Bareilly city with its historical Religious Social and Cultural heritage has maintained a privileged position in the mapof india since time immermorial. Preserving the glory of Panchals, the land of Bareilly has been the mother of such gems that have spread religion and its culture far and wide. Not only religion and culture but also differentstreams in literature, art and culture have originated and flourished here which has unfolded the mystic knowledge of hummanity to its inhabitants All around the outskirts of the city the ancient and primitive six temples of Lord Shiva are - Sri Mani Nath, Sri Alakhnath, Sri Trivati Nath , Sri Vankhandi Nath,Sri Dhopeshwar Nath and Sri Tapeshwar Nath have been the place of worship for the followers of Shavism.