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Prachin Surya Kund Temple

Ancient Surya Kund with miraculous waters. . Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Located near Darshan Nagar, Pracheen Surya Kund Temple is one of the major attractions in Ayodhya. Also known as the Ghoshark Teerth, this temple is built around Surya Kund, 5 Km away from Shree Ram Janmbhoomi Temple. It is much revered amongst the devotees given the spiritual essence of the kund.

History of the temple

According to Puranic mythology, the coronation ceremony of Lord Ram, the king of Ayodhya, was attended by all Gods and Goddesses. This event was also graced by Lord Surya, the Sun God who stayed for a month at a place close to Darshan Nagar, which is known today as the Surya Kund Temple. The present structure of the kund was constructed by the Shakdwipiya Brahmin King Shree Darshan Singh during the early years of the 19th century. Motivated by his belief that the kund contained holy waters, he performed a 7-day-long penance here. On the seventh day, he was guided by an oracle (Akashvani) to dig up the spot, which unearthed an idol of Lord Surya with a chariot run by 7 horses, a Shivling and a great amount of wealth. The king used the money to build the kund and the temple.

Significance of the temple

It is believed that a dip in the holy kund followed by an ardhya offered to Lord Surya frees the devotees of all their problems and grants all their wishes. A chronicled tale tells the story of King Ghosh, who was blessed with a disease-free and divine body when he bathed in this kund. Since then, it is said that the waters of the kund cure skin diseases and bless people with a healthy body. The temple witnesses the maximum crowd in January, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Architecture of the temple

Constructed as per the Hindu style of temple architecture, this heavenly abode has a tapering peak. Right below this peak lies the statue of Lord Surya, together with the Ashtadhatu-made idols of his children, Lord Shanidev and Goddess Yamuna. Adding to its spiritual aura, the temple also houses statues of Ram-Sita, Shiv Parivar, Lord Hanuman and Shaligram.

Temple Timings

Temple Morning timings

06:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mandir closed timings

12:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Evening Aarti timings

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Morning Aarti timings

07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

Mandir Evening timings

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Offerings of the temple

Offerings of kumkum, rice, milk, mishri, coconut, jaggery, fruits, etc. are made to the divine at the Surya Kund Temple. It is believed that Lord Surya is pleased when water, together with kumkum and mishri is presented to him.

Travel Details

The below are the travel details for the temple
Airplane
Lucknow International Airport is the closest airport to Surya Kund Temple, placed at a distance of 152 km. You can take a bus or a taxi from there to reach Ayodhya.
Surya Kund Temple is situated 5 km away from the Ayodhya Railway Station. The temple can be reached by bus, cab, or taxi from the station.
Ayodhya Bus Depot is the closest bus stand to Surya Kund Temple, located at a distance of 5 Km. Vehicles run by Uttar Pradesh State Transport can be taken to reach the temple from here.

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