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Religion
Bihar's Siddhi Peeth Durga Temple: 12‑Hour Immersion Walk Across 2 km
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 03:15 PM
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At Siddhi Peeth Durga Temple in Bihat, Begusarai, devotees undertake a 2‑kilometre immersion walk that takes roughly 12 hours, a unique tradition linked to the temple’s 221‑foot‑tall shrine and 90‑year‑old legacy.
Siddhi Peeth Durga Temple, situated in the village of Bihat in Begusarai district of Bihar, is renowned for its towering 221‑foot‑high shrine dedicated to Goddess Durga. The temple has preserved a distinctive ritual that dates back nearly a century, wherein devotees perform a 2‑kilometre immersion walk that spans about 12 hours.
The immersion journey begins at the temple’s main entrance and follows a winding path that leads to the nearby riverbank. Pilgrims carry small pots of water and offer prayers at various shrines along the way, marking each milestone with a symbolic act of devotion. The extended duration of the walk is intended to test the devotee’s endurance and commitment to the goddess.
Local priests explain that the tradition was instituted to commemorate a historic event in the temple’s history, and it has become a hallmark of the Siddhi Peeth’s spiritual identity. The 12‑hour trek attracts thousands of devotees each year, especially during the Navaratri festival when the temple’s rituals reach their peak.
Visitors to the temple also note the serene surroundings and the sense of community that the immersion walk fosters. The practice has gained attention beyond Bihar, drawing pilgrims from neighboring states who seek to experience this unique form of worship.
The immersion journey begins at the temple’s main entrance and follows a winding path that leads to the nearby riverbank. Pilgrims carry small pots of water and offer prayers at various shrines along the way, marking each milestone with a symbolic act of devotion. The extended duration of the walk is intended to test the devotee’s endurance and commitment to the goddess.
Local priests explain that the tradition was instituted to commemorate a historic event in the temple’s history, and it has become a hallmark of the Siddhi Peeth’s spiritual identity. The 12‑hour trek attracts thousands of devotees each year, especially during the Navaratri festival when the temple’s rituals reach their peak.
Visitors to the temple also note the serene surroundings and the sense of community that the immersion walk fosters. The practice has gained attention beyond Bihar, drawing pilgrims from neighboring states who seek to experience this unique form of worship.