About Nageshwar Mahadev Temple
Nageshwar Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Saputara, the hill station in Dang district, Gujarat. Situated near Saputara Lake within the Sahyadri range, it is a prominent religious site for visitors to the hill station. The temple enshrines a Shiva Lingam and is visited for darshan and prayer, especially during Maha Shivratri and Shravan month.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized Shiva temple set in the forested hill station environment of Saputara. The temple features a sanctum with a Shiva Lingam, a simple shikhara and prayer hall. The surroundings are quiet with views of hills and nearby lake area. Visitors can offer prayers, observe rituals, and experience a calm spiritual atmosphere typical of hill station temples.
Key highlights
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Dedicated to Lord Shiva with central Shiva Lingam
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Located in Saputara hill station near Saputara Lake
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Peaceful forested hill setting in the Sahyadri range
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Popular during Maha Shivratri and Shravan month
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Easily accessible on Saputara sightseeing circuit
Culture & Context
The temple is a locally revered Shaivite shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped as Nageshwar Mahadev. It holds religious importance for residents and tourists visiting Saputara and sees increased gatherings during Maha Shivratri and the holy month of Shravan for special prayers and abhishekam.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Surat Airport and Nashik Airport, with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai as the major international gateway. Onward journey by road to Saputara. |
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| By train |