Ekteswar Shiva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Ekteswar near Bankura, West Bengal. The temple stands on the bank of the Dwarakeswar River and is an important religious and cultural landmark of the Bankura region. The principal deity is Lord Shiva, traditionally associated with the unique form known as Ekapaada Murthy. The temple has a distinctive architectural character and is known for its solid structure, which differs from many traditional Bengal temple styles. Devotees visit the temple to offer water, flowers, and other sacred offerings to Lord Shiva and seek blessings for peace, strength, health, and prosperity. Maha Shivaratri and the Ekteswar Gajan and Charak celebrations are important religious occasions associated with the temple. The surrounding riverside landscape adds to the spiritual atmosphere of the site. The temple is an important destination for devotees and visitors interested in the religious heritage, architecture, and cultural traditions of Bankura.