Temple Timings
Timings: 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
VIP Darshan
Gate No. 2 Paid Pass: ₹200
Dress Code
Mandatory for Sanctum Dhoti (Soala) Required
Why the Kumbh Happens at Trimbakeshwar?
The stones of Trimbak have witnessed a Dharmayudh (Holy War). In 1790, the soil turned red when a fierce battle erupted between the mystic orders over the first Shahi Snan. 12,000 saints sacrificed their lives. To restore peace, the Peshwa rulers declared: ‘Trimbak belongs to the Shaivas.’ Since that day, the fierce Naga Babas and their Akhadas take the holy dip exclusively here at Kushavarta Kund.
Before the chaotic Shahi Juloos (Royal Procession) reaches the water, the Sadhus must bow to the King. Inside the dark, ancient Garbhagriha (Sanctum) lies the rare ‘Tridev Linga’—embodying Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh in one. During the Kumbh, the Lord wears his Jeweled Gold Mukut (Crown). Witnessing this ‘Raja Darshan’ is said to grant the same merit as performing a thousand Abhisheks.
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Trimbakeshwar Vishesh Vidhi
Tirthraj Kushavarta: The Shahi Snan Sthan
For 12 years, the Sadhus wait for this moment. Kushavarta is not just a water tank; it is the specific point where the drop of Amrit (Nectar) fell during the Samudra Manthan.
Legend says the Godavari kept vanishing to test the devotion of Gautam Rishi. He finally trapped her divine flow here using Kusha (Sacred Grass). That is why a dip here is called a ‘Moksha Snan.’
During the Simhastha Kumbh, this Kund becomes the exclusive territory of the Shaiva Akhadas. The fierce Naga Babas lead the Shahi Juloos (Royal Procession) to take the first dip right here, turning the water into liquid divinity.
Gupt Sthan: Hidden Places Beyond the Temple
Your Yatra is incomplete without the Parikrama of these Shakti Sthals.
Brahmagiri Hill is a sacred trekking spot and the origin of River Godavari near Trimbakeshwar.
Neel Parvat is divine goddess worship with panoramic views of Trimbakeshwar hills and valleys.
Sant Nivruttinath Samadhi reflects Nath tradition culture and deep spiritual heritage of Trimbakeshwar.
Ahilya Sangam is a calm river confluence offering spiritual peace and natural beauty in Trimbakeshwar.
108 Shivaling Gufa is a sacred cave housing ancient Shivlings, symbolizing devotion and spirituality.
Gorakhnath Gufa is a historic Nath yogi cave known for meditation, silence, and spiritual energy.
Gangadwar marks the holy origin of River Godavari and is a key ritual bathing place in Trimbakeshwar.
Kolambika Mata Mandir is a revered Shakti temple associated with protection, faith, and local beliefs.