Temple About
Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India. It is located in the town of Trimbak, near Nashik in Maharashtra. The temple is situated at the source of the holy Godavari River.
Temple Description
The temple is a beautiful example of Hemadpanthi style architecture, built from black stone. The sanctum houses a unique three-faced linga representing Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh (Shiva). The temple is surrounded by lush greenery and the Brahmagiri hills, enhancing its spiritual atmosphere.
Temple Specialty
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India.
The only Jyotirlinga where the linga has three faces.
Origin of the Godavari River, one of the most sacred rivers.
Important center for Narayan Nagbali, Kalsarpa Shanti, and Tripindi Shraddha rituals.
Temple Address
Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple, Trimbak Road, Trimbak, Nashik District, Maharashtra – 422212, India.
Temple Location (Longitude and Latitude)
Latitude: 19.9321° N, Longitude: 73.5291° E
Temple Timings
Open: 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Darshan timings: 7:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Special Aarti: 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM
Temple Sevas
Abhishek
Rudrabhishek
Mahamrityunjaya Jap
Narayan Nagbali Puja
Kalsarpa Shanti Puja
Tripindi Shraddha
Laghu Rudra, Maha Rudra
Traveling Facilities
Well connected by road, rail, and air.
Regular buses from Nashik and Mumbai.
Taxis and autos available from Nashik city.
Food Facilities
Multiple vegetarian restaurants and dhabas available near the temple.
Prasadam served in the temple premises.
Some hotels provide sattvic food for pilgrims.
Stay Facilities
Budget hotels, lodges, and dharamshalas available.
MTDC guest houses and private rooms are also available near the temple.
Advance booking recommended during festival seasons.
Nearby Railway Station
Nashik Road Railway Station – Approx. 29 km
Nearby Airport
Ozar Airport (Nashik) – Approx. 40 km
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai) – Approx. 180 km
Nearby Bus Station
Trimbak Bus Stand – Located in the town itself
Regular buses from Nashik CBS (Central Bus Stand)
Bus Routes to Temple
Nashik → Trimbak (MSRTC and private buses)
Mumbai → Nashik → Trimbak
Pune → Nashik → Trimbak
Aurangabad → Nashik → Trimbak
Train Routes to Temple
Major trains to Nashik Road Railway Station from Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Delhi.
From Nashik Road Station, travel by taxi or bus to Trimbak.
Airways to Temple
Flights to Nashik (Ozar Airport) from Mumbai and Delhi.
Major domestic flights to Mumbai Airport, then 4–5 hour road journey to Trimbak.
Nearby Cities to Temple
Nashik – 29 km
Mumbai – 180 km
Shirdi – 120 km
Pune – 240 km
Aurangabad – 200 km
Nearby Visiting Temples and Other Places
Anjaneri Hill (Birthplace of Hanuman)
Brahmagiri Hill (Godavari origin)
Kushavarta Kund
Nivruttinath Samadhi
Gajanan Maharaj Temple, Shegaon
Saptashrungi Devi Temple, Vani
Preferable Visiting Season
October to March (pleasant climate)
Shravan Maas, Mahashivratri, and Kumbh Mela are highly auspicious times.
Shopping Famous For?
Religious items, Rudraksha beads, Puja samagri
Brass and copper idols
Handicrafts and spiritual literature
Locally made sweets and snacks like chivda, anarse
Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple is a spiritually charged and culturally rich destination that offers a perfect blend of devotion, history, and natural beauty. Whether you seek blessings at the Jyotirlinga, perform ancestral rituals, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings, this sacred temple provides a fulfilling experience. A visit here is not just a pilgrimage, but a journey into India's deep spiritual heritage.