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Gopinath Temple
- Gopeshwar,Uttarakhand
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Overview
Gopinath Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Gopeshwar, Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, India. Gopinath Temple is situated in Gopeshwar village now part of Gopeshwar town. Gopinath Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at Gopeshwar, in Uttaranchal.
About The Temple
The temple stands out in its architectural proficiency; it is topped by a magnificent dome and the 30 sq ft (2.8 m2) sanctum sanctorum, which is accessible by 24 doors. The remains of broken idols found around the temple testify the existence of several more temples in ancient times. There is a trident about 5 m high, which dates back to the 12th century, in the courtyard of the temple made of eight different metals.
Legend and Stories
Legend is that the trident got fixed in this spot, when Lord Shiva threw it at Lord Kama to kill him. The metal of the trident is not weathered by the elements and this is a wonder. The legend goes that the trident belonged to Shiva who threw it at Kamdeva to kill him and it got fixed in this spot. It is believed that while brute force cannot move this Trident, the slightest touch by a true devotee can cause a tremor in it.
How To Reach Gopeshwar
Travelers who are planning to visit the town via airways can reach the nearest airport which is located in the Jolly Grant, Dehradun, It is around 227 kilometers away from Gopeshwar. Railways are another option to reach the town as the nearest railhead is located n the Rishikesh at a distance of around 210 kilometers. Gopeshwar is well linked by road that further connects with other major cities and towns of Garhwal Kumaon hills.
Temple Address
Gopinath Temple,
Gopeshwar,
Chamoli District, Uttarakhand.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Peace of mind
Shlokas
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.
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.
Timings
The temple is open from 6AM to 9PM.