Shree Khatu Shyam Ji Temple
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Deity: Barbarika (Khatushyam) Place: Agra Uttar Pradesh
Shree Khatu Shyam Ji Temple. Dedicated to Barbarika (Khatushyam). Located in Agra.
- Primary Deity
- Barbarika (Khatushyam)
- Dress Code
- Traditional and Formal clothing
- Address
- Balkeshwar, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 402004, India
History
The temple is built at the site where the head of Barbarika, who sacrificed it upon the request of Lord Krishna during the Mahabharata war, is believed to have been discovered. The sacred 'Shyam Kund' is the pond from which the 'Sheesh' (head) of Baba Shyam was retrieved.
Spiritual Significance
It is a prominent pilgrimage site where devotees worship Khatushyam, believing that a bath in the holy Shyam Kund and offering prayers brings blessings and fulfillment of wishes.
- Nearest Airport: is Jaipur airport, approximately 80 km from the temple. One can book the flights directly to the temple; one can also get the facility of taxis and public transport to reach the temple.By Road The place is connected with the highways very well; one can directly hire a taxi to reach the temple or can book the public transport from the nearby cities of the temple. Thus, one can easily reach the temple.By Rail The rest railway station is Ringas Junction, a distance of 17 km from the templ
- Nearest City: Agra
Major Festivals
- Diwali
- Holi
- Navratri