Geparnath Mahadev Temple

Geparnath Mahadev Temple
गेपरनाथ महादेव मंदिर
A view of Geparnath Mahadev Temple
Religion
Affiliation	Hinduism
District	Kota, Rajasthan
Deity	Shiva
Festival	Maha Shivaratri
Location
State	Rajasthan
Country	India
Location in Rajasthan
Coordinates	25°04′06″N75°42′52″E / 25.06826°N 75.71438°E / 25.06826; 75.71438
Architecture
Creator	Wife of King Bhoj
Established	1520

Geparnath Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, located near Kota, Rajasthan, India. A natural water stream flows over the Shiva Lingam, which is used primarily for the ritual Abhisheka (sacred bathing). ^{[1] [2]}

History

The temple is traditionally believed to have been commissioned in the 16th century by the wife of Raja Bhoj. ^[3] Situated approximately 400 feet (121 meters) within a hillside, it is accessible by a descent of approximately 350 steps. ^[1]

Architectural features

The temple stands on the banks of the Chambal River. Nearby is a natural reservoir, where devotees bathe as part of a religious practice. ^[2]

Cultural significance

The temple hosts an annual Maha Shivaratri pilgrimage fair, which attracts devotees from the surrounding region.

Conservation

Since 1961, the temple has been under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India, which is responsible for the preservation of its historical culture and architectural heritage. ^[1]

Tourism

The Temple is visited by both pilgrims and tourists. Local residents have proposed infrastructure improvements to facilitate access to the temple. ^[1]

Incidents

• 2008 step collapse: A portion of the temple’s steps collapsed, trapping 135 visitors. The incident resulted in three fatalities. Rescue operations were carried out by the Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC), with assistance from cranes and helicopters. Among those rescued were thirty-five children and thirty women. ^[4]
• 2022 drowning incident: Two students, one from Bihar and the other from Madhya Pradesh, drowned in the temple’s reservoir. ^[5]

See also

• Bhimlat Mahadev Temple
• Kishore Sagar Talab

References

1. Bharat, E. T. V. (20 February 2020). "महाशिवरात्रि विशेष: कोटा का गेपरनाथ महादेव मंदिर जहां प्रकृति खुद करती है भोलेनाथ का जलाभिषेक". ETV Bharat News (in Hindi). Retrieved 30 May 2024.
2. "Savan 2020 : जानिए कोटा के अद्भुत शिव मंदिरों की महिमा जिसे जानकर आप भी इसे कहेंगे शिवनगरी…देखिए तस्वीरें". Patrika News (in Hindi). 10 July 2020. Retrieved 30 May 2024.
3. Shubham (26 October 2024). "Geparnath Mahadev Mandir Road,Jamoonya,Karondi,Kota Rajasthan - MyAdhyatm" . Retrieved 5 December 2025.
4. "गेपरनाथ में 135 लोग फंसे, एक की मौत". One India . 11 August 2008.
5. "Rajasthan: कोटा के गेपरनाथ महादेव कुंड में दो छात्र डूबे, एक मृतक बिहार और दूसरा मध्यप्रदेश का रहने वाला". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 30 May 2024.