Bhairon Ghati

Bhairon Ghati,gangotri,india

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Bhairon Ghati, located near the confluence of Jat Ganga and Bhagirathi River, is a beautiful place, about 10km away from Gangotri. It can be accessible by road from Lanka. The temple of Bhairav Nath is surrounded by dense forest; one can reach there by crossing the Jahanvi River on foot and moving uphill. As per the historical myth, Bhagirathi left the matted hair of Lord Shiva and followed King Bhagirathi. On the way to Gangotri, it disturbed the sage Jahnu who was at the middle of the penance. Due to this, the sage was annoyed and took in the water flow with his thighs. On request of King Bhagirathi, he allowed to leave Ganga through his ears. It is also believed that Lord Shiva appointed Bahiron to safeguard this place and hence Bhairon temple exists nearby and the place is known as Bhairon Ghati.