About Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple
Shri Khatu Shyam Temple is one of Rajasthan's most famous pilgrimage sites, dedicated to Barbarik, grandson of Bhima, who sacrificed his head to Lord Krishna before the Kurukshetra war.
Lord Krishna granted him the boon to be worshipped in Kaliyuga under his own name, Shyam. Devotees carry Nishan flags on foot from Ringas during Phalguna Lakhi Mela.
Highlights
- Haare Ka Sahara Pilgrimage
- Phalguna Lakhi Mela Festival
- Nishan Yatra Foot March
Plan your darshan
Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Shri Khatu Shyam Ji (Barbarik). General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Shri Khatu Shyam Ji Temple.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Shri Khatu Shyam Ji (Barbarik)
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters