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Triyuginarayan Temple – Uttarakhand, India

Location

Triyuginarayan Temple is a sacred Hindu shrine located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas at an altitude of around 1,980 meters (6,500 ft). It lies approximately 12 kilometers from Sonprayag, on the route to Kedarnath, and is surrounded by stunning vistas of snow-clad mountains and dense forests.

Historical & Mythological Significance

The Triyuginarayan Temple is deeply rooted in Sanatana Dharma and is revered as the Eternal Wedding Site of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The word triyugi means three yugas (satya, treta, and dvapara), and Narayan refers to Lord Vishnu, Who is believed to have acted as Parvati’s Brother and officiated The Celestial Wedding.

According to scriptures, Lord Brahma Acted as the priest during The Wedding, and Agni (fire) was lit as a witness. This eternal flame (akhand dhuni) still burns in front of The Temple and is believed to have been burning since The Divine Wedding, symbolizing eternal love and union.

The Temple is constructed in the north indian himalayan architectural style, similar to Kedarnath Temple, and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe. However, it holds immense significance for devotees of Shiva And Parvati.

Spiritual Importance

  • Akhand dhuni (perpetual fire): The sacred flame has been burning continuously since The Divine Wedding.

  • Brahma Shila: The stone where The Wedding rituals were performed.

  • Kundas (sacred ponds): Four holy water tanks are present—Rudra Kund (for bathing), Vishnu Kund (for sipping water), Brahma Kund, and Saraswati Kund.

Triyuginarayan is considered highly auspicious for hindu marriages, and many couples from across the country get married here to receive the Blessings Of Lord Shiva And Maa Parvati.

How To Reach

  • By air:

    • Nearest airport: Jolly grant airport, dehradun (~240 km)

    • From there, hire a taxi or take a bus to sonprayag and then to Triyuginarayan.

  • By train:

    • Nearest railway station: Rishikesh (~210 km)

    • Buses and taxis are available from rishikesh to guptkashi/sonprayag.