Gayatri Tapobhumi,Mathura
About Gayatri Tapobhumi
Gayatri Tapobhumi is a sacred place located in Mathura, dedicated to Gayatri Devi, who is considered an incarnation of Saraswati Devi, the goddess of wisdom and arts and the consort of Lord Brahma. In the form of Gayatri Devi, she is believed to have blessed humanity with the four Vedas, bringing knowledge and spiritual wisdom to the world. Gayatri Tapobhumi was built as a peaceful retreat where people can meditate, pray, and reflect spiritually. It is also the birthplace of the Gayatri Pariwar movement, which promotes spiritual growth, moral values, and social reform. The serene and green surroundings offer a tranquil space for devotees and visitors to rejuvenate and find inner peace.
One of the main attractions at Gayatri Tapobhumi is the temple of Gayatri Mata, which houses a beautiful idol of the goddess. The temple hosts daily aartis, havans , and spiritual talks. Visitors can also participate in activities like japa, meditation, and Satsang . An eternal flame, known as the Akhand Deep, burns here, symbolizing unwavering faith and devotion.
Gayatri Tapobhumi Temple Timing
Morning – 05:30 am to 12:00 pm
Evening – 04:00 am to 09:00 pm
History of Gayatri Tapobhumi
Gayatri Tapobhumi was founded in 1950 by Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya after he completed his 24 Gayatri Mahapurasharan – 240,000 recitations of the Gayatri Mantra each year. The foundation of the temple includes holy soil and water from 2,400 pilgrimage sites, each piece of which was worshipped before being used in the construction.
The Yagyashala (sacrificial altar) at Gayatri Tapobhumi contains an Akhand Agni, a sacred flame that has been kept alight from a 700-year-old fire, originally ignited by a Siddha Yogi. During the inauguration of the Akhand Agni, Gurudev fasted for 24 days, sustaining himself only with water from the holy Ganga River. At this time, he also performed the Pran Pratishta, a life-infusion ceremony, for the idol of Gayatri Mata, making it a center of spiritual energy. This sacred flame holds immense importance, as it represents the 24,000 million Gayatri Mantras written by dedicated worshippers.
In 1956, Gurudev established the Gayatri Pariwar after a grand Narmedh Yagya and another significant Sahastrakundiya Yagya in 1958, which brought together nearly 400,000 participants. Afterward, around 10,000 branches of the Gayatri mission emerged across India, spreading Gurudev’s message of Yug Nirman Yojana, or “New Era Building.”
In 1963, Gayatri Tapobhumi was transformed into a training center called Yug Nirman Vidyalaya, created to help people become self-reliant. Today, this Vidyalaya continues to serve as a center for learning and self-improvement.
Gayatri Tapobhumi Photos
Distance for Temple
| Place Name | Distance |
|---|---|
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Mathura Railway Station |
6 km |
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Dwarkadish Temple |
3.5 km |
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Vrindavan |
7.5 km |
How to Reach
By Road: You can easily hire a cab from Agra, Mathura, or Delhi to travel to the Gayatri Tapobhumi. It is approx. 162 km from Delhi, 60 kms from Agra.
By Train: The city is well-connected with almost all cities across the country. The nearest railway station is in Mathura, located approx. 6 kms away.
By Air: The nearest fully functional commercial airport is the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, approx. 152 km away.