Ashtavinayak (Marathi: अष्टविनायक) literally means “eight Ganeshas” in Sanskrit. Ganesh is the Hinduism/Hindu deity of unity, prosperity & learning and removes obstacles. The term refers to eight Ganeshas. Ashtavinayaka yatra trip refers to a pilgrimage to the eight Hindu temples in Maharashtra state of India that house eight distinct idols of Ganesh, in a pre-ascertained sequence. The Ashtavinayak yatra or pilgrimage covers the eight ancient holy temples of Ganesh […]
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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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Amruteshwar Temple, Ahmednagar
Amruteshwar Temple is an intricately carved Shiva temple built in Ratanwadi over a thousand years ago. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Amruteshwr temple, @-Ratanwadi near Bhandardara, Ratanwadi, Maharashtra 422604 Contact Details
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Allamprabhu Temple, Osmanabad
The Allamprabhu is a unique temple. Situated on a beautiful hill near a magnificent lake, the uniqueness of this temple is that “both Hindus and Muslims pray in this temple This place is located at 1.5 kilometers (0.93 mi) from Bhoom, a small town in Osmanabad district, Maharashtra. Historically, Bhoom was under Nizam of Hyderabad. On September 17, 1948, the forces of Nizam […]
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Vyadeshwar, Ratnagiri
Shri Dev Vyadeshwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to the God Shiva. It is located in Guhagar, Ratnagiri District of the Indian state of Maharashtra State.It is considered the Kuladevata (Clan God) of many Chitpavan families from the Konkan region. Architecture Legend / Local stories According to Hindu mythology, sage Parashurama created the land of Konkan by shooting his arrow into the sea and commanding the Sea God to retract the waters to the […]
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Veerabhadra Devasthan-Vadhav, Raigad
Veerabhadra Devasthan-Vadhav is a Hindu temple located in Vadhav, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Address Contact Details
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Siddheshwar temple, Solapur
Siddheshwar Temple is a temple in Solapur district, Maharashtra, India. It is sacred to Hindus and members of the Lingayat faith. There is a lake within the temple complex. Located amidst a lake further flanked by Bhuikot fort, Siddheshwar temple is sacred to Lord Siddheshwar, who is considered as an incarnation of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The temple […]
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Siddhanath Temple, Satara
Mhaswad is well known for Lord Siddhanath. Siddhanath is believed to be incarnation of Lord Shiva. Siddhanath is patron god of adjacent regions and one of among several regional protective (Kshetrapal) gods of Maharashtra.Mhaswad is situated on the bank of Manganaga river. Historically, this place was ruled by Mane(माने), a Maratha Kshatriya 07 Kuli clan. The […]
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Shiv Mandir,Thane
The Shiv Mandir of Ambarnath is a historic 11th-century Hindu temple, still in use, at Ambarnath near Mumbai, in Maharashtra, India. It is also known as the Ambreshwar Shiva Temple, and known locally as Puratana Shivalaya. It is situated on the bank of Vadavan(Waldhuni) river, 2 km away from Ambarnath (East) railway station. The temple was built in 1060 AD beautifully carved in stone. […]
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Shede dev, Palghar
Shede Dev is a very old Shiva temple in Madhukar Nagar, Saphale, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India. It is more than 100 years old. There is huge function near the Temple at every Maha Shivaratri. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Nearest bus stand is Vasai. In the state of Maharashtra,Palghar is a must visit place.You can easily get […]
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Pateshwar, Satara
Pateshwar is a village in Satara district of Maharashtra, known for rock-cut caves with shrines of Shiva. Pateshwar is located about 11.26 km South East of Satara on the Satara-Kolhapur state highway in Maharashtra. While there are two ways of approaching Pateshwar, the most popular route is through Degaon village by State Transport buses, autorickshaws apart from private cars. The other route is from […]