Gurugram Bhim Kund, also known as Pinchokhda Jhod, is a 10-acre wetland in Bhim Nagar locality of Gurgaon city  in the state of Haryana. The mythological legend behind the pond has its roots in the epic Mahabharata. There is a small shrine dedicated to Guru Dronacharya nearby.Much of the lake has now been encroached upon. Today, the lake is maintained by the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG)

location Haryana, Gurugram, Chandigarh

Legend

This area of Gurugram is associated with Guru Dronacharya,  the revered teacher of the Kauravas and Pandavas, and his ashram. The saint is believed to have lived and taught his disciples in the area.

Architecture

The pond is a 10 acre wetland though many parts have been encroached upon. The temple has two rooms, with the idol of Dronacharya along with statues of other gods and goddesses. The statue of Dronacharya is at the centre of the temple. The walls of the temple have pictures of the scenes depicting the guru teaching his disciples.

Culture

Gurugram has become a top financial and industrial hub with a lots of  leading companies having offices there. The place is located bordering Delhi. Gurugram gets its name from the legends of Guru Dronacharya associated with the place.

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Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to wear clean and conservative attire

Temple Rituals

The priests perform regular puja and rituals to the deity

Additional Info

 

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