Aundha Nagnath (Nageshwaram) Temple - Maharashtra

Address

Aundha Nagnath (Nageshwaram) Temple – Maharashtra

Nanded – Aundha Rd, Aundha Nagnath,

Hingoli District,

Maharashtra 431705

Moolavar

Nagnath

Introduction

Aundha Nagnath Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located in the Maharashtra district of Hingoli. Aundha Nagnath (Nageshwaram) is a Temple in Hingoli District in the state of Maharashtra, India, an important place of pilgrimage. The present temple is said to have been built by the Seuna (Yadava) dynasty and dates to 13th century. The first temple is said to be from time of the Mahabharata and is believed to have been constructed by Yudhishthira, eldest of the Pandavas, when they were expelled for 14 years from Hastinapur.

Puranic Significance

According to legend, this temple building was seven stories tall before being sacked by Aurangzeb. Today, however, the Sanctum Sanctorum, which is located beneath the ground level and is accessed by two steep steps, is with the Vatican. The narrow chamber provides little space for devotees to worship, and constant prayers (Abhisheka) by Pandit Chants provide peace of mind for offering personal prayers.

Special Features

The Aundha Nagnath temple has a total area of 669.60 square meters (7200 square feet) and a height of 18.29 meters (60 ft) the temple campus covers an area of approximately 60,000 square feet. Aside from its religious significance, the temple itself is worth seeing for its breathtaking carvings. The current temple’s base is in Hemadpanti architecture, though its upper portion was repaired later and is in the style popular during the Peshwa’s reign. In the town of Aundha Nagnath, there are 5 goddess temples. The names of these places are mahakali, padmavati, kankeshwari, kalikamata, and khandeshwari. Kankeshwari, khandeshwari, and padmavati are beautiful natural places. This location is 2 kilometers from the Nagnath Temple. Kalikamata and mahakali are located in the town of Aundha Nagnath. This location is a short distance from the Nagnath Temple.

Festivals

Shravan month: Shravan Maas is the fifth month of the Hindu calendar, beginning in late July and ending in the third week of August.

Mahashivratri : Mahashivratri commemorates the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It usually happens between late February and early March.