The Khatushyam Temple is a Hindu temple in the village of Khatushyamji, Rajasthan, (Sikar district) India. It is a pilgrimage site for worshipping the deity Krishna and Barbarika who is often venerated as a Kuladevata. Devotees believe the temple houses the head of Barbarika or Khatushyam, a legendary warrior who sacrifices his head upon the request of Krishna during the antebellum of the Kurukshetra War.
Important information
- Location: Near Shyam Darbar, Khatu, Rajasthan 332602
- Timings: Winter- 6.00 am to 12.00 am and 4.00 pm to 9.00 pm
- Summer- 4.30 am to 1.00 pm and 5.00 pm to 10.00 pm
- (best time to visit during morning and evening aarti)
- Types of Aarti: Mangala Aarti, Shringaar Aarti, Bhog Aarti, Sandhya Aarti, Sayana Aarti
- Nearest Railway Station : Ringas Junction railway station at a distance of nearly 17 kilometres from Khatu Shyam Temple.
- Nearest Airport : Jaipur International Airport at a distance of nearly 94 kilometres from Khatu Shyam Temple.
- Photography Charges: Not allowed in prayer hall
- Did you know: Barbarika had obtained a boon from Lord Krishna that he would be known by Krishna’s own name (Shyam) and worshipped in the Kaliyuga era.
In Hindu mythology, Khatushyamji is a name and manifestation of Barbarika, son of Ghatotkacha. Barbarika had obtained a boon from Lord Krishna that he would be known by Krishna’s own name (Shyam) and worshipped in the Kaliyuga era. Krishna declared that Barbarika’s devotees would be blessed just by pronouncing his name from the bottom of their hearts. Their wishes would be granted and troubles removed if they worship Shyamji (Barbarika) with a true piety.
Khatushyam temple is located in the district of Sikar in the state of Rajasthan, at a distance of 48 km from Sikar and 300 km (approx.) west of Delhi. It is one of the most important pilgrim centres of Rajasthan.
The temple has a magnificent architecture. The outside prayer hall named as Jagmohan has its walls elaborately painted, which depict many mythological scenes. Lime mortar, marble and tiles have been used in constructing the structure. The shutters of the sanctum are beautifully covered with silver sheets. The entrance and exit gates are made of marble and feature very beautiful ornamental floral designs.
The fair held here is an exception of vitality, crowd and resplendence. The shops are very beautifully decorated and various cultural shows and sweet titbits are available for the visitors.