Vishnupad Temple
Gaya, India
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- Hindu temple in Gaya, India
Visitor information
- Address: Chand Chaura, Gaya, Bihar 823001, India
- Phone: +91 98350 80683
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What is the story behind Vishnupad Temple Gaya?
To prevent immoral people from attaining salvation Vishnu asked Gayasura to go beneath the earth and did so by placing his right foot on asura's head. After pushing Gayasura below the surface of earth, Vishnu's foot print remained on the surface that we see even today.
What is the significance of Vishnu Padam?
The Vishnupad Chinh is the primary site for performing Pind Daan, a ritual for the salvation and peace of departed souls. It is believed that offerings made at the "feet of Vishnu" ensure that ancestors attain Moksha (liberation from the cycle of birth and death).
Which temple is Gaya famous for?
The Mahabodhi Temple Complex, Bodh Gaya lies 115 km south of the state capital of Bihar, Patna and 16 km from the district headquarters at Gaya, in Eastern India. It is one of the four holy sites related to the life of the Lord Buddha, and particularly to the attainment of Enlightenment.
Which river flows near Vishnupad Mandir?
The Phalgu or Falgu, a river that flows past Gaya, India in the Indian state of Bihar, is a sacred river for Hindus and Buddhists. Lord Vishnu's Temple Vishnupad Mandir is situated on the bank of Phalgu river, also called Niranjana river in sanskrit and Lilagan river.
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