The Ancient Shani Dev Temple (Kokilavan Dham)
Braj Sylvan Sanctuary style featuring an open-air stone altar system. The primary platform is open to the elements to allow continuous high-volume oil drainage. The temple is surrounded by ancient *Kunds* and Peepal groves, providing a rugged, authentic backdrop for streaming teams.
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About The Ancient Shani Dev Temple (Kokilavan Dham)
Dating back to the *Dwapar Yuga*, Puranic texts record that when Lord Krishna manifested in Gokul, Shani Dev arrived to view him. Yashoda Maiya denied entry out of fear of Shani's harsh sight (*Vakra Drishti*). Shani Dev entered this forest and performed unmoving penance. Pleased, Krishna appeared inside the woods as a singing Cuckoo bird (*Kokila*), blessing Shani Dev that his sight would never harm a Krishna devotee in this forest.
Why Devotees Believe
Passed down through generations of pilgrims
According to local tradition: * Shani Dev performed intense penance here after being unable to see infant Krishna.
* Lord Krishna later appeared before Shani Dev and blessed him to remain at this place and bless devotees who worship sincerely.
* The forest is called “Kokilavan” because Krishna is believed to have appeared in the form of a cuckoo (Kokila) here.
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