At this place in Bihar, Arjun hid his Gandiva during exile.

Gandiveshwar Nath Mahadev place located in Shivnagar village under Benipatti block of Madhubani is said to be associated with the Mahabharata period.

The mythological, religious and historical place Gandiveshwar Nath Mahadev is situated in Shivnagar village, at a distance of 15 kilometers from Benipatti subdivision headquarters, where even today people come from far and wide.

mythological significance of the site

It is said that during the period of Mahabharata, Pandavas had reached Gandeveshwar during their exile. During that time, Arjun had hidden his Gandiva at this place. For this reason this place was named Gandiveshwar place. It is believed that it was here that Arjun obtained the Pashupati weapon from Mahadev on the basis of rigorous penance. There is a temple of Gaurishankar in the northern direction of Gandiveshwar place where devotees go down seven stairs and worship Lord Gaurishankar. Baba Gandiveshwar Nath Mahadev is seated adjacent to the Gaurishankar temple.