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Gautameshwar Mahadev Temple
- Varanasi,Uttar Pradesh
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Overview
Gautameshwar Mahadev Temple is situated at D-37/33, Kashi Naresh Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, at about 4 kms from Cantonment railroad station. This Shivling should have been introduced by Saint Gautam, consequently the name Gautameshwar Mahadev. As per legends, there was extreme question in regards to worship of this god and matter was alluded to the then Kashi Raja, who after extended legitimate cases, obtained the whole region and developed the sanctuary. Subsequently, this sanctuary is known as Kashi Naresh Shivala.
Significance
It is believed that whoever venerates here will get all the happiness and will attain Moksha.
How To Reach Varanasi
Airport
Varanasi airport is well linked with all the major cities of the country.
Railways
Since Varanasi lies in the centre of the North Indian plains, it is well linked to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and other parts of India. There are two railway stations in Varanasi, the Kashi Junction and the Varanasi Junction (also known as Varanasi Cantonment). Rajdhani Express from Delhi or from Calcutta passes through Varanasi too. One can also catch trains from Mughalsarai, just 10 km south of Varanasi.
Road
Situated in the flat Ganga plains, Varanasi has a good network of roads. Frequent public and private buses and road transport to all the major towns of Uttar Pradesh and nearby areas.
Temple Address
Gautameshwar Mahadev Temple,
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- To attain moksha
Shlokas
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Timings
The temple is open from 04:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 04:00 pm to 10:00 pm.