Deity
Goddess Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Main deity
श्री मुखनिर्मालिका गौरी
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Mukhnirmalika Gauri near Gai Ghat is the first shrine in the traditional Nava Gauri Yatra, granting purity of mind and word.
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Nava Gauri (1st Shrine)
Primary tag
Sacred Spot
Gopreksha Tirtha / Gai Ghat
Ganga riverbank
Location
Gai Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
City • District • State
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History and Significance
History
- Chapter 100 of the Kashi Khand details the Gauri Yatra, prescribing worship of Mukhnirmalika Gauri after taking a holy bath in Gopreksha Tirtha. The shrine has been preserved as a pristine devotional spot near Gai Ghat for centuries. Devotees visit this site to seek purity of mind and speech.
Significance
- Mukhnirmalika Gauri is traditionally worshipped on Tritiya tithi after Amavasya to kickstart the Nava Gauri pilgrimage. Her name signifies 'the one with a pure face', bestowing inner purity, peace, and joy to her worshippers. She removes spiritual impurities and grants worldly prosperity.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Starting the Yatra
Begin your Nava Gauri yatra here after taking a holy dip at Gopreksha Tirtha.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Post-Amavasya Tritiya • 1 Day
Nava Gauri Yatra Day 1
Inaugural shrine worship for the Nava Gauri Yatra.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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श्री मुखनिर्मालिका गौरी
Mukhnirmalika Gauri
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