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Airwan Temple
- Airwan,Jammu And Kashmir
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Overview
The Airwan Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is in Kathua, Airwan. Devotees who can’t visit Haridwar to submerge the ashes of the dead can do it here in Gupt Ganga. The temple is thronged by devotees during the occasion of Baisakhi and Shivaratri that are celebrated every year.
Accessibility
The Srinagar Airport is the closest airport. Kathua has its own railway station that is located at a distance of about 7 km from the city centre. Kathua is well connected with several places in India via bus services. Buses are easily available from Udhampur, Jammu, Katra, Shimla, Chandigarh, Pathankot, Srinagar, and New Delhi.
Temple Address
Airwan Temple ,
Airwan, Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir,
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
The temple is open from 05:00 am to 7:00 pm.