Brahmagiri Hill
ब्रह्मगिरी
A sacred mountain behind Trimbakeshwar Temple. Climbing about 700 steps brings you to Gangadwar, the source of the Godavari, and the ruins of a hilltop fort.
Brahmagiri is the source of the Godavari River and is revered as a holy mountain by Hindus. Starting from Trimbak town, about 700 steps lead up to Gangadwar, where a small shrine and a spring mark the river's origin. Continuing upward, you reach the ruins of a hilltop fort and the Gautam Rishi Temple, with views over Trimbak town and the Western Ghats. The round trip takes 3 to 4 hours. Waterfalls abound in monsoon season, but the path is slippery. It is often combined with a visit to Trimbakeshwar Temple, and you should watch out for monkey troops.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple
- Anjaneri Hill
- Harihar Fort
- Sula Vineyards
- Pandavleni Caves
- Someshwar Temple & Waterfall
- Ramkund & Panchavati
- Kapaleshwar Temple