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Amruteswar Temple
- Ratanvadi,Maharashtra
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Overview
Amruteswar Temple is one of the temples of Lord Shiva with classic carvings, it is conserved by the Archaeological Survey of India, and it is located in village called Ratanvadi which is base village for famous Ratangad Fort. This place is very remote from the town called Akole. The climate in rainy season is truly scenic, lush green and cloudy. The style of Amruteswar temple is called Himad Style. The Shiva ling was drowned under water.
About The Temple
This temple is built in the ancient Bhumij style of architecture. One will be amazed to see the intricate carvings done in black stone. It remains undamaged from attacks and natural calamities. There is a presence of two sabha mandabas. The sanctum sanctorum (garbha griha) is situated in between those sabha mandabas. Shiva lingam is half submerged in water (mostly in the rainy season). The Nandi is at the rear entrance of temple which is currently used as the main entrance.
Accessibility
Airport
Aurangabad is the nearest airport.
Railways
Ahmednagar is the nearest railhead.
Other Ways to Reach
There are two main routes to reach the fort. One route starts from village Samrad and the other from village Ratanvadi. The base village Ratanvadi is approached by boat from Bhandardara or by road from Ghoti-Bhandardara road. By boat, it is a 6 km journey and further it is a 4 km walk till Ratanvadi. The trek route from Ratanvadi is the simplest one; it passes through dense forest along the northern bank of the Pravara River, till it reaches a scarp. The final climb is made easy by the iron ladders constructed by the forest department. On weekends, the locals erect small shacks on the way to provide tea and snacks for the trekkers. Some villagers provide food and snacks on the fort cave also. The trek route from village Samrad is quite difficult one. It passes over the narrow spur and finally reaches the Trymbak darwaja. This route enthrals the trekkers with joy of seeing the natural beauty. The entire fort can be seen by taking a path which moves around the ridge of the fort. A small group of people can make an overnight stay in the cave on the fort.
Temple Address
Amruteswar Temple,
Ratanvadi,
Maharashtra.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM.