Srinagar Shankaracharya Temple – Guide
The Shankaracharya temple is built on hill in Srinagar which is known as Gopadri. Shankaracharya is known as the great pioneer of Advaitaism. Kashmiri Pandits believe that Adi Shankara came here in the 8th century. Because of this reason, the name of this temple is Shankaracharya Temple. This temple of Lord Shiva is also popular by the name of Jyetheshwar Mahadev.
By climbing about 244 steps, the devotees reach in front of the temple. Being located at such a height, the temple offers a magnificent view of Srinagar city and the entire Dal Lake. This temple is built at a height of about 1000 feet from Srinagar. The sanctum sanctorum of the temple is circular. From the main gate one has to climb 244 steps to reach the garden in front of the temple and another 30 steps to reach the sanctum sanctorum of the temple.
A giant Shivalinga of Lord Shiva is installed in the sanctum sanctorum of this Temple. Looking at the style of this temple, it is estimated that it was built in the sixth or seventh century. After going down a few steps from the sanctum sanctorum, you see a small room made of stones, which is believed to be the penance place of Shankaracharya. In 1644 AD, Shah Jahan got the roof and pillars of the temple built. In this temple Shivratri is celebrated with great enthusiasm.
Srinagar Shankaracharya Temple Timings
Srinagar Shankaracharya Temple opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 6:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 6:00 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 5:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Aarti: 06:00 AM & 05:00 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Indira Gandhi memorial tulip garden
This is the famous tulip garden of the City which is located at a distance of about few kms from this temple.
Pari Mahal
This is the most beautiful palace located in the city. This place is located at a distance of about few kms from this temple.
Shalimar Bagh
This famous place is located at a distance of about few kms from this temple.
Betab Valley
This is the beautiful valley which is located at a distance of about few kms from this temple.
Floating vegetable market
This is the famous vegetable market of the city which starts from the 4:00 AM in the morning. This place is located at a distance of about few kms from this temple.
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How to reach Srinagar Shankaracharya Temple
By Air- The nearest airport from Shankaracharya Temple is Srinagar airport which is at a distance of about 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 Srinagar Shankaracharya Temple is Udhampur railway station which is at a distance of about 200 kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
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 local transport services or taxi from any part of the country.
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