Khattu
shyam Temple
at Sikar in Rajasthan is dedicated to Sri Krishna and is based in the legend of
Barbareek, the grandson of Bhima, the second of Pandava brothers. Khattu Shyam
Temple festival and Mela
2018 date is February 25, February 26 and Feb 27. Another important festival is observed on June 23, 2018 - Nirjala Ekadasi day. The festival which attracts more than 100,000
people is annually held during the Shukla Paksha Dasami, Ekadasi and Dwadashi
of Phalgun month – from 10
th to 11
th day of waxing phase
of moon in Falguna month.
The fair and festival is held in memory of the sacrifice
made by Barbareek – the powerful grandson of Bhima and son of Ghatothkacha who had
to align with Kauravas. But
Krishna did not
want this to happen so he asked for the head of Barabareek. The young warrior
immediately agreed to it.
Krishna blessed
Barbareek that in Kali yuga he will be worshipped just like Sri Krishna.
Built around 1000 years ago, the temple is noted for its
architecture. Paintings based on stories from Puranas and Epics adorn the walls
of the temple.
Thousands of people arrive from various states in India and also
abroad to participate in the Phalgun Shukla Paksha Ekadasi festival.
The temple is located around 65 km from Sikar and 80 km from
Jaipur.
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The fair and festival is held in memory of the sacrifice
made by Barbareek – the powerful grandson of Bhima and son of Ghatothkacha who had
to align with Kauravas. But