Khandoba Temple

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Address: Jejuri
City: Pune
State: Maharashtra
Location: West India
Type of Building: Temple
Religion: Hinduism
Accomodation: Budget hotels and lodges are available at Pune.
Accesibility: Pune is well connected to the major cities by air, rail and road.

The Jejuri is one the popular pilgrim centres of Maharashtra, located 38 kms. from Pune and 60 kms. from Sholapur. It houses a temple dedicated to Lord Khandoba. Khandoba popularly known as Khandobachi Jejuri is one of the important Gods worshipped by Dhangar the oldest tribes in Maharashtra.

About Khandoba Temple in Pune Maharashtra :
The Khandoba temple can be divided into two parts, the Mandap and Gabhara. The idol of Khandoba enshrined in Jejuri temple speaks volumes about the talent of its craftsmen. The weapons situated inside the temple namely a sword a damaru and a paral, have historical importance attached to them. The temple also serves as a venue of Sword Competition held every year on Dasera Day. Jejuri town is also important from historical point of view. It was here that Shivaji meet his father Sahaji, after a long period of time and discussed the strategy to be followed against the Mughals.

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