Vishnupad Temple — History, Darshan Timings, How to Reach & Travel Guide
An ancient temple built around a footprint believed to belong to Lord Vishnu, on the banks of the Falgu river.
1. About Vishnupad Temple
Location: Gaya, Bihar
State: Bihar
Deity: Lord Vishnu
Category: Temple
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2. History of Vishnupad Temple
Vishnupad Temple is centred on a rock bearing what devotees believe to be Lord Vishnu's footprint. The current structure was built in the 18th century, though the site's religious significance for ancestral rites (Pind Daan) is described in much older texts, making Gaya an important pilgrimage center for this purpose.
3. Darshan Timings
Open from around 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
4. How to Reach
Gaya has its own airport and is a major railway junction connected to Patna and Varanasi.
5. Nearby Places
Falgu River ghats, Akshayavat, and Bodh Gaya.