One of the three Jyotirlinga temples in Maharashtra is Triambakeshawar temple, with the other two being Bhimshankar Temple and Grishneshwar Temple. There are totally 12 jyotirlinga temple dotted across India, which are considered to be very sacred among all the Shiva temples. Trimbakeshwar temple is flocked by devotees round the year, most prominent of all.

Specialty:

Tri means Three and the embodiment of the Trimbakeshwar is believed to include the powers of all the Three Gods, Brahma,Vishnu and Siva, symbolized by the Three Faces in the Linga idol. The gorgeous crown covering the idol is believed to be existing since the period of Pandavas of the great epic Mahabahrath. The crown is displayed during 4 to 5 pm on every Monday, which is considered to be an auspicious event.

Trimbakeshwar temple is built completely with black stone and is located at the foothills of the Brahmagiri mountain, the origin point for three rivers including Mighty Godavari, takes course exactly from the place called Kusavarta. The temple is at a distance of 28km from Nashik city, constructed during 17th century and the presiding deity is believed to be a self-manifested one.

Festivals:

Simhasta Kumbh Mela is the most important of all festivals celebrated in Trimbakeshwar temple, conducted once in Twelve years. Millions of devotees visit the temple during this festival and take bath in River Godavari to wash away their sins.

Maha Shivaratri, which normally falls between February and March every year is celebrated in a grand manner, witnessing thousands of devotees. The elaborate rituals, discourses, concerts happening overnight will truly be a divine experience.

Temple Timings :

Trimbakeshwar temple is kept open from 5.30AM to 9 PM on all days.

Places to visit around Trimbakeshwar Temple :

Nashik is quite popular for beautiful vineyards. You can go around the yards, watch the process of vine making and even taste different varieties of vines. Anjaneri Fort, Vaitarna waterfalls, Harihar Fort, Coin Museum and Nashik Flower Park are some of the locations that may interest you to explore.

How to Reach Trimbakeshwar Temple?

Air :Nearest Airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport and the temple can be reached in Five hours.

Rail : Nearest Railhead is Igatpuri Railway station and the temple is at approximately 60km distance.

Road : Trimbakeshwar can easily be reached from Nashik and other parts, driving through the well maintained roads.