Gangasagar Temple (Kapil Muni Temple)
Location: Sagar Island, near the confluence of the Ganga River and Bay of Bengal
According to Hindu mythology, King Bhagiratha brought the River Ganga to Earth to liberate the souls of his ancestors near this sacred place. The temple is associated with Sage Kapil Muni and becomes the center of the famous Gangasagar Mela held every year during Makar Sankranti.
Temple Details
Basic Information
Temple Name
Gangasagar Temple (Kapil Muni Temple)
Location
Sagar Island, near the confluence of the Ganga River and Bay of Bengal
District
South 24 Parganas
State
West Bengal
Architecture
The Gangasagar Temple is built in simple traditional Hindu architectural style with a peaceful temple complex near the seashore. The temple surroundings provide a spiritual atmosphere for pilgrims visiting the sacred confluence.
Temple Gallery
Full Address
Gangasagar Temple, Sagar Island, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal – 743373, India
Temple Description
Gangasagar Temple, also known as Kapil Muni Temple, is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations in India. Devotees believe that taking a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga River and the Bay of Bengal washes away sins and brings spiritual blessings.
Services & Facilities
Live DarshanPrasad DeliverySpecial PujaAbhishekDiya DonationAarti Booking
Aarti & Temple Timing
Temple Timing
Morning Darshan7:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon Darshan12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Evening Darshan5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Aarti Timing
Mangala Aarti3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Morning Aarti4:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sandhya Aarti7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shayan Aarti8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Tourist Attractions
- - Dwarka Beach
- - Bet Dwarka
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Medical Stores
- - Dwarka Medical Store (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Pharmacy (0.3 km)
Nearby ATMs
- - HDFC Bank ATM
- - Axis Bank ATM
- - Rukmini Devi Temple
Food
- - Dwarka Food Court (0.4 km)
- - Vishnu Bhojanalaya (0.3 km)
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FlightJamnagar Airport (JGA) - 45 km
TrainDwarka Railway Station - 10 km
BusDwarka Bus Stand - 12 km
Auto FareRs 200-300 (Round Trip)
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