Darshan, Timing & Jyotirlinga Guide (2026)
Introduction
Bhimashankar Temple is one of the sacred 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located in the Sahyadri Hills of Maharashtra, near Pune
Yeh mandir dense forest area me sthit hai aur yahan ka environment bahut hi peaceful aur spiritual mana jata hai
Bhimashankar Temple nature lovers aur trekkers ke liye bhi ek popular destination hai.
Spiritual Importance of Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is highly revered among devotees and is believed to be a powerful place of worship. Pilgrims often include this temple in their Jyotirlinga yatra along with Trimbakeshwar Temple Nashik another important Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra.
It is also closely connected with Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Aurangabad which is located near the famous Ellora caves.
Basic Information (Address + Location)
Temple Name: Bhimashankar Temple
Location: Bhorgiri village, Khed Taluka, Pune district, Maharashtra
PIN Code: 410509
Latitude: 19.0720° N
Longitude: 73.5530° E
Sahyadri hills ke dense forest area me sthit — nature + spirituality combo
History & Mythology
- One of the 12 Jyotirlingas
- Believed that Lord Shiva killed demon Tripurasura here
- River Bhima is said to originate from this region
Isliye yeh mandir bahut hi powerful spiritual place mana jata hai
Nearby Jyotirlinga Temples to Visit
Devotees visiting Bhimashankar often travel to Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Madhya Pradesh situated on the sacred Narmada River.
Another important temple to include in the pilgrimage is Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Gujarat which is considered one of the powerful Jyotirlingas in western India.
Bhimashankar Temple Timing (2026)
- Opening Time: 4:30 AM
- Closing Time: 9:30 PM
Early morning darshan best hota hai
Aarti & Darshan
- Kakad Aarti (early morning)
- Abhishek & Puja
- Evening Aarti
Shiv bhakton ke liye yeh darshan bahut hi divine experience hota hai
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (Unique Feature)
- Temple ke around forest area = wildlife sanctuary
- Famous for Indian Giant Squirrel
- Rich biodiversity & trekking trails
Nature + spirituality combo
Trekking to Bhimashankar
- Popular trekking routes available
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
- Best for adventure lovers
Monsoon me trek aur bhi scenic hota hai
How to Reach Bhimashankar Temple
Location:
Near Pune, Maharashtra
By Road:
- Pune → ~110 km
- Mumbai → ~220 km
By Train:
- Nearest station: Pune Railway Station
By Air:
- Nearest airport: Pune Airport
Best Time to Visit
- October to March
- Monsoon (July–Sept) (for greenery lovers)
Temple Highlights
- One of the 12 Jyotirlingas
- Located in Sahyadri hills
- Wildlife sanctuary nearby
- Trekking + spiritual destination
Nearby Places
Must visit:
- Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Hanuman Lake
- Nagphani Peak
FAQs (SEO BOOST)
Q1. Bhimashankar Temple kaha hai?
Maharashtra me Pune ke paas sthit hai.
Q2. Yeh Jyotirlinga kyun hai?
Yeh Shiv ke 12 Jyotirlinga me se ek hai.
Q3. Kya yahan trekking possible hai?
Haan, popular trekking routes available hain.
Q4. Best time kya hai visit ka?
October–March aur monsoon scenic hota hai.
Travel Tips
- Trek ke liye proper shoes pehne
- Raincoat le kar jayein (monsoon)
- Early morning darshan karein
- Forest rules follow karein
