who lived and preached in Shirdi for around six decades. Though his name & birthplace of Sai Baba are not known, he is believed to have arrived in Shirdi around 1858 and lived there till he passed on to this final abode in 1918. He was believed to be
that cured many of his devotees. His teachings & practices,
and are followed by people from various religions, castes, ethnicities, and countries.
Alluring Attractions of Shirdi
Come along on a spiritual sojourn to this little town in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, where the Sai Temple is both a source of inspiration & devotion for the followers of Sai Baba.
Sai Baba’s Temple
Located in the heart of Shirdi, his magnificent temple complex is home to the Samadhi (burial place) of Sai Baba. Thousands of devotees visit here every day and stand in long queues to pay obeisance to the saint. Sprawled in an area of 200-meter square, this temple complex is home to many significant places related to Sai Baba.
Gurusthan Sai Baba
A white shrine marks the spot where Sai Baba was initially found meditating under a Neem tree at the age of 16. His devotees now light an incense here in the belief that Sai Baba may cure them of all ailments.
Dwarkamai
This abandoned mosque that was Sai Baba’s abode, while he lived in Shirdi, is now a pilgrimage for his followers. It still holds some of Baba’s old possessions, like old clothes, a stick, a begging bowl, and an oil painting of Sai Baba.
Lendi Bagh
A sprawling garden, embellished with water bodies and manicured flower beds, Lendi Bagh is the place where Sai Baba often meditated for hours.
Fairs & Festivals of Shirdi
- Guru Purnima- Honoring the Guru or Teacher- Sai Baba
- Vijayadashmi- Sri Sai Punyatithi or the day of Sai Baba’s passing that is marked by a grand community meal.
Shopping in Shirdi
Shopping in Shirdi is all about buying Sai Baba memorabilia, his miniature figurines, and books on his teachings.
Food in Aurangabad
Naan Khaliya, a delicious mutton curry served with bread, is the signature delicacy of Aurangabad.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Shirdi would be from June to February, but special occasions like Guru Purnima and Sai Punyatithi are the most sacred days to visit here.
How to Reach
By Air- Aurangabad Airport, around 115kms from Shirdi, is the closest airport connecting Shirdi to major Indian cities.
By Rail- Kopergaon Railway Station, around 18kms from Shirdi, is the nearest railhead connecting Shirdi with the rest of the country.
By Road- A well-developed network of roads & highways connect Shirdi with the cities in the region.
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