Bhimashankar Temple
Jyotirlinga in the Sayhadri forests
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About Bhimashankar Temple
Nestled in the Western Ghats and the source of the Bhima river, Bhimashankar is a Jyotirlinga set amid dense forest now protected as a wildlife sanctuary. The Nagara-style shrine, surrounded by mist and birdsong, offers a darshan steeped in natural serenity.
Aarti Timings
- Kakad Aarti04:30
- Madhyan Aarti12:00
- Sandhya Aarti19:30
Timings are indicative and may change on festival days.
Festivals & Sacred Days
Maha Shivaratri
February–MarchA large fair gathers at the forest shrine for night-long worship of the Jyotirlinga.
Tripuri Purnima
NovemberThe temple is lit with rows of lamps and a tall deepmala glows through the hill mist.
Shravan Mondays
July–AugustEach Monday of Shravan draws crowds of devotees offering bilva and abhishek to Lord Bhimashankar.
Poojas & Sevas
Rudrabhishek
Ritual bathing of the Jyotirlinga with sacred water and chanting of the Rudram for peace and prosperity.
Laghurudra
Eleven-fold recitation of the Rudra performed by temple priests for the fulfilment of vows.
Bilva Archana
Offering of bilva leaves to Lord Shiva, considered especially dear to him.
Travel Guide
Address
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, Bhorgiri, Khed Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra 410509
Nearest Airport
Pune International Airport (125 km)
Nearest Railway
Pune Junction (110 km)
Best Season
August to February. The monsoon greenery is spectacular but roads can be slippery.
Dress Code
Modest traditional dress. Remove footwear at the temple entrance.
How to reach
Buses and taxis run from Pune (about 3.5 hours) via the winding ghat road. A long flight of steps leads to the temple.
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