About Khatushyamji
Discovery of Sheesh in Khatu :
After the Mahabharata war, Barbarik’s head (Sheesh) was buried in the village of Khatu, located in the Sikar district of Rajasthan. The exact location remained unknown for a long time, even after the beginning of the Kaliyuga.
One day, a miraculous incident occurred when milk began to flow from a cow’s udder at a particular spot near the present Khatu Shyam Ji Temple. Surprised by this unusual event, the local villagers dug the area and discovered the buried head of Barbarik.
The sacred head was handed over to a Brahmin, who worshipped it with devotion for many days. Later, Roopsingh Chauhan, the then king of Khatu, had a divine dream in which he was inspired to build a temple and install the sacred head there. Acting on this divine guidance, a temple was constructed, and the idol was installed on the 11th day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the month of Kartik.
Since the establishment of the temple, countless miracles are believed to have occurred here, and devotees from across the country visit the revered Khatu Shyam Ji Temple to seek blessings and witness its divine presence.
One day, a miraculous incident occurred when milk began to flow from a cow’s udder at a particular spot near the present Khatu Shyam Ji Temple. Surprised by this unusual event, the local villagers dug the area and discovered the buried head of Barbarik.
The sacred head was handed over to a Brahmin, who worshipped it with devotion for many days. Later, Roopsingh Chauhan, the then king of Khatu, had a divine dream in which he was inspired to build a temple and install the sacred head there. Acting on this divine guidance, a temple was constructed, and the idol was installed on the 11th day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the month of Kartik.
Since the establishment of the temple, countless miracles are believed to have occurred here, and devotees from across the country visit the revered Khatu Shyam Ji Temple to seek blessings and witness its divine presence.
Shyam Kund’s Story
There is another, only a little different version of this legend. Roopsingh Chauhan was the ruler of Khatu. His wife, Narmada Kanwar, once had a dream in which the holy being instructed her to take his illustration out of the earth. The indicated place (now known as Shyam Kund) when then dug up. Sure enough, it yielded the idol, which was appropriately enshrined in the temple.
Khatu Temple HistoryKrishana form Shyam Baba
The original temple was built in 1027 AD by Roopsingh Chauhan and his wife, Narmada Kanwar. Later, in 1720 AD, the old temple was renovated by a nobleman named Diwan Abhaisingh at the behest of the then ruler of Marwar. During this renovation, the temple acquired its present architectural form, and the idol was enshrined in the sanctum sanctorum.
The idol is made of rare stone and holds immense religious significance. Khatu Shyam Ji is the family deity of a large number of families. The temple is constructed from pure white Makrana marble and stands as an example of unique and exquisite architecture. The idol is in the form of a head (Sheesh), which is believed to have appeared in the holy pond known as Shyam Kund.
It is believed that with Baba Shyam’s blessings, the vine of happiness in devotees’ lives remains ever green. The sacred Sheesh was retrieved and ceremoniously installed in the temple.
The idol is made of rare stone and holds immense religious significance. Khatu Shyam Ji is the family deity of a large number of families. The temple is constructed from pure white Makrana marble and stands as an example of unique and exquisite architecture. The idol is in the form of a head (Sheesh), which is believed to have appeared in the holy pond known as Shyam Kund.
It is believed that with Baba Shyam’s blessings, the vine of happiness in devotees’ lives remains ever green. The sacred Sheesh was retrieved and ceremoniously installed in the temple.
Architectural Features
The temple is architecturally rich and beautifully designed. Lime mortar, marble, and tiles were used in the construction of the structure. The shutters of the sanctum sanctorum are exquisitely adorned with silver sheets. Outside the sanctum is the prayer hall, known as the Jagmohan, whose walls are richly painted with depictions of legendary scenes.
The entrance and exit gates of the temple are made of marble, with marble brackets featuring intricate ornamental floral designs.
The entrance and exit gates of the temple are made of marble, with marble brackets featuring intricate ornamental floral designs.
Temple Precincts
In front of the temple’s entrance gate lies an open courtyard. Shyam Bagicha, a garden located near the temple, supplies fresh flowers that are offered to the deity. Within this garden is the Samadhi of Aloo Singh, a great devotee of Khatu Shyam Ji.
To the south-east of the main temple lies the Gopinath Temple, while the Gaurishankar Temple is also situated nearby. An interesting legend is associated with the Gaurishankar Temple. It is said that soldiers of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb once attempted to destroy the temple and attacked the Shiva Lingam with their spears. Miraculously, fountains of blood appeared from the Lingam, terrifying the soldiers and forcing them to flee. Even today, the mark of the spear is believed to be visible on the Lingam.
To the south-east of the main temple lies the Gopinath Temple, while the Gaurishankar Temple is also situated nearby. An interesting legend is associated with the Gaurishankar Temple. It is said that soldiers of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb once attempted to destroy the temple and attacked the Shiva Lingam with their spears. Miraculously, fountains of blood appeared from the Lingam, terrifying the soldiers and forcing them to flee. Even today, the mark of the spear is believed to be visible on the Lingam.
Temple Timings:
* During Winter : (Ashwin Badi 1 to Chaitra Sudi 15) - 5.30 am. to 1.00 pm. 4.00 pm. to 9.00 pm.
* During Summer : (Baisakh Badi 1 to Bhadrapad Sudi 15) - 4.30 am. to 12.30 pm. 4.00 pm. to 10.00 pm.
Note : The temple is open 24 hrs. during every Shukla Paksha 11th. Also, the temple is open throughout the Falgun Mela from Falgun Sudi 10th to 12th.
* During Summer : (Baisakh Badi 1 to Bhadrapad Sudi 15) - 4.30 am. to 12.30 pm. 4.00 pm. to 10.00 pm.
Note : The temple is open 24 hrs. during every Shukla Paksha 11th. Also, the temple is open throughout the Falgun Mela from Falgun Sudi 10th to 12th.
Aarti Timings : Winter / Summer
* Mangla Aarti - 05.45 am / 04.45 am.
* Pratah (Morning) Aarti (Shringar) - 08.00 am. / 07.00 am.
* Bhog Aarti - 12.30 pm / 12.15 pm.
* Sandhya (Evening) Aarti - 06.00 pm / 07.30 pm.
* Shayan (Sleep) Aarti - 09.00 pm / 10.00 pm.
* Pratah (Morning) Aarti (Shringar) - 08.00 am. / 07.00 am.
* Bhog Aarti - 12.30 pm / 12.15 pm.
* Sandhya (Evening) Aarti - 06.00 pm / 07.30 pm.
* Shayan (Sleep) Aarti - 09.00 pm / 10.00 pm.
Nearest Railway Station :
Ringas : 17 km. (by road)
Jaipur : 80 km.
Delhi : 266 km.
Jaipur : 80 km.
Delhi : 266 km.
Nearest Airport :
Jaipur and Delhi
How to Reach :
One can either land at Delhi or Jaipur from any part of the country by Rail or Road or Air and from there, follow the suggested routes
