Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir – Guide
Famous Shani Dev temple is located in Kosi Kalan. This is an ancient temple of Shani Dev and his Guru Barkhandi Baba. Devotees from all over India come here to worship. A beautiful temple complex with an idol of Lord Shani carved in black stone, it is one of the best temples near Mathura and Vrindavan. The famous Shani Mandir, located near Kosi Kalan, is dedicated to Shani Dev and his Guru Barkhandi Baba. The temple is situated in the middle of the forest, hence it is also known as ‘Kokilavan Dham’.
History of this Temple
When Lord Shri Krishna was born, all the gods came to Nandgaon to see and bless the infant Krishna, Shani Dev came to Nandgaon but Lord Shri Krishna’s mother Yashoda refused to meet the newborn Krishna as she was afraid that Shani His son will feel bad if he sees Dev.
Lord Shri Krishna being pleased with his penance met Shani Dev in the form of his temple and said that whoever visits Kokilavan Dham or Shani Dev Temple Mathura will get rid of all his worries. The original temple of Lord Shani Dev still exists in Kokilavan Dham of Kosi Kalan, about 10 kilometers away from Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. The temple is situated exactly where Lord Krishna appeared in the dense forest.
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Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir Timings
Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir open for 24 hours although the best time for prayer is from 8:00 AM in the morning to 9:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Sunday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Monday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Thursday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
| Friday | 00:00 Hrs to 24:00 Hrs, Aarti: 5:30 AM |
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Places to visit near this Temple
ISKCON temple
The stunning white structure of the ISKCON temple and the beautiful idols of Lord Balarama attract many tourists. This temple is one of the most famous places to visit in Mathura.
Dauji Temple
Dauji Temple is one of the most famous places in Mathura. This temple is located close to the south-eastern region of the city of Mathura. The temple is established over 5000 years and is dedicated to Balarama, the brother of Lord Krishna.
Potara Kund
Potara Kund is one of the popular places to visit in Mathura. It is one of the four kunds of the city of Mathura. It is believed that it is in the pond of the Kund where Lord Krishna’s clothes were washed.
Jai Gurudev Mandir
This temple is also known as Naam Yog Sadhana Mandir. The temple has been built as a symbol of devotion towards Baba Jai Gurudev, who is deeply revered by the devotees.
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How to reach Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir is Indira Gandhi International Airport which is at a distance of few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Kosi Kalan Shani Mandir is Mathura which is at a walking distance from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by just walking.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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