Pali Gufa wala Mandir- Guide
Parshuram Temple also known as Pali Gufa wala Mandir is a famous temple located in Pali district of Rajasthan state. This famous temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva or Mahadev. Parshuram Temple is an ancient cave where you have to climb 500 steps to reach it so, this is also known as gufa Wala Mandir. The temple also offers a spectacular view from the top of the Aravalli Hills
History of this Temple
The history of Pali Gufa wala Mandir, it is believed that Saint Parshuram, who is said to be the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, made a cave with his axe and worshiped Lord Shiva at the foothills of Aravali mountain. For this reason, a temple dedicated to Parshuram was built here on top of the hill, which we know as Parshuram Mahadev Temple. The Shivling installed in the temple is considered to be self-manifested. It is also believed that only the person who has seen Parshuram Mahadev can open the doors of Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand.
Pali Gufa wala Mandir opens at 6:00 AM in the morning and close at 7:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 7:30 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 6:30 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Sunday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Monday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Thursday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
| Friday | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM, Aarti: 07:30 AM, & 06:30 PM |
Lakhotia Garden
Lakhotia Garden is a major tourist destination of Pali. Let us tell you that this garden is surrounded by the Lakhotia pond and because of this it got its name. The main attraction of this garden is the Shiva temple situated in the centre here which attracts a lot of tourists.
Bangur Museum
There are many tools in this museum which belong to the Palaeolithic period. Apart from this, Bangur Museum also has a wonderful collection of paintings and weapons, which describe the culture of Rajasthan. Many coins related to Tughlaq, Khilji and other rulers are kept here.
Jawai Dam
Jawai Dam is a major dam on the Jawai River which is about 70 years old and is the largest dam in Rajasthan. Let us tell you that this dam works as a lifeline for the nearby villages. This dam is very beautiful and attractive in appearance.
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How to reach Pali Gufa wala Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Pali Gufa wala Mandir is Udaipur airport which is at a distance of about 190 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 Pali Gufa wala Mandir is falna railway station 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 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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