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Gorakshanath Temple
- Dhekan Moha,Maharashtra
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Overview
Gorakshanath Mandir is located on the high hill near the town Beed in Maharashtr, India. The temple consists of a shrine dedicated to Lord Mahadev and the Samadhi place of Gorakshanath. It is said that Gorakshanath threw a golden brick on that hill and thus the temple was built there. The temple has an amazing natural surrounding, which adds beauty to the place.
How to Reach Beed
Airport
The Aurangabad domestic airport is the closest and is approximately 133km away. The nearest international airports are the Mumbai and Pune airports which are around 418km and 250km approximately.
Railways
The closest railway station is located in Parali Vaijnath which is around 120 kms from Beed. Aurangabad (133 km) and Ahmednagar (145 km) are also the other stations that are situated near the town.
Road
Beed is well connected to various towns in the state. A national highway connecting Ahmedbad and Hyderabad runs through Beed. MSRTC and few other private agencies ply bus services to many main cities of the state from Beed.
Temple Address
Gorakshanath Temple,
Gorakksha Nath, Dhekan Moha,
Beed District, Maharashtra,
India, Pincode - 431122.
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 06:00 am to 09:00 pm on all days.