The state of Maharashtra is not merely a
tourist destination that has plenty to offer in terms of historical
and cultural heritage dating back to the ancient times. Maharashtra
has a score of pilgrimage destination ranging from the pilgrimage
destinations that center around mythology and mythological figures
(e.g. Nasik; Warkar, Pune), those celebrating the achievements of
their religious leaders and reformers (Shirdi, Haji Ali Shrine) to
the new age pilgrimage destinations such as the Osho Commune at
Pune.
Tourism of Central India offers specialized travel packages for
your tour of the pilgrimage destinations in Maharashtra.
Pilgrimage Destinations in Maharashtra that you ought to visit
on your tour:
Nasik
Shirdi
Haji Ali Shrine
Siddhivinayak Temple
Alandi
Trimbakeshwar
Nasik Pilgrimage Destination in Maharashtra
One of the four sites of Kumbh Mela that is held once in every 12
years, it is also known as the place where Lord Ram spent 14 years
of exile. A confluence of faiths, it is home to numerous temples
(Ram Kala Mandir and Ram Kund) and fortresses that are a landmark of
Maharashtran cities and towns.
Shirdi Pilgrimage Destination in Maharashtra
Shirdi, near Nasik, is the most important pilgrimage destination in
Maharashtra for the worshipers of Sai Baba. Sai Baba was a saint who
preached religious tolerance and universal brotherhood. It is also
believed that he had magical curative powers that could cure any
ailment especially in those who had unflinching faith in him. Other
places of interest around Shirdi include Dwarkamani Mosque,
Gurusthan, the Kandoba Temple, Shani Mandir, Narsimha Mandir,
Changdev Maharaj Samadhi and the Sakori Ashram that you can visit on
your tour of pilgrimage destinations in Maharashtra.
Haji Ali Shrine in Maharashtra
Built to honor the accomplishments of the Muslim Saint Haji Ali, the
shrine and the saint's mausoleum can be accessed only during the low
tide as it famously built far into the sea and is connected to the
shore by a narrow strip of walkway.
Siddhivinayak Temple in Maharashtra
Rebuilt on the site of a 200-year-old temple in the Prabha Devi area
of Mumbai, Siddhivinayak Temple in Maharashtra is dedicated to the
worship of Lord Ganesh. The peculiarity of Lord Ganesh's idol at the
temple is the direction in which his trunk turns. Usually it is in
the left direction, but on your tour of the Siddhivinayak Temple in
Maharashtra, you will notice that his trunk prefers to move in the
other direction.
Alandi Pilgrimage Destination in Maharashtra
Alandi, where saint Dnyaneshwar attained samadhi at 21 years of age
is a pilgrimage site set on the banks of the Indrayani River. It is
frequented most during the two annual fairs of Ashadhi and Karthiki
Ekadashi. On your tour of pilgrimage destinations in Maharashtra,
you should visit the sacred samadhi of Dnyaneshwar and the
Vithoba-Rakhumai Temple.
Trimbakeshwar Pilgrimage Destination in Maharashtra
Near to Nasik, the village of Trimbak is famous for the
Trimbakeshwar Temple (dedicated to lord Trimbakeshwar) and the pious
Godavari River. It is a significant pilgrimage destination in India
because of its status as the main Jyotirlinga of the 12 known
Jyotirlingas in India. You can also dip in the holy waters of
Godavari River and Kushavarta Teertha to absolve your sins and
attend the Monday morning prayers and the Shivratri Festival, as
many devotees do, on your tour of the pilgrimage destinations in
Maharashtra.


