Bhimashankar
JyotirlingaMaharashtra
Why Sacred
Where Shiva defeated demon Tripurasura. His sweat formed the Bhima River. In Sahyadri hills amid dense forests.
Deity & Tradition
Deity: Lord Shiva (Bhimashankar)
Tradition: Shaiva
How to Reach
Airport: Pune (110 km). Road from Pune via Manchar.
Pune (110 km)
Pune (110 km)
Temple Timings
5 AM - 9:30 PM
Visit Info
Best Time: Oct-Feb
Major Festivals: Maha Shivaratri