Located in the village of Fundam, Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple is an ancient temple on the Arabian Sea coast. The main deity here is Lord Shiva. Other deities in this temple are Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi.
The Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple is a cave temple in a rock in the middle of the seashore. The waves from the Arabian Sea come over the Shivalingas here. During high tide, you can only see the tip of these shivalingas because they submerge in the seawater.
Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple Highlights
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Name |
Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple |
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Location |
Fudam Village, Diu, Daman and Diu 362520. |
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Timings |
6:00 A.M to 09:00 P.M. |
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Best time to visit |
October to May. |
Things to Explore at Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple Diu
- Watch how the 5 shivlings disappear under water.
- You can offer flowers and also do pooja here.
- Its amazing view to watch how the Arabian sea touch the lingas
- Feel the calmness of nature, sea waves and the temple atmosphere.
- Take perfect pictures when the shivlingas appear from the water.
Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple Parking
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Particulars |
Price |
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Car |
Rs. 20 |
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Bike |
Rs. 10 |
Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple History
According to legend, Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple is over 5000 years old. The five Shivalingas here are believed to have been installed by the Pandavas when they were living away from the kingdom.
How to Reach Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple, Diu
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Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Diu Airport |
7.8 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Veraval Railway Station |
90 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Diu Bus Station |
3.2 km |
