Gasota Mahadev Temple

Situated on the banks of a river in Gasota village near Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh, this ancient hill temple draws devotees seeking spiritual solace and blessings. The temple is also associated with sacred sites such as Samadhi Sthal, commemorating saints, and the holy Pandu Sarovar.

The temple welcomes visitors daily from 5:00 AM to 8:30 PM, with free darshan entry for all devotees. The best time to visit Gasota Mahadev Temple is during the morning hours between 8 AM and 12 PM, at evening aarti, in the summer months from March to May, or during the vibrant festival season.

Maha Shivaratri, celebrated in February–March, is a major festival here, marked by special poojas and a community bhandara offering free food to devotees.

Another highlight is the Gasota Mahadev Fair (Cattle Fair) held in May (Jyeshtha month), which attracts pilgrims and visitors from across the region. Daily worship at the temple includes general rituals, Rudra Abhishekam, and havan, conducted in Sanskrit and Hindi.

Prasadam distributed to devotees features bel leaves, flowers, fruits, sweets, and panchamrit, especially during festivals and special occasions. For those planning a visit, the temple is easily accessible from Hamirpur town, which is well connected by National Highways 3 and 103.

Buses or cabs are available from major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, and Dharamshala. From Hamirpur, take the Hamirpur–Jahoo Road east and travel approximately 8–9 km to reach Gasota village.

Local buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws on the Jahoo route provide convenient transport directly to the temple. The nearest railway stations are Jawalamukhi Road (58 km), Amb Andaura (70 km), and Una Himachal (80 km).

For air travelers, Gaggal Airport (Kangra) is 86 km away, while Chandigarh International Airport is 155 km from the temple.

Most visitors choose to stay in Hamirpur town, just 8–9 km from the temple, where a range of accommodation options is available, including budget and mid-range hotels, homestays, and HPTDC tourist hotels. The temple offers open parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Photography is generally restricted inside the main sanctum during rituals, but casual photography outside is usually permitted with staff approval.

Nearby attractions include Jhanyari Devi Temple (10 km), Kalanjari Devi Temple (12 km), Sujanpur Tira (28 km), Baba Balak Nath Temple at Deotsidh (35 km), and Govind Sagar Lake (45 km), making Gasota Mahadev Temple a significant stop for pilgrims exploring the spiritual and scenic heritage of Himachal Pradesh. For further information, visitors can contact the temple at +91 94185 80075.