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Triyuginarayan Temple Wedding – Holy marriage destination of Lord Shiva of Devi Parvati

February 14, 2023, Sasidhar Darla Filed Under: Uncategorized

Triyuginarayan Temple is getting popular day by day as a preferred wedding destination of the Himalayas. Many celebrities over the past years have married here to take the blessings of Lord Vishnu for a happy married life. But do you know the story behind it?

Triyuginarayan Temple – The Wedding Place of Shiva-Parvati

There is a story related to the history of Triyuginarayan temple. Triyuginarayan temple is the place where Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva were tied into matrimony. There is an Agni-Kund in front of the temple, popular as Akhand Dhuni. It is the fireplace where Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati. The fire is said to have been lit on the wedding day of Lord Shiva and Parvati and has not been extinguished till now.

Blessings of Lord Vishnu – It is also believed that Lord Vishnu witnessed this holy ceremony of exchanging of vows between Shiva and Parvati. Lord Vishnu acted as Parvati’s brother while Lord Brahma played the role of a priest.

Triyuginarayan Temple Wedding Booking Decoration
Triyuginarayan Temple Wedding Decoration

Wedding Process and Rituals at Triyuginarayan

1. Bath from Holy Kund – Before the marriage, the couples need to take a bath from the water of three holy Kund – Rudra Kund, Brahma Kund and Vishnu Kund. It is believed that Shiva and Parvati also took a bath from the water of these three pools before their marriage.

2. Seven Rounds around Akhand Dhuni – ‘Akhand’ means ‘Perpetual’ and ‘Dhuni’ means ‘Flame’. Akhand Dhuni is an eternally burning flame present in the temple around which Lord Shiva and Parvati took seven rounds of marriage. The couples also take seven rounds around that pious fire amidst the Vedic mantras, reciting specific vows in each round.

3. Offerings of Wood or Samidha – The word ‘Tri Yug’ means three ages. It is believed that devotees are offering wood to the fireplace of this temple since three Yugas. During the marriage, couples also add Samidha (offerings of wood) to this eternal flame in front of the temple and collect the ashes as blessings.

What makes Triyuginarayan significant and popular for weddings?

1. Snow-capped Himalayas, Lush Greenery and Peace – The place is situated at an elevation of 1,980 metres and offers panoramic views of snow-covered mountains of the beauteous Garhwal region. This makes it the most preferred wedding destination for the couples wanting spiritual ambience in the lap of Himalayas.

2. Blessings of the Hindu Trinity – Couples tying their knot in Triyuginarayan are believed to get the divine blessings from Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva (the Hindu Trinity) at one single place.

3. Promote Conjugal Bliss – After the wedding rounds, the ashes remaining from the burning fire or Akhand Dhuni is considered the holiest. Couples carry it back with them as the ashes from this fire are believed to promote conjugal bliss and happy married life.

4. Part of Char Dham Yatra – Triyuginarayan temple is also considered a part of the holy pilgrimage Char Dham Yatra Destinations in Uttarakhand.

5. Local Touch – Couples can choose to add a local touch to their weddings with local religious traditions of Gharwal region, folk music (Maangal Geet), and varieties of food.

6. Wedding Cost under Budget – The wedding cost at Triyuginarayan is only 20-30% of what you normally pay for weddings at a hotel, lodge or farmhouse. So, you can expect the wedding under budget in nature’s lap.

Celebrities who got married at Triyuginarayan

In January 2017, TV actress Kavita Kaushik got married in Triyuginarayan Temple. She is popularly known as Chandramukhi Chautala for her leading role in the comedy TV series F.I.R

The temple is drawing the attention of the rich and the famous as well. Last year, business tycoon Mukesh Ambani was also considering Triyuginarayan Temple as the venue for the wedding of his son Aakash.

The weddings of Ghaziabad’s IPS, Aparna Gautam and Nainital’s ADM, Lalit Mohan also took place at Triyuginarayan Temple. Triyuginarayan is increasingly becoming a preferred wedding destination for international couples as well.

What is the best time to get married at Triyuginarayan?

The best time to visit Triyuginarayan is between the months of October and March (Winter season) and April to June (Summer season). Also, the temperature and weather at Triyuginarayan remains between 0°C and -15°C in winters (October to March) and between 20°C and 36°C in summers (April to September).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Triyuginarayan Temple Wedding Booking

Where is Triyuginarayan temple situated?

Triyuginarayan temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand at an elevation of 1980 metres.

What are the timings of Triyuginarayan Temple?

The timings of Triyuginarayan Temple are 7 AM to 2 PM (Morning) and 4 PM to 8 PM (Evening).

What is the history of Triyuginarayan Temple?

As per the history, Triyuginarayan is the place where the marriage of Shiva and Parvati took place at the Brahmashila, an Agni-Kund in front of the temple.

How to reach Triyuginarayan Temple?

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun (244 km). The nearest railway station is Rishikesh (261 km). By Road, the temple is 12 km away from Sonprayag.

What is the distance of Triyuginarayan from Dehradun?

The distance of Triyuginarayan from Dehradun is 260 km via road.

What is the wedding cost at Triyuginarayan?

The wedding cost at Triyuginarayan is only 20-30% of what you spent on weddings at a hotel or lodge. Here you can expect the wedding under budget.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

June 29, 2022, Sasidhar Darla 2 Comments Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Devi Temples

Dakshineswar Kali Temple located on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River is in the honour of Goddess Ma Kali (Mother Kali). The presiding deity is Bhavatarini. And the Holy River Ganga flows by the side of the temple where the devotees take bath on auspicious days.

Devotees from Western countries also come here to pay respect to the Holy mother Kali and also to Sri Ramkrishna Parhamhansa a mystic from the 19th century and his wife Sarada Devi.

Built during the 19th century (1847-1855) by the reformist Rani Rashmoni it shows clear signs of the then Bengal architecture. Moreover, the style of Nava-Ratna (Nine Spires) is there in this three storeyed south facing temple which stands on a high platform with a flight of stairs.

The ‘garbha griha’ in Bengali stands for “sanctum sanctorum” where the Devi Bhavatarini stands on the chest of Lord Shiva. Both the idols are placed on a thousand-petaled lotus made of silver. Lying close to the main temple is a series of twelve Shiva temples identical in their stature consist the traditional “aath-chala” Bengal style.

What is the history of Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

The history of the Dakshineswar Kali Temple is that in the year 1847, the widow, Rani Rashmoni set out to express her love for the Divine Mother with a convoy of twenty four boats carrying relatives, servants and labourers to the city of Banaras.

Legend says that just before the night of the pilgrimage the Divine Mother Kali appeared in her dream asking her to build a  shrine for her on the “ banks of the river Ganga and there she would accept worship from her devotees”.

So she set out to build this vast temple complex consisting temples of Goddess Kali, Lord Shiva and a temple of Radha Krishna. It took eight years to build the entire structure.  The temple head priest was a scholarly elder sage famous by the name of Ramkumar. But within a year of its foundation he died and hence passed on the responsibilities to his brother Ramkrishna who attained “moksha” through his love for the Divine Mother and brought great fame to the Dakshineswar temple.

What is the significance of Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Significance of Dakshineswar Kali Temple is that the planning of the Dakshineswar Kali Temple is such that it offers space for rooms of staffs and guests of the temple. There is also an orchard to the north where there is the ‘Panchavati’ with the banyan tree and the Bel tree.

The Dakshineswar Kali Temple’s atmosphere is indifferent to praise or criticism, here the lowly and highly does not have any difference. Here all live with an unusual harmony. Time- is mystery in the place. It seems as if time has stopped here. The streets outside the Dakshineswar Kali Temple increase the anticipation of the devotees for Ma Kali who would soon shower her love and calm your mind. The Divine Mother is decorated with ornaments like anklets, necklaces made of gold and pearls, a garland of human heads made out of gold and a golden nose ring with a pearl-drop.

 Here Sri Ramkrishna sat for hours in meditation. In recent times this area has been redesigned in an ethnic manner. The main temple has a magnificent “Natmandir”, or music hall. To the northwest and southwest parts of the temple premises there are two “Nahabhats” or music towers.

What are the timings of Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Here are the timings of Dakshineshwar Kali Temple:

TimingsFromTo
Open (Morning) 7 am12 pm
Open (Evening) 3:30 pm9 pm
Mangal arati (summer)4:00 am
Mangal Aarti (Winter)5:00 am
Bhog arati12:00 pm
Sandhya aarti (Summer) 7:00 p.m.
Sandhya aarti (Winter)6:30 p.m.

What are the festivals Celebrated at Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Some of the festivals celebrated at Dakshineswar Kali Temple are:

  • Kalpataru one of the holiest of festivals at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Followers of Sri Ramkrishna attend this festival with much enthusiasm. It occurs on the first day of the English calendar i.e. 1st January.
  • Devotees celebrate Navaratri at Dakshineswar Kali Temple with grandeur for nine days and nine nights. The worship of  ‘kumari’ kanyas or girls who yet to attain puberty takes place in front of the Divine Mother. Then, on the ninth day comes the Ayudhya puja where devotees place their tools for livelihood hoping for success and happiness.
  • The Dusshera sees the celebration of Goddess Saraswati who showers knowledge and wisdom to her worshipers.
  • On Diwali,  Kali pooja takes place at Dakshineswar Kali Temple where the devotees worship deity Bhavatarini. The devotees also decorate the entire temple complex is with diyas and strings of lights. Nowadays sky lights are also lit within the temple premises making the whole place glow with bright lights.

Which Poojas and Rituals are performed at Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

The poojas and rituals performed at Dakshineswar Kali Temple are:

  • Once a month takes place the Amavasya (darkest night) ritual where devotees offer their prayers after a daylong of fasting and breaks it after the priest has performed the Homa
  • The second month of the Bengal year Jaistha which is the summer season beckons the Phalaharini Kali puja on a new moon night.
  • The Durga puja is the most grand of all festivals for Bengal. And here at Dakhshineswar the Durga puja is celebrated with grand events. Priests recite from holy Sanskrit texts for five days telling about the victory of Ma Durga over the Ashura or demon. Here the priests perform the puja in front of the Kali image.
  • One of the most important ritual or puja taking place at Dakshineswar Kali Temple is Kali puja. It takes place during Diwali and hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and devotees walk into the temple complex to offer prayers and gifts to Goddess Kali. Both Tantric and Brahmanical rituals are performed to Ma Kali and thousands of visitors get to see the entire ritual.

The Dakshineswar Kali Temple committee also prepares the bhog/prasad made especially for puja and rituals. It is distributed to a long line of devotees visiting the temple and desiring Maayer Prasad (offerings from the Divine Mother).

How to reach Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Here’s how to reach Dakshineswar Kali Temple:

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is to the left of Dunlop junction. If one travels by metro, there is Dum Dum metro station nearby. Barrackpore Trunk Road can be sought from Shyambazar’s five-point crossing, in north Kolkata. This is another route to travel by road.  And turning left one can reach Dakshineswar.

Where to eat near Dakshineswar kali Temple?

Some of the places where one can eat near Dakshineswar Kali Temple are:

  • The lanes outside the Dakshineswar Kali Temple is famous for its street food especially kachodi and cholar dal that visitors crave upon. The most famous is the Dakhshineswar peda a kind of sweet that from young to old is a delight for the tongue.
  • The Bharadwaj lodge and restaurant is a famous place there. People often stop by it since it is not far from the temple.
  • Visitors who are non-vegetarian can stop by the famous Gol Bari restaurant about 6.2 km from Dakshineswar which is famous for its’ kosha mangsho (chicken recipe).
  • Several new places for food have opened like “Bangaliyaana”, “Dunlop Hotel and Restaurant” etc.

Where to stay near Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Some of the places where one can stay near Dakshineswar Kali Temple are:

  • The Debalay Guest House at T.N.Mukherjee road is comfortable and convenient for travellers.
  • The Holy Nest Guest house is another place where travellers can arrange accommodations. It is also not far from the Dakshineswar Kali Temple area and has a pleasant atmosphere.

What are some of the temples near Dakshineswar Kali Temple?

Some of the temples near Dakshineswar Kali Temple are:

  • The Adyapeath temple is a very famous place for pilgrims. It is near the Dakshineswar Kali Temple and is for Goddess Kali. It is a beautiful place where devotees visit every year for peace and tranquility.
  • The Belur Math: Swami Vivekananda, disciple of Sri Ramkrishna built the the Belur Math. It is a very worthy place to visit in the early mornings where the atmosphere is calm and quiet. The place is notable for its fusion of Hindu, Islam and Christian symbols that shows that oneness of all religions.
  • The Shobhabajar Rajbari is also a famous tourist spot. It has historical importance that attracts visitors.
  • Another place where devotees visit is the Hanseswari Temple. It is in Bashberia town, in the Hooghly district. Here people can see Goddess Hanseswari who is another avatar of Goddess Kali. It has a six storey shrine which has the form of a human body.
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Dwarka Somnath Tour Package from Ahmedabad

February 14, 2023, Sasidhar Darla Leave a Comment Filed Under: Uncategorized

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Myoksha Travels provides the best tour packages to the holy shrines of Dwarka and Somnath from Ahmedabad. We have two different packages – Deluxe and Luxury. We have a well-defined itinerary and packages. We also customize our packages according to the preferences of our customers.

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The budget for 2 people, in a Deluxe package, is around Rs.44,000/. The cost of the same in a Luxury package would be around Rs. 6,000/ more. The per head cost varies according to the number of people traveling and the package chosen. Different types of tour packages are available, and the cost varies according to the facilities available.

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We also customize our packages as per the requirements of our customers. In our tour package to Dwarka and Somnath Jyotirlinga from Ahmedabad, we will pick you up from Ahmedabad and start your journey with us. After completing the tour, we will also provide a drop back to Ahmedabad and end your trip with us there.

Dwarka Somnath Tour Itinerary from Ahmedabad

Day1: Ahmedabad – Dwarka

  • Pickup from Ahmedabad. Your Dwarka Somnath tour starts.
  • Proceed to Jamnagar and visit Bala Hanuman Temple (if time permits).
  • Reach Dwarka and check-in to the hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Dwarka.

Day2: Dwarka Local

  • Early morning darshan in Dwarkadhish Temple.
  • Later visit Bet Dwarka.
  • On way back visit Gopi Talav, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, and Rukmini Dwarka.
  • Attend evening aarti in Dwarkadhish temple.
  • Overnight stay in Dwarka.

Day3: Dwarka – Porbandar – Somnath

  • Early morning check-out from the hotel and depart to Moola Dwaraka.
  • Complete darshan in Moola Dwaraka.
  • Later depart to Porbandar.
  • At Porbandar visit Kirti Mandir – the place where Gandhiji was born.
  • Also, visit Sudhama Dwarka Temple.
  • Later proceed to Somnath and check-in to the hotel.
  • In the evening, visit Somnath Temple and complete darshan.
  • Visit Triveni Ghat, Geeta Mandir, Mukti Dwarka and Bhalka Tirth.
  • Overnight stay in Somnath.

Day4: Somnath – Gir – Ahmedabad

  • Finish early morning darshan in Somnath.
  • Check-out from the hotel and proceed to Gir National Park.
  • Complete the lion safari and proceed to Ahmedabad (optional activity at own cost).
  • Drop off at Railway station/Airport for your onward journey. Your Dwarka Somnath tour ends.
Somnath Temple
Somnath Temple

Different budgets for different packages are mentioned below:

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3 People Rs.47,000 Rs.55,000
4 People Rs.51,000 Rs.64,000
5 People Rs.57,000 Rs.72,000
6 People Rs.62,000 Rs.81,000
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