the Chaurasan temple itself seems like a pilgrimage. Rivers, thick greenery, and mountainous rocks flowing on the way make it more sacred and attractive. The sound of the waterfall nearby fills spiritual energy in the atmosphere. This temple is a beautiful confluence of nature and spirituality.
The Chaurasan temple is located near the Rohtasgarh Fort, which is about 2 hours away from Rohtas block headquarters. The nearest bus stand is Rohtas, railway station Sasaram and airport Patna. To reach the temple, one has to pass through the dense forest and the hills, which is full of adventure.
If this temple is protected and publicized, then it can emerge not only as a religious place but also as a tourist destination. The natural beauty, historical significance and spiritual environment here have the ability to attract tourists. It can give a new shape to the tourism map of Rohtas district.
Any devotee or tourist who comes here always remembers the supernatural energy and calm environment here. The mountain climbing of the temple, the natural shade around, and this form of Lord Shiva together provide an experience that is difficult to say in words. This place is unique from every point of view.
