Senior leader of the Congress party, Rahul Gandhi, has announced his visit to the historic Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple in Nashik on March 14th, where he plans to pay his respects. This pilgrimage marks his fourth visit to a Jyotirlinga temple as part of the Bharat Jodi Nyay Yatra.
Known for his devout devotion to Lord Shiva, Rahul Gandhi's visit to the Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple holds significant importance, as confirmed by the state Congress President, Nana Patole. The yatra's entry into Maharashtra was met with enthusiastic support as preparations are underway for Gandhi's visit.
Nestled amidst picturesque surroundings at the foothills of Brahmagiri, Nilagiri, and Kalagiri in Nashik, the Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple is revered as one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples across India.
Highlighting Gandhi's earlier visits to other Jyotirlingas, AICC General Secretary of Communications, Jairam Ramesh, mentioned his prayers at Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar (Jharkhand), Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), and the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh).
Situated at the source of the Godavari River, India's second-longest river, the Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple holds a special place in Hindu mythology. The temple's distinctive feature is its three-faced Jyotirlinga, symbolizing Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva.
Originally constructed by Peshwa Balaji Bajirao-III in February 1756 on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, the temple stands as a testament to architectural and spiritual grandeur. Its architectural symbolism is evident through gates in all four directions, each representing different stages of life according to temple scriptures.
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