Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple in the town of Trimbak, in the Nashik District of Maharashtra. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. What makes this Jyotirlinga unique is its three faces embodying Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Rudra (Shiva). The temple is situated at the foothills of the Brahmagiri Mountain, which is the source of the sacred Godavari River. The extraordinary feature of the Jyotirlinga located here is that it is a cavity in which three distinct lingas are placed, representing the supreme trinity of Hinduism.
Kushavarta Kund
It is said that Sage Gautama stopped the flow of Ganga here by holding a bundle of Kusha grass, hence the name 'Kushavarta'.
Trimurti Linga
The temple houses a unique linga with three faces representing the creation (Brahma), preservation (Vishnu), and destruction (Mahesh).
Status
Open Daily
Seva
Kalsarp Shanti
Style
Peshwa Period
Distance
28km fr Nashik
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Narayan Nagbali Puja?
It is a specialized ritual performed for Pitra Dosh and for souls that haven't attained peace. Trimbakeshwar is considered the most powerful place for this.
Are there dress codes for the inner sanctum?
Yes, men must wear a traditional Dhoti and remain bare-chested to enter the inner core for special puja. For general darshan, normal decent clothes are allowed.
How to reach Trimbakeshwar from Nashik?
It is 28 km from Nashik. Regular city buses, private cabs, and shared autos are available from the Nashik CBS and railway station.
Is the Godavari river always flowing?
Yes, the river flows throughout the year, but the Kushavarta Kund is the main accessible point for holy dips.
