What is Shaivism?
[[File:Shiva Statue Murdeshwara Temple.jpg|thumb|A statue of [[Shiva]]]] {{Hinduism}} '''Shaivism''' is a form of [[Hinduism]], which sees [[Shiva]] as the most important [[deity]]. In practice, there are different branches of Shaivism. Shaivism is common in [[India]], [[Nepal]] and [[Sri Lanka]]. It can also be found in [[Malaysia]], [[Singapore]], and [[Indonesia]]. Shaivism are routed from southern part of India, mainly from present day Tamil Nadu, The oldest shiva temples in the state are living proof for that..Major Kings ruled Southern India also considered Lord Siva as their God {{religion-stub}} [[Category:Hindu denominations]]