Naulakha Temple, Buxar, Bihar

Built on a platform with a base about five feet high, this temple is spread over an area of ​​one acre. From the point of view of construction, this temple can be divided into three parts (Gopuram, Yagya Mandapam and Sanctum Sanctorum). The peak of this temple, about 25 feet high, is decorated with Yakshas, ​​Gandharvas and other artefacts.Just in front of the temple, a 30 feet high cylindrical Garun flag pillar with golden aura is installed on a lotus base. Vaishnav Tilak etc. are inscribed all around the base of the pillar. There is a belief in the scriptures that a person who circumambulates the Garun flag pillar gets the same virtue as worshiping the idol of God installed in the temple.

Lord Vishnu is worshiped in South Indian tradition

The statues of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi are installed in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. On the outer walls of the main temple, there are statues of countless gods and goddesses in different postures, and at the entrance of the sanctum sanctorum, statues of gatekeepers named Jai-Vijay are installed.

Khichdi made of rice and moong dal is offered as bhog.

The rituals of Raga-Bhog performed in the temple are completely in accordance with the South Indian tradition. In the morning, milk and sugar candy is offered to Lord Baikunthnath. After the puja at 7:30 to 8 in the morning, rice and moong dal khichdi is offered. Rice, pulses and vegetables are offered to Lord Vishnu at 11 am during Rajbhog. Some changes are made in the evening offering.