Galteshwar Mahadev Temple Surat
Temple Timings and Details
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Maha Shivaratri: The temple celebrates Maha Shivaratri with great fervor. Devotees flock to the temple to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings from Lord Shiva. Shravan Month: The month of Shravan (July–August) is considered highly auspicious for worshipping Lord Shiva.
Galteshwar Mahadev Temple in Surat is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated on the banks of the Tapi River, approximately 34 km from Surat. The temple's main attraction is a 62-foot-tall statue of Lord Shiva, and it is also known for the natural swimming pool and river bathing facilities.
About Galteshwar Mahadev Temple Surat
The Galteshwar Mahadev Temple in Surat is a modern Shiva temple, not a historical one like the one in Kheda District. The Galteshwar Mahadev Temple in Surat is known for its large statue of Lord Shiva, a gufa-like structure with replicas of the 12 jyotirlingas, and views of the Tapi River. The Galteshwar Mahadev Temple in Kheda District, on the other hand, is a 12th-century temple associated with Galav, a Rishi from Puranas, and King Chandrahas. It's built in a unique bhumija style, influenced by central Indian Malwa and Gujarati Chaulukya architecture.
