Nasik Sri Trimbakeshwar (Jyotirlinga ) Temple, Maharashtra

Address

Nasik Sri Trimbakeshwar (Jyotirlinga Temple), Nasik, Maharashtra 422212

Deity

Trimbakeshwar, Amman: Jadeswari

Introduction

• Location: Trimbak, Nashik District, Maharashtra, India.
• Dedicated to: Lord Shiva, and one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
• Significance: It marks the origin of the sacred Godavari river.
• Temple Structure: Located between Brahmagiri, Nilagiri, and Kalagiri hills.
• Unique Feature: The temple has three lingams representing Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.

Puranic Significance

• Story of Creation: Shiva tested Brahma and Vishnu’s supremacy of creation by appearing as a huge pillar of light (Jyotirlinga). Vishnu conceded defeat while Brahma lied, leading Shiva to curse Brahma.
• The Jyotirlinga: Symbolizes Shiva’s infinite nature, representing the beginningless and endless Stambha (pillar).
• 12 Jyotirlingas: These shrines are considered very auspicious, each named after the presiding deity.

Beliefs

• Aridra Nakshatra: Shiva manifested as a Jyotirlinga on this night.
• The Jyotirlinga’s Significance: Represents the infinite, formless, and transcendent nature of Lord Shiva, who is regarded as the absolute Brahman of the universe.

Special Features

• Trimbakeshwar Linga: Features three faces representing Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Rudra (Shiva).
• Erosion: Due to excessive water usage, the linga erodes, symbolizing the eroding nature of human society.
• Crown: The linga is covered by a jeweled crown made from diamonds, emeralds, and other precious stones, from the Pandava era.
• Architecture: The temple is made of black stone and is known for its appealing sculptures. It is located at the foothills of Brahmagiri mountain, where the Godavari river has its origin.

Festivals

• Kumbhmela: Held every 12 years during the Simhasta period (in Leo), where lakhs of devotees take a holy dip in the Kushavartha.
• Kushavartha and Ganga Sagar: The area has corridors with statues carved on the four sides. Near Kushavartha is the Ganga Sagar lake.

Century/Period/Age

2000 to 3000

Managed By

Shri Trimbakeshwar Devasthan Trust

Nearest Bus Station

Nasik

Nearest Railway Station

Nasik

Nearest Airport

Nasik

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