Place to visit near Mumbai - Vajreshwari, Nashik - Temple and Hot Water Springs, Amidst Nature..!!

Embark on a soulful journey from the bustling city of Mumbai to the serene Vajreshwari Temple in Nashik. This one-day trip promises not only spiritual rejuvenation but also a glimpse into the historical and cultural richness of the region.

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Vajreshwari is a village situated near the Tansa River in the Bhiwandi Taluka of Thane, Maharashtra, India. It is famous for the Vajreshwari Temple and hot water springs.

The village is named after Goddess Vajreshwari, the presiding deity of the Vajreshwari Temple on a small hill.

Local Community: Maharashtrians, Marathi being the local language. The nearby forest has local tribes residents. .

How To Reach:

• Start your journey early in the morning to make most of your day.

• From Mumbai: The approximate distance from Mumbai to Vajreshwari Temple is around 80 kilometers, and the road trip takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, depending on traffic conditions.

• From Thane: The temple is about 2 hours car drive along NH48. Once NH48 is left behind, you need to travel along the local roads, which are not in good condition (**as on time of my visit).

Take the Mumbai-Nashik Expressway and follow the signs towards Nashik. Vajreshwari Temple is located near the town of Bhiwandi, which is on the route to Nashik.

• Nearest Railway Station: Virar (local train on Western Railway Route of Mumbai). Place accessible by local bus/car from station.

Ideal Visit Time: Rainy/Winter Seasons (July-Feb)

~:Vajreshwari Temple:~

• The temple is situated at foothills of Mandakini mountain.

• Originally, the temple was located at village Gunj at about 8 kms from Vajreshwari village. After destruction by Portuguese who rules Vasai Virar region, Gunj village & temple was shifted to the current location.

• The temple is dedicated to Devi Vajreshwari: reincarnation of Goddess Parvati.

Meaning: Devi - Goddess & ‘Vajra’ - Thunderbolt

• Ascend 50+ odd steps to reach the temple & main shrine.

• It gives best view in monsoon with clouds spread across the open landscape surrounded by hills

• The gabhara has 6 idols:

Center: Devi Vajreshwari with a sword, a gada (mace) and a trisula (trident).

To Left: Idol of Devi Renuka (Parshurama's mother) with a sword and a lotus, Idol of Devi Saptashrungi Mahalakshmi of Vani and a

Idol of Tiger: Mount/Vahana of Devi Vajreshwari.

To Right: Idol of Devi Kalika (the village goddess) with a lotus and a

kamandalu (water pot) &

Idol of Parshurama with a parshu (axe).

• All idols are adorned with ornaments, saris & crowns.

• The entire temple is surrounded by a stone wall like a fort and the hill ranges are visible from the top.

• A golden tortoise (Kurma - Lord Vishnu' incarnation ) is carved on one of the steps.

• The view from top is picturesque with greenery and cool breeze (post/during rainy season), though summers are hot and humid.

• Local food is available near the temple.

• Ample space for parking.

~:HotWater Springs:~

Approximately 1 KM from the temple, situated at banks of Tansa river, there are natural hot water springs. The water is rich in sulphur and is boiling hot even in rainy season. It is believed that skin ailments can be cured by taking dip into this water, for its sulphuric properties. There are walled areas built surrounding the water inlet for visitors to sit beside and get water (sprinkled) on themselves.

Pic Details: Tansa River, The Spring Water Kunds

Note: As locals look after the place, the place is is not well maintained.

Basic Things To Remember:

The place is not clean and lacks basic facility.

Do not expect any special and eye pleasing site.

There is no proper management of this place.

You may come across visitors bathing in the water/river bank.

The local shops provide water container/jars/changing rooms if required.

Parking is under trees/shelters.

~:Trimbakeshwar Temple:~

If time permits, visit Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, just 30 kilometers from Vajreshwari.

A place among the nature and still not commercialized is must try to rejuvenate. Escape the urban chaos for a day and experience the serenity and tranquility with nature. A perfect spot to unwind over weekend near Mumbai.

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