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Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, History Of Grishneshwar Temple, Jyotirlingas of Maharashtra

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Dwadash Jyotirlings - Grishneshwar(Ellora) - Introduction

Introduction

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Introduction: 
   
This Jyotirling is located in Verul village of the Aurangabad district in Maharashtra.
    
It is 28 km from Aurangabad and 14 km from Daulatabad.
    
Ghrishneshwar Jyotirling is also known as Kusumeshwar and Ghushmeshwar.
    
At 500 metres away from the main temple (Jyotirling) are the famous Ellora caves, now declared a world heritage.
   
There are a number of sacred sites like Dhareshwar, Sahastra Ling, Pataleshwar, and Suryeshwar on the way from Daulatabad to Ghrishneshwar.
 

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Mythological Beliefs

Mythological Beliefs: 
   
According to Shiv Puran, worshipping Ghrishneshwar Jyotirling rids all the sins of life and increases happiness in the same manner as the moon increases in size during the Shukla paksh.
    
 The devotees believe that worshipping this Jyotirling is equivalent to worshipping all the 12 Jyotirlings.
    
According to the Skand Puran, Shiv made this his abode after being upset with Parvati. It was then that she took the form of a tribal girl and pleased Shiv.
   
The belief about Yel Ganga is that Lord Shiv transformed Sudhanva, a female hunter, into Yel Ganga.
    
According to the anecdote in Shiv Puran regarding the appearance of this Jyotirling, Shiv was pleased with Ghushma, the second wife of Bhardwaj-gotriya Brahmin Sudharma, who lived here and therefore, he appeared in the form of a Jyotirling.
   
In ancient times, this forest was known as Kamyak forest and the region, as Mahesh Mauli.
 

Historical Facts

History: 
   
According to Shiv Puran, worshipping Ghrishneshwar Jyotirling rids all the sins of life and increases happiness in the same manner as the moon increases in size during the Shukla paksh.
    
 The devotees believe that worshipping this Jyotirling is equivalent to worshipping all the 12 Jyotirlings.
    
According to the Skand Puran, Shiv made this his abode after being upset with Parvati. It was then that she took the form of a tribal girl and pleased Shiv.
   
The belief about Yel Ganga is that Lord Shiv transformed Sudhanva, a female hunter, into Yel Ganga.
    
According to the anecdote in Shiv Puran regarding the appearance of this Jyotirling, Shiv was pleased with Ghushma, the second wife of Bhardwaj-gotriya Brahmin Sudharma, who lived here and therefore, he appeared in the form of a Jyotirling.
   
In ancient times, this forest was known as Kamyak forest and the region, as Mahesh Mauli.
 

Main Places To See

Main Places To See: 
   
Ghrishneshwar Temple:
 
Made of red stone, this is the main temple where the Jyotirling is based. A huge Nandi statue stands outside the Garbhgriha. The temple can be entered in from 3 sides. The hall (sabha mandap) has 24 pillars with beautiful sculptures. The Ling in the temple faces the east.
    
Shivalay Teerth:
 
It is believed that the lake was built by Shiv to quench Parvati’s thirst.
    
Yel Ganga:
 
This small river flowing to the west from Verul (Ellora) has a special spiritual significance.
    
Ellora:
 
Declared as a world heritage site, Ellora has 39 caves that belong to Hinduism (22), Buddhism (12), and Jainism (5).
    
Khuldabad:
 
Situated here is the tomb of Aurangzeb, and it is believed that a strand of hair from the beard of Mohammad, the founder of Islam, has been preserved here. It is situated at a distance of 3 km.
   
Daulatabad:
 
Earlier called as Devgiri, the name was changed to Daulatabad by Mohammad bin Tughlaq. The Chaand Minar and Cheeni Mahal are worth a visit.
 

Main Festivals

Main Festivals: 
   
Mahashivratri:
 
Celebrated on the Chaturdashi of the Magh month (February), it is the biggest festival here. A fair held on this occasion is visited by not only the local people, but also Shiv devotees and tourists from far off places.
   
Shravan mela:
 
It is flooded with Shiv devotees during the entire Shravan month (July-August). On Mondays, slogans of “Shiv” are heard all over the place.
   
Vaikunth Chaturdashi:
 
It is celebrated in the Kartik month (November) to mark the union of Hari (Vishnu) and Har (Shiv). It is noteworthy that on this day, Shiv is worshipped with tulsi and Vishnu with Bilva patra (leaves).
 

Where To Stay

Where To Stay : 
   
Dharamshalas
 
 Antar Dharmshala  Ghrishneshwar
   
Hotels:
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Panchvati Hotel
 Address
 Padmapur, Railway Station, Aurangabad, Maharashtra - 431 005
 Telephone
 +91 - 240 - 2325469
 Web Site  www.hotelpanchavati.com
   
 
 Category
 General
 Name
 Devsthan Dharmshala
 Address
 Near temple, Ellora
 Telephone
 +91 - 2437 - 244 585, Mobile - 094233985
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Hotel Grand Palace
 Address
 Plot No 8, Opp. Bust Stand, Aurangabad, Maharashtra - 431 005
 Telephone
 0240 - 2335501
   
 
 Category
 Medium
 Name
 Hotel Kailash
 Address
 Ellora
 Telephone
 +91 - 2437 - 244 446
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 The Meadows
 Address
 Gate No. 135-136, Village Mitmita, Mumbai - Nasik
 Highway, Aurangabad, Maharashtra – 431 002
 Telephone
 0240 - 2677412
 Web Site  www.themeadowsresort.com
   
 
 Category
 High
 Name
 Taj Regency Hotel
 Address
 8-N-12, CIDCO, Roja Baug, Aurangabad - 431 003
 Telephone
 +91 - 240 - 238 1106
 Fax
 +91 - 240 - 2381053
 E-mail  residency.aurangabad@tajhotels.com
 Web Site  www.tajhotels.com
 

Location/Climate

Location/Climate: 
 
Location
 
 Geographical  Location  Height  Above  Sea Level  Average Annual Rainfall
 Latitude  Longitude  513 metres  800 mm
 20˚ N  75.1˚ E
   
 
Temperature

Temperature is given in degrees Celsius.
 
 Month  Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr  May  Jun  Jul  Aug  Sep  Oct   Nov    Dec
 Maximum 
29
32
36
38
40
35
29
29
30
31
30
29
 Minimum
5
7
12
16
21
25
26
25
23
19
9
5
   
 
Important Informations
This Jyotirling is situated on Devgiri Mountains in the Sahyadri mountain range and the Yel Ganga flows near it.
October to march is the ideal time for touring. However, Shiv devotees visit during Shravan month (July-August) too in large numbers.
 

General Information

General Information: 
 
 STD Code
 02437
 Puja Timings  5.30 - 9.30 a.m. and 3.00 - 11.00 p.m.
 Police Assistance
  Control Room, Aurangabad, Tel: 2240500
 Ambulance/Hospital
 Dwarika Hospital
 101, J-Sector, Ranjanwan Society, Near Central Bank,  Aurangabad, Maharashtra - 431 003
 Currency  Exchange
 Central Bank of India
 CIDCO - N23, 297, Near Hotel Ajanta Ambassador
 Chikalthana, Aurangabad – 431 001
 Tel: +91 - 240 - 2485834
 ATM Centre  ICICI Bank
 Shop NO. 29 & 30, Upper Ground Floor,
 Siddharth Arcade, Station Road,
 Aurangabad - 431 005
 State Bank of India
 P. B. No. 3,
 Jaagi Building, Kranti Chowk,
 Aurangabad, Maharashtra - 431 001
 Post Office
 Ellora Sub Post Office, Taluka - Khuldabad,
 PIN - 431 102, Dist - Aurangabad
 Tel: +91 - 2437 - 244 450
 Tourist Office
  MTDC Holiday Resort, Station Road,
 Aurangabad, Tel: 0240 - 2331513
 Shopping
 Paithani sarees and Himru shawls can be bought   from   Paithani Silk Weaving Centre on Jalna Road in   Aurangabad. 
   
 
Food
Bhakri and Pithla can be enjoyed in Kailash Hotel of Ghrishneshwar. Milan Hotel and MTDC Restaurant and Bar also serve good food.
 

Travel Planner

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Airports in the vicinity: 
- मुंबई
- पुणे
- औरंगाबाद
- शोलापुर
- नागपुर
Railway: 
 Main Railway Stations  Station Code
 Mumbai CST  CSTM
 Pandharpur  PVR
 Surat  STA
 Ahmadnagar  ANG
 Pune  Pune
 Jejuri  JJR
 Nasik  NK
Road Distance from Destinations: 
 Trimbakeshwar  Nashik 26 Km
 Mumbai 141 Km
 Pune 206 Km
 Nashik

 

  Mumbai 158 Km
 Nagpur 201 Km
 Aurangabad 197 Km
 Shirdi  Nashik 96 Km
 Aurangabad 130 Km
 Ahmednagar 89 Km
 Kailashnath- Ellora  Nashik 177 Km
 Mumbai 331 Km
 Aurangabad 28 Km
 Ghrishneshwar  Aurangabad 32 Km
 Nashik 177 Km
 Shegaon  Nagpur 106 Km
 Aurangabad 167 Km
 Mahabaleshwar  Pune 86 Km
 Solapur 260 Km
 Pandharpur  Pune 196 Km
 Aurangabad 290 Km
 Shani Shingnapur  Aurangabad 84 Km
 Nashik 65 Km
 Pune 65 Km
 Bhimashankar  Mumbai 108 Km
 Pune 87 Km
 Nashik 145 Km
 Jejuri  Pune 40 Km
 Solapur 215 Km
   Aurangabad 244 Km

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