Vishnupad Temple

Vishnupad Temple: Imprints of Divinity in Gaya

Vishnupad Temple, located in Gaya, Bihar, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is famous for housing the sacred footprint of Lord Vishnu, imprinted on a rock, attracting pilgrims seeking liberation (moksha) for themselves and their ancestors.

Expectations for Pilgrims

Blessings and Sacred Sustenance: Prasad at Vishnupad

Prasad at Vishnupad Temple typically comprises locally sourced sweets and flowers, offered to Lord Vishnu and distributed among devotees as a symbol of divine grace and blessings.

Prasad / Prasadam :

Note : Prasad can be purchased from shops outside the temple premises and sometimes offered by the temple itself after specific rituals. Local priests can also arrange for special offerings.

Expressions of Devotion: What to Offer at Vishnupad

Devotees offer various items to express their devotion to Lord Vishnu and seek blessings for themselves and their ancestors. These offerings are symbolic gestures of reverence and gratitude.

Devotee's Offerings

Consult with the temple priests (pandas) for guidance on appropriate offerings for specific prayers or rituals, especially for ancestral rites.

Key Pilgrimage Experiences: Connecting with the Divine

Activities:

Sacred Rituals & Pujas: Honouring the Ancestors and the Divine

Vishnupad Temple is renowned for its ancestral rites, with Pind Daan being the most significant. Daily pujas are also performed to Lord Vishnu, maintaining the sanctity of the temple.

Attending Pujas:

Non Attending Pujas:

Pind Daan and other specific pujas are typically arranged through local priests (pandas) in Gaya. It's best to negotiate the costs beforehand. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak seasons.

Historical Roots & Profound Meaning: A Legacy of Ancestral Salvation

Vishnupad Temple holds immense historical and religious significance, linked to the sacred footprint of Lord Vishnu and the importance of ancestral rites in Hinduism.

Significance: A Paramount Spiritual Beacon

Vishnupad Temple is considered one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus, especially for performing rituals for the peace and liberation of ancestors.

Key Aspects:

• Salvation for Ancestors Performing Pind Daan at Vishnupad Temple is believed to ensure the salvation of ancestors, freeing them from the cycle of rebirth and granting them eternal peace.

Opening Hours

Sunday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Monday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday : 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 2:00 – 11:00 PM

User Review

Total Reviews : 7624

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  Author Name : makam navya
  Review Time : 3 months ago
  Review : I would appreciate it if you could address crowd control, maintain the spiritual atmosphere, and improve hygiene and cleanliness within the temples. Why do people crowd, solicit donations, and take whatever money or change is offered, making it seem more commercial than spiritual? I hope this will be taken to rectify this situation.
  
  
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  Author Name : krishnakant pandey
  Review Time : a week ago
  Review : Architecture of the temple: Vishnupad temple is located on banks of the Falgu River, marked by footprint of lord Vishnu known as Dharmasila. Inside Vishnu mandir, the 40 cm long foot print of Lord Vishnu is imprinted in solid rock and surround by a silver plated basin. The Construction date of temple is unknown. The present day structure was rebuilt by Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar in the year 1787. The height of this temple is 30 meter and it has 8 rows beautifully carved pillars which support Pavilion. The temple is built of large gray granite blocks joined with iron clamps. The Octagonal shrine of Vishnupad temple faces east. The Pyramidal tower of the shrine is 100 meters tall. There is a slope in the temple with alternately indented and plain sections. All these plain sections are set at an angle to create a series of peaks at the top, joined.
  
  
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  Author Name : Surya Katakam
  Review Time : 3 weeks ago
  Review : Vishnupad temple is located at @ 4 km away from City Bus Stand and Railway station. Gaya is located 100 km away from Patna City. We had been to Baidyanath temple and had Darshan in the Evening. After that we had dinner and booked bus to Patna. Reached to Patna in the morning @ 05:00 am and then booked one more bus to Gaya. Finally reached to Gaya in the morning @ 08:00 am. Booked hotel and got fresh up and then went to Vishnupad Gaya temple. Gaya city located on the bank of Falgu River and is considered among most sacred cities of India and has great heritage and history. During the middle ages, the city was part of the Magadh Empire. Three hills, Mangal-Gauri, Shringa-Sthan, Ram-Shila covers the city on three sides. It is believed that Lord Rama along with Maa Sita had visited this place. Within the temple stands the immortal banyan tree Akshayvat where the final rituals for the dead takes place. A special fair takes place in this temple in the month of Pitripaksha. Pitripaksha is a time when Hindus pay respect to their ancestors with Food and offerings. Architecture of the temple: Vishnupad temple is located on banks of the Falgu River, marked by footprint of lord Vishnu known as Dharmasila. Inside Vishnu mandir, the 40 cm long foot print of Lord Vishnu is imprinted in solid rock and surround by a silver plated basin. The Construction date of temple is unknown. The present day structure was rebuilt by Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar in the year 1787. The height of this temple is 30 meter and it has 8 rows beautifully carved pillars which support Pavilion. The temple is built of large gray granite blocks joined with iron clamps. The Octagonal shrine of Vishnupad temple faces east. The Pyramidal tower of the shrine is 100 meters tall. There is a slope in the temple with alternately indented and plain sections. All these plain sections are set at an angle to create a series of peaks at the top, joined.
  
  
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  Author Name : Arjun Kandula
  Review Time : 3 months ago
  Review : Brahma Kadigina Paadamu Brahmamu Taanenee Paadamu! We all are so blessed to witness the auspicious padam of Sri Maha Vishnu at this age old mandir. Very few Adobe 's of Vishnu will let pilgrims perform self seva & Pooja. This mandir is popular with rituals performed after life by their loved ones. We need to bow to Maha Rani Ahalya Bhai Holkar for restoring the mandir & preserving its tradition.
  
  
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  Author Name : Diwakar Chaturvedi
  Review Time : 5 months ago
  Review : Vishnupad Temple, located in Gaya, Bihar, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple’s centerpiece is a 40-cm footprint, believed to be Lord Vishnu’s, engraved in a basalt rock. The structure, built in the 18th century by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, is an architectural marvel with intricate carvings and an octagonal sanctum. Seeing the importance and religious significance of this temple, government has decided to develop a corridor for this temple to make it world class temple. The temple is significant for performing Pind Daan rituals, a sacred practice in Hinduism for honoring ancestors. Its serene ambiance, historical significance, and spiritual essence make it a must-visit for devotees and tourists alike. However, being a highly crowded place during Pitri paksh ( September), visitors should accordingly.