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Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple Vrindavan: The well-known and magnificent Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple is one of the many sacred temples in Vrindavan. Lord Shiva is present in the form of a Shiva Lingam at the revered Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple. This temple is located close to the sacred Yamuna river in the devout Banshivat region. For those who worship Lord Shiva, the ethereal attraction is one of the main draws of the Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple in Vrindavan.  The name Gopeshwar Mahadev Mandir is derived from the idol of Lord Shiva established in the temple premises, which is a disguised Gopi. 

Let us check out some unknown facts about this sacred and unique lord shiva temple further. 

Shri Gopeshwar Mahadev temple is one of the ancient temples located in Vrindavan. (Image Source: Instagram)

Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple: Unknown Facts About This Sacred Shrine 

- Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple is one of the ancient temples of Vrindavan. According to folklore, once Radha Rani, together with various gopis made a rule that only women may take part in the Raas Leela. Lord Shiva took on the disguise of a Gopi because he too desired to partake in the joyous Raas Leela with Lord Krishna. Since then, Lord Shiva has been worshipped as a gopi at the Gopeshwar Mahadev temple. 

- Mondays are usually the busiest day for pilgrims visiting Gopeshwar Mahadev in Vrindavan since Monday is associated with Lord Shiva. Visiting this temple in the Hindu month of Shravan opens the door to salvation.

- In addition to its spiritual and historical importance, the Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple is well known for its exquisite design. The temple features beautiful spires, marble facades, and detailed sculptures typical of North Indian temple architecture.  

- In addition to being a historically and architecturally significant place, the Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple in Vrindavan is a spiritual paradise where the unending love of Lord Krishna and the devotion of his Gopis are cherished.

- The sanctum sanctorum, also known as the garbhagriha, is located in the centre of the temple and is home to Lord Shiva in the form of Gopeshwar Mahadev. The altar is beautifully crafted and frequently embellished with flowers and offerings.

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- Significant festivals like Maha Shivratri, Holi, Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Radha Ashtami, Diwali, Annakut Festival, Gopashtami, Kartik Purnima, Gita Jayanti and Ekadashi Mahotsavas are celebrated in the temple premises with utmost reverence. 



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