Bhimashankar Temple is an ancient shrine Hindu temple. This temple is present in the Sahyadri hills in Maharashtra, India. This temple is situated in the village of Shiradon, about 568 km northwest of Khed, close to Pune. The main deity is Lord Shiva. Bhimashankar Temple’s timings are 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Bhimashankar temple is also known as Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple. This temple is one of the 12 jyotirlingas. On this page, you can get information about the temple’s timings and history. So, kindly read this page to get the information about the temple.
Bhimashankar Temple History:
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Lord Shiva destroyed the demon Triparasura, who was the cause of trouble for the people. After the victory, Lord Shiva rests in the forest. At that time, Lord Shiva got heavy sweat from his body. The flow of sweat became a River. This River is called Bhima.
Another important demon connected to this temple is Bhima. He was the son of the demon Kumbhakarna, Ravan’s brother. Kumbhakarna has a heavy body, and he is an influential person.
Once, Bhima asked his mother about his father, Kumbhakarna, and his mother said Lord Rama killed Kumbhakarna. And also, his grandparents were killed by Ahalya, the wife of the great saint.
So, Bhima wanted to take revenge against who was the reason for his family’s death. So he started to meditate deeply on Lord Bramha.
Lord Bramha impressed his prayer and granted his wish to become invisible. After receiving the boon, Bhima started to irritate the Gods.
The Demi-Gods complained to Lord Shiva. Finally, Lord Siva blew fire on Bhima, and his body was destroyed by fire.
After the victory, the saints requested Lord Shiva to stay in their place and bless them. Lord Shiva accepted their wish and stayed in Bhimashankar Temple.
Places to visit near Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple:
- Matheran is 29km from the temple.
- Ahupe Waterfalls, 50 km from the temple.
- Kamshet is 107km from the temple.
- Shanivar Wada is 109 km from the temple.
Bhimashankar Temple Timings:
Here are the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple Timings
Description |
Temple Timings |
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Temple opening time | 4:00 AM |
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Morning hours | 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Evening hours |
12:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| Temple closing time |
9:00 PM |
Jyotirlinga Bhimashankar Temple Pooja Timings:
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Pooja details |
Pooja timings |
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Kakada Aarti | 4:30 AM |
| Nijaroop Darshan |
5:00 AM |
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Naivdhya pooja | 12:00 PM |
| Regular Pooja |
12:30 PM |
|
Madhyana Aarti | 3:00 PM |
| Shringar Darshan |
4:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Aarti | 7:30 PM |
| Mandir closed |
9:30 PM |
Accommodation in Temple:
- Private rooms are available near the temple and the Bhima Shankar bus stand.
- Hotel Nataraj is 9 km before Bhima Shankar Temple.
- Hotels are located in Ghodegeon, 45 km before Bhima Shankar, and Manchar, 65km before Bhimashankar.
How to reach Bhimashankar Temple:
By Air:
Pune Airport is the nearest airport to the temple, and it is around two and a half hours from the airport to reach the temple.
By Train:
Pune railway station is the nearest station.
By Road:
Buses are available from Kalyan, Karjat
Bhima Shankar Mandir Contact Details:
Email: ganesh@bhimashankar.in
Mobile: 9970045972(Ganesh gawande)
Temple Website