Jejuri Temple
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| Jejuri Temple |
In the distance of 48 km from Pune Junction, Jejuri is a city and a municipality located to the southeast of Pune city. Known as Khandoba Temple, Jejuri city is known as one of the most sacred temples in Maharashtra and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Pune. The Jejuri Khandoba Temple is dedicated to Lord Khandoba, also known as Mhalsakant or Malhari Martand in this area. Lord Khandoba is an important god worshiped by the oldest tribal Dhangar in Maharashtra. It is believed that Khandoba is the God of Sakamabhakti, the God who fulfills all the desires of the devotees and Jejuri is famous for its old lamp wreath.
The idol of Sri Khandoba contained inside the temple is very beautiful. Three weapons are kept in the Jeju temple, one is a sword, one is a damaru and one is a paral. They are magnificent, exquisite and have added historical significance. Sword competition is held every year on the occasion of Dussehra at the temple. Most of the time the sword of the temple is held high and declared as the winner. It draws people from all over the state to celebrate the Bandara festival. The Lord Khandoba Temple in Jejuri is built on a hill and has a good view today. A series of climb approximately 200 steps to reach is required to enter the womb. On both sides of the main entrance of the temple are various statues of elephants. In the middle of the whole flat plateau on the hill is surrounded by stones, among which is the Khandoba Temple. The entire courtyard is surrounded by arched walls, with cypress pillars and elegant balconies with elegant cusped arches. This room has three gates and the temple faces east. The outermost part is an arched portico consisting of a square tent and a garbhagriha.
Temple Opening Time: 6 AM to 8 PM
Entry Fees: No Entry Fees
Duration: 1 to 2 Hrs
Temple Opening Time: 6 AM to 8 PM
Entry Fees: No Entry Fees
Duration: 1 to 2 Hrs
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