Gopinath Mandir is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at Gopeshwar, in Uttaranchal. The temple stands out in its architectural proficiency; it is topped by a magnificent dome and the 30 sq ft sanctum sanctorum, which is accessible by 24 doors.
Legends Associated with This Shrine
Legend is that the trident got fixed in this spot when Lord Shiva threw it at Lord Kama to kill him. The metal of the trident is not weathered by the elements and this is a wonder. The legend goes that the trident belonged to Shiva who threw it at Kamdeva to kill him and it got fixed in this spot. It is believed that while brute force can not move this Trident, the slightest touch by a true devotee can cause a tremor in it. The metal of the trident does not appear to have become weathered by the elements over the century.
Architectural Relevance of This Shrine
There is a trident about 5 m high, which dates back to the 12th century, in the courtyard of the temple made of eight different metals. It boasts the inscriptions attributed to Anekmalla, the king of Nepal who reigned in the 13th century. Four short inscriptions written in Devanagari, which dates back to a later period, are yet to be deciphered, barring one.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh.
By Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant,Dehradun.
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Shivratri
