Shirdi Sai Baba in Shirdi

Shirdi Sai Baba in Shirdi

Shirdi, a small town in Kopargam Taluk, in Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra is considered as an important place of pilgrimage in India as sage Sai Baba lived here until his death. It is approximately 285 km, which is 6 hours drive from Mumbai.

After his death, Sai Baba's fame has spread far and wide. Sai Baba believed and respected all religions. Samadhi Temple began during the life of Sai Baba, in order to have a temple of Sri Krishna. But later, Sai Baba himself decided to live there. So, after Sai Baba attained Nirvana (eternal peace), his remains were buried at the site. The articles and valuables, which were used by the Baba, are exhibited in a room here.

Dwarkamayee Masjid is the place where Baba lived for nearly 60 years. There is also a place called Chavadi where Sai Baba used to visit every night alternative. Gurusthan is the place where Sai Baba used to sit under a neem tree (Margo). It is said that the leaves of this tree lost their bitterness with the grace of Sai Baba. Samadhi of Abdul Baba devotees as Baba, Nanavalli, Bhau Maharaj and Tatya are also there in Shirdi. There are also interesting places and saints associated with Sai Baba.

The nearest station is important in Kopergaon, trains of large cities are available. The Shirdi Sai Sansthan provides board and lodging facilities but since a large number of devotees throng the place, especially on Thursdays, one may find it difficult to get accommodation. But there are good hotels that cater to the needs of all classes of devotees. Locals also let rooms for rent around here.