Gorakhnath Templeगोरखनाथ मंदिर
The Nath yogis' seat that gave Gorakhpur its name. Khichdi Mela in January.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereGorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Gorakhpur & Terai
Gorakhpur & Terai
Kind of placeTemples & Shrines, Pilgrimage Routes
Best time to visit15 October to 15 March and 10 January to 10 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyGorakhnath, Gorakhpur
EntryFree
About Gorakhnath Temple
The seat of the Nath yogis and the shrine the city is named after, where Guru Gorakhnath is said to have meditated. The Khichdi Mela starts on Makar Sankranti in mid January, when lakhs of people offer khichdi at the shrine, and the fair grounds run for a month. The compound is large and well kept, with the Bhim Sarovar tank, a cattle shelter and the math buildings. Its mahant is the sitting chief minister.
What to see and do
- Khichdi Mela from Makar Sankranti
- Seat of the Nath sampradaya
- Bhim Sarovar tank
- The shrine Gorakhpur is named for
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