Srinagar: In connection with Swami Amarnath Ji Yatra-2022, Chhari-Mubarak
Swami Amarnath Ji led by Mahant Deependra Giri was taken to
Historic Shankaracharya Temple, Srinagar located at Gopadri Hills
today for prayers on the occasion of ‘Haryali-Amavasya’ (Shravan
Amavasya) as per the age-old customs.
The sound of conch shell charged the whole atmosphere. Pujan was
performed chanting Vedic hymn. Sadhus who accompanied Holy Mace
participated in the prayers that lasted for more than two hours.
Collective prayers were also offered for peace and prosperity of the
Jammu & Kashmir.
The summit of the hill is crowned with a picturesque edifice. This hill
was called Jetha Larak and afterwards it was named Gopadari Hill.
Some historians are of the opinion that the temple at the top was
originally built by King Sandiman (2629-2564 BC).
This temple was, earlier, known as Jyeshteshwara or Jyoteshwara
temple. But after Adi Shankracharya Ji visited this temple, it is, now,
popularly known as Shri Shankracharya Temple.
Chhari-Mubarak shall be taken to ‘Sharika-Bhawani’ Temple, Hari
Parvat, Srinagar to pay obeisance to the Goddess tomorrow, the 29th
of July 2022.
