The Trimbakeshwar Temple is often the first temple that comes to mind when we mention the Jyotirlinga temples in Maharashtra. It is no wonder that this temple is so very famous, given its location near Nashik. Maharashtra Jyotirlinga Package is the best way to visit the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga temple and Nashik.
Like all other Jyotirlinga temples in India, the deity here is Lord Shiva. He transforms himself into a Jyotirlinga (a pillar of light) to enable devotees to worship him in this earthly world. The proximity to Nashik has given this Trimabakeshwar Temple even more fame and devotion. This is why devotees visit this temple during the Nashik Kumbh Mela also.
Trimabakeshwar Temple Legend
The temple deity is very unique when compared to all other Jyotirlinga temples. The Jyotirlinga here is not just one Shiv Linga, but has three faces, and this are of the gods, Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. The linga is covered with a gold crown, and according to legend, this crown is as old as the Mahabharata times. The crown is not only made of pure gold, but is studded with diamonds, gemstones, emeralds, and other precious stones.
Origin of Godavari
The Godavari River, which originates in the hills near the temple, is as sacred as Ganga itself. It is so sacred that people often refer to it as the Ganga of the South. According to mythological legend, Sage Gautam did deep meditation, and Ganga became happy and emerged in the Brahmagiri Hills as Godavari.
Trimbakeshwar Temple Architecture
The main temple structure is strikingly beautiful and is made of black basalt stone. Peshwa Nanasaheb ordered the temple to be built during his lifetime. The temple premises has many idols and murtis of other Hindu gods and goddesses. As the temple is very old, you will find lots of samadhis and monasteries near the temple. You will find the temple surroundings to be hilly. There are many water tanks like Amritavarshini, Viswanantirtha, Bilvatirtha, and Mukundatirtha.
Places to Visit Near Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
When you visit Trimbakeshwar Temple, you can also visit the nearby places located near the temple. These places are shown below:
- Nashik city
- Sula Wineyards
- Harihar Fort
- Gangapur Dam
- Vaitarna Dam
- Dungarwadi Waterfall
- Anjaneri Hills
- Shri Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan
What is the best time to visit Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple?
It is very true that any period of year is best for Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. But monsoon and post-monsoon are the best times to visit the temple. Days are cooler during this time, and you can do darshan and puja rituals at a very easy pace and devotion. The scorching heat of the sun will never be there during this time so it is ideal for moving around the temple and sightseeing nearby areas.
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How to Reach Trimbakeshwar Temple?
Trimbakeshwar, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India is well connected by road, by rail, and by air. Here are the travel details from important locations:
- Mumbai to Bhimashankar Temple – 198 km (By Road/Rail/Air)
- Nashik to Bhimashankar Temple – 28 km (By Road/Rail/Air)
The nearest railway station are Nashik Road which is approx 40 Kms away and airport are in Ojhar Nashik International airport is situated about 24 kilometers far from the center of city.
