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Bhuleshwar

Ancient temples that are famous for their beauty or sculptures and even kings or princes, abound in India. But when one of them dates back to the era of the Pandavas (the great princes who took part in the Mahabharata), one cannot ignore the significance of such a temple.

The temple at Bhuleshwar, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one such temple. Located about 50 kms from Pune, this temple situated on a hill is worth visiting. One needs to take the Pune–Solapur highway driving through Hadapsar, Loni-Kalbhor, and Urulikanchan to reach Bhuleshwar. The temple is located about 6 kms from the main highway road. Mythologically, Bhuleshwar is known as the place where Goddess Parvati danced for Lord Shiva, her husband to be and pleased him immensely.

They moved on to Kailas Parvat (hill) thereafter and got married there. Historically, Bhuleshwar’s hill temple was originally a fort called as ‘Mangalgadh’ built in the 13th century. Beautiful carvings on the temple walls bring out their glory and enchant the visitors. As one climbs up the hill, there is a breath-taking view of Jejuri on the south, Purandar on south-west and Dhavaleshwar on the West side of the hill.

Bird watching is also popular in the mountains near Bhuleshwar. Tawny eagles and other migratory birds are often seen here during the winters. To reach the mountain valley for the bird watching site, one needs to drive on the Pune-Solapur road upto four kms ahead of Yavat where one must take a right turn and pass the Deccan Explosives factory to drive upto the mountain and see the valley on the left. This historic place in Maharashtra is also one of its most ignored. There are crowds here only during the month of Shravan or on the occasion of Mahashivaratri. However, Bhuleshwar is worth visiting any time of the year and a good place for a day’s trek.