Situated about 3km from Diu in Fudam village, Gangeshwar temple is a famous and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that this the place near the Gujarat where Pandavas worshipped Lord Shiva during their exile. The temple has five Shivlings that situated among the rocks where the Shivlings is washed by the sea waves every day.

Location Gangeshwar Mahadev Temple, Diu, Daman And Diu

Legend

According to the legends, the Shivlings of this temple is established by the Pandavas during their exile.

Architecture 

It is believed that there was earlier a cave Temple at the bottom of the cliff facing the sea. Over the centuries, the cliff has deteriorated and currently only the Shivling remains.

Culture 

Diu is a vibrant city where you find people from different castes and religions. Diu is a major tourist center has many attractions and sightseeing like Bunder Chowk, Fort, Panikota, St. Paul's Church, INS Kukri. Diu is more popular as a tourist place because of the natural beaches available very near to Diu like Nagoa beach, Jalandhar beach, Ghoghla beach and Diu city area itself located on beach. As Diu is a famous tourist place approximately 5000 tourist visitors visit Diu per month. Tourist and people of Diu celebrating all the festivals with colors and joy. Diu Tourism department arranging Diu Festival every year in December to encourage tourism. Diu city is best known as a place that mixes tradition with modernity. This perfect blend is evident in its architecture, with number of historical monuments and structures. People of Diu are very warm, friendly, and peaceful and show good hospitality. They are fun loving and enjoy all seasons with great zeal. Night life in Diu is quite enjoyable and safe.

Darsan Dresscode 

Wear modest clothes

Darsan Info

Temple timings : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Temple Rituals 

Morning pooja and arati starts from 6:00 AM onwards

Additional Info 

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