Patit Pawan Mandir is a Hindu temple in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India. It was built by Shriman Bhagojisheth Keer in 1931. Patit in Marathi refers to the lowest, humblest, downtrodden man in the society. Pawan becomes purified, enlightened, awakened and fulfilled. The temple took this name to refer which transforming the downtrodden to the pure form, restoring a worshipper’s rights as a human being. It […]
Maharashtra
Maharashtra, a state in Western India, is home to some of the most magnificent and ancient temples in the country. These temples not only hold great spiritual significance but also showcase the rich cultural heritage of the state. Maharashtra’s temples range from grand, ornate structures to simple, serene abodes of the divine.
One of the most popular temple circuits in Maharashtra is the Ashtavinayak Yatra, a pilgrimage to eight temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Each temple has its own unique significance and history. The Moreshwar Temple in Morgaon, the first stop of the yatra, is believed to be the starting point of Lord Ganesha’s journey on earth. The Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is another popular temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha and visited by millions every year.
Apart from the Ashtavinayak Yatra, Maharashtra is also home to other iconic temples such as the Trimbakeshwar Temple in Nashik, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India, and the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, which attracts devotees from all over the world.
Maharashtra’s temples also showcase exquisite architecture and intricate carvings. The Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an example of ancient rock-cut architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva.
In conclusion, Maharashtra’s temples offer a unique blend of spirituality, history, and architecture. A visit to these temples is not only a journey of faith but also an opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage of the state.
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Parshuram Temple, Ratnagiri
Parshurama Temple (also known as Shree Kshetra Parshuram) is a temple of Lord Parshurama, the sixth avatar of Vishnu in Hinduism located at Chiplun in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Sansthan Shri Bhargavram Parshuram At post, Taluka, Parshuram, Chiplun, Maharashtra 415605 Contact Details 077740 21100
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Padmalaya, Jalgaon
Padmalaya (also known as “Prabhakshetra”) is a village in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It lies 10 km from Erandol and 31.5 km from the district headquarters of Jalgaon . ‘Padmalaya’, a portmanteau word blending “Padmasya” and “Alaya”, means “Home of Lotus” in Sanskrit. The name is derived from a large lotus pond that is believed to have existed adjacent to a local temple […]
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Nala Sopara, Palghar
Nala Sopara, associated with Shurparaka (lit. city of braves; Śūrpāraka) and formerly known as Sopara, is a town within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The town lies in the Palghar district of Maharashtra. The town gained a lot of popularity due its massive representation in dance, nationally and internationally. The population of the city is 5.5 lakhs. It also has railway station on the Western Railway […]
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Marubai temple, Mumbai
Known since 1700 AD, Matunga was a cluster of villages, which later on were brought under a single governing umbrella by the ruling British. The area was called Marubai Tekdi Gaon, which is said was shortened to MaTunGa (Matunga). Marubai is the traditional Gaondevi (village Goddess) of Matunga whose small temple existed under a peepal tree at King’s Circle. The then British Government […]
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Mandhradevi, Satara
Mandhardevi Kalubai temple is near Wai (Satara District, Maharashtra, India). Located on a hill 4,650 feet above sea level, the temple, some 20 km from Satara, overlooks the picturesque Purandar fort. Devotees attribute miraculous properties to a grove around the shrine. Local lore has it that the temple is more than 400 years old and was built during Shivaji’s Maratha rule; no definite date […]
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Dattatreya Temple, Nanded
Nestled in the heart of Nanded, a city in the state of Maharashtra, India, lies the serene and sacred Dattatreya Temple. This revered shrine holds immense significance for devotees of Lord Dattatreya, an incarnation of the Hindu trinity Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. With its rich spiritual heritage and architectural grandeur, the Dattatreya Temple stands as […]
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Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur
The Shri Ambabai (mahalaxmi) Temple of Kolhapur in Maharashtra, India, is one of the most famous temples of Hinduism of the state.Kolhapur and the temple is located on the banks of the Panchganga River,it is about 230 km south of Pune Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Kolhapur Railway Station is around 5 […]
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Mahakali Temple, Ratnagiri
The Mahakali Temple is a Hindu temple situated at Adiware, Rajapur Taluka, Maharashtra state, India. It is 28 kilometres (17 mi) from Rajapur, 39 kilometres (24 mi) from Ratnagiri, 350 kilometres (220 mi) from Mumbai. Nearby Famous temple : Shree Aryadurga devi, Devihasol is famous temple. It is 14 km from Adivare, The fair of Aryadurga devi is also famous Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to […]
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Kukdeshwar Temple, Pune
Kukdeshwar Temple is located in Pune District of Maharashtra, India.It is about 15 km west of Junnar and lies on the banks of Kukdi River. It is a Shiv temple noted for its beautiful sculptures and carvings. The roof of this temple is in a dilapidated state. Chavand fort, also known as Prasannagad, is approximately 3 km from Kukdeshwar temple. Nearest Town is Junnar. Architecture Legend / […]