Sri Mahabaleshwar Temple, also known as Gokarna Temple. It is a sacred Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, housing the revered Atma Linga. This Dravidian-style temple, often called “Dakshina Kashi” (Kashi of the South).It is located along the Arabian Sea in Gokarna, Karnataka. the If you’re planning a visit, this guide details Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas for a divine pilgrimage.
Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple Darshan Timings:
- Regular Days:
- Morning: 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
- Evening: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Festival Days (Maha Shivaratri, Kartika Purnima, Shravan Maas):
- Extended hours: 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sarva Darshan is Free. VIP Darshan charges ₹500 and Sparsha Darshan (touching Atma Linga) charges ₹200. During Maha Shivaratri (February-March), arrive by 5:00 AM to avoid 2-3 hour queues. No online booking available.
Pooja Timings:
- Sankalpa Pooja: 6:30 AM (vow-taking ritual) charges ₹100.
- Panchamrutha Abhishekam: 7:00 AM (five-nectar bath) charges ₹351.
- Rudrabhishekam: 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM (holy water/milk offering) charges ₹55.
- Mahanyasa Rudrabhishekam: 8:00 AM (detailed mantra ritual) charges ₹1000.
- Bilvarchana: 9:00 AM (bilva leaf offering) charges ₹100.
Special poojas like Silver Nagabharana Seva (₹1101) shine during Shravan Maas (July-August). Book at temple office (+91-8386-257956).
Aarti Timings:
- Mangala Aarti: 6:00 AM.
- Bhog Aarti: 12:00 PM.
- Sandhya Aarti: 7:00 PM.
- Ekantha Aarti: 7:45 PM.
The Sandhya Aarti at 7:00 PM, is a must-see, arrive by 6:45 PM.
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Ashtotthara Archana: 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM (108-name chant) charges ₹100.
- Ekadasa Rudrabhishekam: 8:30 AM (health ritual) charges ₹500.
- Nitya Kalyana Pooja: 9:30 AM (marital harmony, lifetime seva) charges ₹1000.
- Narayan Bali Pooja: 7:00 AM (ancestral rites). charges ₹2000.
Annadanam feeds 10,000+ during Rath Yatra.
How to Reach Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple:
- By Road: 600 m from Gokarna Bus Stand.
- By Train: Gokarna Road Station (10 km).
- By Air: Dabolim Airport, Goa (140 km).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Men: Dhoti (no vests). Women: Saree/salwar. No jeans/shorts.
- Best Time: Oct-Feb (15-25°C). Avoid Jun-Sep (monsoons).
- Note: No photography inside. Use free cloakrooms.