Hindu temple
Grishneshwar Temple
Also known as Ghrishneshwar, Grushneshwar.
In short
Grishneshwar, near the Ellora caves in Maharashtra, is traditionally regarded as the last of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Shiva. The temple stands at Verul, close to one of the great rock-cut cave complexes of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Key facts
- Presiding deity
- Shiva
- Significance
- One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva
- Location
- Verul (near Ellora), Maharashtra
Significance
Shiva is worshipped here as Grishneshwar; it is commonly counted as the twelfth and final Jyotirlinga, completing the circuit of the twelve.
The shrine sits beside the Ellora caves, an ancient rock-cut complex, placing the pilgrimage amid extraordinary heritage.
History
The present red-stone temple, carved in the Deccan style, was rebuilt in the 18th century by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore, who restored several major shrines across India.
How to reach
At Verul, near the Ellora caves, in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) district, Maharashtra. The nearest major hub is Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar).
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About Grishneshwar Temple
Which is the last of the twelve Jyotirlingas?
Grishneshwar, near the Ellora caves in Maharashtra, is commonly counted as the twelfth and final Jyotirlinga.
Where is Grishneshwar?
At Verul, beside the Ellora caves, in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) district, Maharashtra.
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