- One of the most revered pilgrimage sites Pandharpur is in Maharashtra is is a town in Solapur district in state of Maharashtra.
Pandharpur has the "Kuladivat" of Maharashtra State- Shree Vithoba and Rukmini, on the banks of the river. - Bhima river is called as "Chandrabhaga" near Pandharpur, as it flows like half moon shape.
- It is also known by the other names, Pandurang, Vitthal or Pandhari.
- And it is said that an incarnation of Lord Shiva and Vishnu has taken place here.
- The Vithoba temple attracts about a million Hindu pilgrims during the major yātrā (pilgrimage) in the month of Ashadh (June–July).
- This temple, covering a vast area, has a total of six gates. The eastern entrance to this temple is known as the Namdev gate.
- The sanctum enshrines a standing image of Vithoba.
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| Syayanbhu Vithoba |
There are inscriptions in this temple dating back to the 13th century.
In the temple of Vithoba, 'Pad-Sparsha-Darshan', is a special ceremony.
Tourist Attraction :
- Pundalika Temple
- Vishnupada Temple
How To Reach There
Nearest airport : Pune.
Nearest railhead : Pandharpur on the Kurduwadi .
By Road : Mumbai - Pandharpur, 386 kms.