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Khandoba Temple
- Beed,Maharashtra
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Overview
Khandoba Temple is located on the eastern slopes in the Beed locale of Maharashtra. Constructed in Hemadpanti style, it is regularly viewed as the representative ofthe town. Two symmetrical, octagonal dipmal (tower of light) rising 21.33 meters (70 ft) are present before the sanctuary. Towers have, cut figures of people and creatures, now the greater part of them are destroyed. The directing god is Lord Khandoba - an incarnation of Lord Shiva.
There are two stories about the development of this sanctuary. One says that it was built by Sultanji Nimbalkar a Jagirdar of Nizam period. Alternate says that it was constructed by Mahadji Scindia. Tarikh-e-Bir (History of Beed) says about it with Nimbalkar.
Accessibility
Airport
Nearest airport is at Aurangabad with 110 km.
Railways
The closest railway station to Beed is Kalamb road (KMRD) with 75 km.
Road
Beed is well connected by road transport to other cities.
Temple Address
Khandoba Temple,
Beed,
Beed District,
Maharashtra,
India.
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
The temple is open from 06:00 am to 09:00 pm.