The discussion of India's culture and spirituality is not only famous in any one village, city or state but in the whole world. From North-East to West and from South to North, there are crores of ancient temples about which one keeps hearing some miraculous and interesting stories.

There is a similar temple in Madhya Pradesh, which is called the heart of the country, about which it is said that this unique temple opens only for one day a year and then is closed.

In this article, we are going to tell about the history of this unique temple in Madhya Pradesh and some interesting stories related to the temple.

What is the name of the temple?

The name of the unique temple we are talking about with you is SomeshwarMahadev Temple. This holy temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. SomeshwarMahadev Temple is not present in any other district of Madhya Pradesh but in Raisen district. This temple is situated on the top of the hill. It is situated near Raisen Fort.

History of SomeshwarMahadev Temple

The history of SomeshwarMahadev Temple is very interesting. This holy temple is said to have been built in the 12th century. Myth has it that this temple was constructed in such a way that as soon as the rays of the rising sun fell in the morning, some parts of SomeshwarMahadev used to shine with golden light like gold.

Why does the temple open one day

Not today, but from the time of independence, the SomeshwarMahadev temple opens only for one day a year and then closes. It is said that this holy temple opens only during Mahashivaratri and closes in the evening.

It is said that this temple is closed since 1947. Many people believe that due to the temple and mosque dispute, this temple has been locked so that the relationship between the communities does not deteriorate. After this, everyone was stopped from entering this temple.

The wishes of the devotees are fulfilled

SomeshwarMahadev Temple is still considered a very special place for the devotees. It is believed that for any devotee who reaches to see Lord Shiva with a true heart, all his wishes are fulfilled.

Let us tell you that during Mahashivratri, a grand fair is organized near the temple. Let us tell you that apart from Mahashivaratri, many people worship at the gate of the temple on other days.