Pune Bhuleshwar Shiva Temple, Maharashtra

Address

Pune Bhuleshwar Shiva Temple, Purandar Hostel, Malshiras, taluk, Pune district, Maharashtra 412104

Deity

Bhuleshwar Amman: Parvati

Introduction

• Temple Name: Bhuleshwar Temple
• Location: 45 km from Pune, 10 km from Pune-Solapur highway (near Yawat), Maharashtra
• Dedication: Lord Shiva
• Historical Significance: Built in the 8th century and known for classical carvings on its walls
• Protected Status: Declared a protected monument and maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India
• Unique Aspect: It is believed that when a bowl of sweets (pedhas) is offered to the Shiva Ling, some of the sweets disappear
• Ganesha Idol: The temple also features an idol of Ganesha in female attire, known as Ganeshwari, Lambodari, or Ganeshyani
• Construction: Said to have been built by King Krishnadevaraya in the 12th century

Puranic Significance:

• Mythology: It is believed that this was the location where Goddess Parvati used to dance for Lord Shiva before their marriage and departure to Kailash
• Carvings: The temple features intricate classical carvings that showcase its historical significance

Beliefs:

• Disappearing Sweets: A local belief states that when sweets are offered to the Shiva Ling, some mysteriously disappear
• Mahashivratri Crowds: The temple attracts large crowds, especially during Mahashivratri, due to this belief

Special Features:

• Fort Location: The temple is situated on Daulatmangal Fort, sometimes called Mangalgad
• Construction Material: Built with black basalt rock, superior in quality compared to the surrounding brownish basalt rock
• Goddess Parvati’s Dance: The temple is mythologically significant as the place where Goddess Parvati danced for Lord Shiva

Festivals:

• Mahashivratri: The temple is grandly decorated, with poojas and rituals performed; it is the busiest time for devotees
• Shravan and Hindola Festival: Attracts large crowds, especially during the festival of Hindola celebrated in the month of Shravan

Century/Period/Age

8th century

Managed By

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

Nearest Bus Station

Pune

Nearest Railway Station

Pune Station

Nearest Airport

Pune

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