Khatu shyam, which is also known as the god of Kaliyug, is considered to be the second incarnation of Lord Krishna. People come here in their happiness and sorrows and to fulfill their wishes and to seek the blessings of the holy Khatu shyam Baba.
It is not just a temple, it is a place of faith, trust, devotion, and blessing. If you are planning to visit the Khatu shyam temple, then this guide for you. if you are looking for tour assistance in khatu shyam ji then you can check our jaipur khatu shyam salasar tour package
Arrival : Khatu shyam temple is located in Khatoo town in the Sikar district of Rajasthan. It is approximately 70 km away from Jaipur and 43 km from Sikar district, where you have many options to comfortably stay near the temple, as per your interest.
History of Temple:
- After the Mahabharat period, the floated Lord Barbarik’s head in the Roopavati river, which reached a place called Khatu, and stopped near a pond which is known as the sacred pond “Shyam kund”.
- In Kalyug, Barbarik’s head was found in Khatu village of Sikar. A cow was grazing there, and milk started flowing from its udders on its own. When the villagers dug there, Barbarik’s head was found there. After this, Khatu Shyam temple was built at that place, and many devotees come here to fulfill their wishes.
More About Khatu shyam Temple :
- Khatu shyam ji was related to the Mahabharata era; his real name was Barbarik, who was the son of Gathotkach and grandson of Bhim. He had been blessed with a tin baan by Lord Shiva that he could return after winning any war through this tin baan, but he had promised his mother Hadimba that in the Mahabharata war he would support the side which is weak or is going to lose, that is why he is also called the “Haare Ka Sahara”, then in the Mahabharata war the Kaurav were about to lose, so he thought of supporting the Kauravas but Lord Krishna already knew the result of this war, that is why becoming a worshipper he asked for his head from Barbarik in Dakshina and Barbarik ji donated the Head, Lord Krishna was pleased with this. Krishna blessed them that in Kaliyug, they will be worshipped in the name of Khatu shyam Baba.
Special occasion:
- Falgun Mela: The most magnificent occasion of Khatu shyam Baba is celebrated for 10 days each year in the Hindu month of Falgun. The temple is open 24 hours for 10 days.
- Ekadashi: 11th day of the lunar fortnight, a special day for worshipping Khatu Shyam Ji.
- Janmasthmi: Celebrated with midnight prayers and Krishna Leela performances, as Khatu Shyam Ji is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna.
Darshan Timing:
Winter season:
- Morning Darshan: 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM
- Evening Darshan: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Summer Season:
- Morning Darshan: 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Evening Darshan: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Mangala Aarti Timing:
- Mangala Aarti: 4:30 AM (Summer), 5:30 AM (Winter)
- Shringar Aarti: 7:00 AM
- Bhog Aarti: 12:00 Noon
- Sandhya Aarti: 7:00 PM (Summer), 6:30 PM (Winter)
- Shayan Aarti: 10:00 PM (Summer), 9:00 PM (Winter)
Sightseeing:
The best time to visit the Khatu Shyam temple is in October and March. We will visit nearby attractive places like the Sacred pond Shyam Kund, Gopinath temple, and Salasar Balaji temple.
Tips for Visiting Khatu shyamji:
- Carry a water bottle
- Comfortable footwear
- Not allowed to crop , shorts and uncomfortable cloths
- Gentle behavior with local and other people