Nandishwar temple

Nandishwar Temple – The Sacred Hill of Nandgaon

Nandishwar Temple is a holy and ancient temple located in Nandgaon, Uttar Pradesh, dedicated to Nandi, the sacred bull and vehicle (vahana) of Lord Shiva. The hill on which Nandgaon stands is called Nandishwar Hill, named after Nandi, who is believed to have taken the form of this hill in devotion to Lord Krishna.

🌸 Spiritual Significance

  • According to belief, Nandi, the faithful servant of Lord Shiva, desired to witness the divine pastimes of Lord Krishna.

  • Pleased with his devotion, Lord Shiva granted Nandi the blessing of becoming a hill in Braj, so he could always be close to Krishna’s childhood activities.

  • This hill became known as Nandishwar Parvat (Nandishwar Hill)—and the temple dedicated to Nandi was established here.

  • The temple symbolizes devotion, surrender, and the divine connection between Shaivism (Shiva tradition) and Vaishnavism (Krishna tradition).

🛕 Temple Highlights

  • The temple features a sacred idol of Nandishwar (Nandi), worshipped with deep reverence.

  • Situated on the top of the hill, the temple offers breathtaking views of Nandgaon, the home of Nanda Baba and Yashoda Maiya.

  • Devotees often visit the Nand Bhavan Temple, which is also located on Nandishwar Hill, making it a spiritually enriching journey.

📍 Location

  • Located in Nandgaon (Nandgram), near Mathura and Vrindavan, in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh.

  • Visit is often combined with nearby Krishna Leela Sthals within Nandgaon.

✨ Why Visit Nandishwar Temple?

  • To pay respect to Nandi, the devoted follower of Lord Shiva

  • To experience the divine atmosphere of Nandishwar Hill

  • To enjoy scenic views of Nandgaon and its spiritual surroundings

  • To feel the unique harmony of Shiva and Krishna devotion

🧭 Nearby Places to Visit

  • Nand Bhavan (Krishna’s childhood home)

  • Yashoda Kund

  • Vrinda Kund

  • Barsana (Radha Rani Temple & Kunds)