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Gaivinath Shiv Temple Lake

Satna, Madhya Pradesh, India
Located in Birsinghpur, this temple is dedicated to a "Self-Manifested" (Swayambhu) broken Shivalinga. It is known as Gavinath Dham and is considered an "Upalinga" of Mahakal Ujjain. The adjacent lake is used for holy dips and religious ceremonies, creating a serene spiritual landscape for thousand s of devotees who visit year-round.

General information

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    Ideal Duration:
    2 Hours
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    Place Type:
    Pilgrimage & Nature
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    Entry Fees:
    No entry fee is required. Small charges may apply for specific puja services. Parking for vehicles is nominally charged by local vendors. ...
    No entry fee is required. Small charges may apply for specific puja services. Parking for vehicles is nominally charged by local vendors.
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    Timing:
    Open from 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM. Morning aarti occurs at 06:00 AM. Evening aarti is at 07:30 PM.

    Ideal Visit Time: Monday or Festivals. ...
    Open from 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM. Morning aarti occurs at 06:00 AM. Evening aarti is at 07:30 PM.

    Ideal Visit Time: Monday or Festivals.
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    Special Events:
    Mahashivratri Fair is a massive event attracting lakhs of people. The Sawan Month (July-August) sees constant festivities every Monday. ...
    Mahashivratri Fair is a massive event attracting lakhs of people. The Sawan Month (July-August) sees constant festivities every Monday.
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    Best Photo Spots:
    The Temple Spire Reflection in the lake water is iconic. The Main Entrance Gate decorated during festivals. The panoramic view from the Lake Ghats. ...
    The Temple Spire Reflection in the lake water is iconic. The Main Entrance Gate decorated during festivals. The panoramic view from the Lake Ghats.

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Things To Do

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    Take a holy dip in the Gaivinath Lake before prayers. Attend the evening Sandhya Aarti for a soulful experience. Explore the local market in Birsinghpur for religious artifacts. Offer water and milk to the Swayambhu Linga. Walk around the temple parikrama path. Feed the fish in the sacred lake. Capture the reflection of the temple spire in the water. Participate in the Sawan Monday prayers. Observe the unique rituals performed by local priests. Find a quiet spot on the ghat for meditation. ...

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Information

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    Why Famous:
    It is famous for the Broken Shivalinga which is worshiped despite being damaged, a rarity in Hinduism. The temple finds mention in the Padma Purana.

    Legend of Gavi Yadav: The temple is named after a devotee named Gavi Yadav whose house once stood where the Linga e...
    It is famous for the Broken Shivalinga which is worshiped despite being damaged, a rarity in Hinduism. The temple finds mention in the Padma Purana.

    Legend of Gavi Yadav: The temple is named after a devotee named Gavi Yadav whose house once stood where the Linga emerged.
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    Architecture:
    The temple features a traditional North Indian Shikhara (spire). The main sanctum holds the broken Linga inside a silver-plated base.

    Lake Construction: The lake is a vast rectangular reservoir with stone ghats measuring over 200 meters in length. It was renovate...
    The temple features a traditional North Indian Shikhara (spire). The main sanctum holds the broken Linga inside a silver-plated base.

    Lake Construction: The lake is a vast rectangular reservoir with stone ghats measuring over 200 meters in length. It was renovated by the local royalty centuries ago.
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    How To Reach:
    By Air: Khajuraho Airport is 135 KM away.

    By Train: Satna Junction is the closest major railhead (35 KM).

    By Road: Well connected by bus and taxi from Satna.

    By Local Transport...
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    Near Tourist Places:
    Satna (35 KM), Chitrakoot (80 KM), Maihar (85 KM), Tulsi Museum (50 KM), Madhavgarh Fort (42 KM), Sharadha Devi (85 KM), Rewa (90 KM).

Tourism Tips

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    Dress modestly as it is a highly revered religious site. Beware of monkeys around the temple. Carry extra clothes if you plan to bathe in the lake. ATM is available in Birsinghpur town. ...

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