Bhuleshwar Temple
Bhuleshwar-Temple
Bhuleshwar temple is a very famous Hindu Shrine, dedciated to Lord Shiva. This
illustrious Shiva temple is located about 45 kilometres from Pune on Pune
Solapur highway in Maharashtra State. This ancient Shiva temple is basically
positioned on hillocks and was constructed in the 13th century. It is one of
the oldest places to visit while in Pune and has been declared as a protected
monument. is believed that the temple was ruined by Muslim invaders and
reconstructed later. The temple's walls are wonderfully designed and have
sculptures on the interior walls. The main Shiva abode has 5 Shivlingas idols
installed inside the sanctorum. On Mahashivratri,
umpteen devotees throng the temple with prayers on their mind and offering on
their hands. People come from various places to get Shiva’s Blessings and they
observe a holy vibe surrounding in this auspicious occasion. Fairs have been organised and people often fast on the night of
Shivratri. Tourists and the local residents sing hymns and praises in the name
of Lord Shiva to get blessings in bulk for their near and dear ones. Large
carcades are carried out within the city with people thronging the streets to
catch a glance of the venerate idol of Mahadeva.
