Jwala Narasimha, Kole Narasinghpur (Maharashtra, India) – one of the ancient self-manifested idols of shaligrama Shila Narsimha. The place has the same importance as Multan (Pakistan). This is the biggest Shaligram idol in the world. Lord Narsimha idol in Kole Narsimhapur is made of shaligram. It is a self-manifested form of the Lord. As seen, […]
Sangli
Sangli is a city located in the western Indian state of Maharashtra, known for its rich cultural heritage and numerous temples. The city is situated on the banks of the Krishna River and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a popular tourist destination. There are many historical and religious places to visit in Sangli, with numerous temples being the highlight of the city.
One of the most popular temples in Sangli is the Shree Mahalaxmi Temple. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Mahalaxmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. It is believed that the goddess resides in the temple and blesses her devotees with prosperity and happiness. The temple is constructed in a unique Hemadpanthi style of architecture, and the intricate carvings on the walls and pillars are worth admiring.
Another famous temple in Sangli is the Kashi Vishveshwar Temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to be one of the oldest temples in the city. The temple is constructed in a traditional style and has a magnificent Shiva lingam, which is considered to be one of the most powerful in the region. The temple complex also has a beautiful garden and a water tank that adds to its serenity.
Other popular temples in Sangli include the Ganpati Temple, the Jyotiba Temple, and the Ramling Temple. Each of these temples has a unique significance and attracts a large number of devotees throughout the year. The Ganpati Temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, while the Jyotiba Temple is dedicated to the local deity Jyotiba, who is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Ramling Temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and is considered to be a highly auspicious temple.
If you are planning to visit Sangli, then do not miss out on visiting these beautiful temples that are not only architecturally stunning but also hold immense religious and cultural significance.
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Shri Datta Mandir, Sangli
Audumbar is known for the shrine of Dattatraya held in high reverence. It is said to have been built in honour of Nar-sirhha Sarasvati who was a great saint and who is supposed to be the incarnation of Dattatraya. His greatness has been extolled in Guru Charitra written by Sarasvati Gangadhar. Narsimha was born of […]
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Revansiddha Temple, Sangli
Revansiddha Temple is a holistic devine temple dedicated to Lord Sri dev Revansiddha, (Renukacharya-the first panchacharya). It was built in the‘ 16th century and lies hardly three furlongs away from the village Renavi. Renavi is celebrated for an old temple dedicated to Revan Nath( Revan Siddh), a saint of repute, said to have been under the special favour of Lord […]
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Ganpati Temple, Sangli
The Lord Ganapati Temple is situated in the city of Tasgaon within the Sangli district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Most of the Ganapati idols have a left-sided trunk, while this temple’s idol’s trunk bends towards the right.The Ganapati idol with the trunk curved towards the right is said to be ‘active (jagrut)’. This Ganapati is regarded as a living idol, ready to bless communities […]