Shirdi
 Shirdi
is a small village in Kopargam taluk, in Ahmadnagar district of the
Maharastra State. Shirdi is a very sacred, powerful and important place
of pilgrimage in India. Shirdi is about 285-km and 6 hours drive from
Mumbai (Bombay), was established in 1922 to carry out the noble service
of the saint Shri Sai Baba. The saga of Shri Sai Baba of Shirdi
started in the middle of the last century when, as a boy about 16 years
of age, he first appeared here under a neem tree absorbed in a hard
penance. He devoted 60 years of life to the enlistment of the poor and
suffering. The saint was believed to be an incarnation of lord Shiva and
his teachings transcended all religions and beliefs. A pilgrimage for
his followers, Shirdi provides various facilities for the devotees. Even
today the last few surviving elders of the village vividly recall the
miraculous wonders of the sage. He died in 1918 leaving behind grieving
villagers. Khandoba Mandir, Samadhi of Shree Sai Baba, Dwarkamai mosque,
Mhasoba temple all these places are within a periphery of 1km & can
be covered on foot.
Accommodation at Shirdi:
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Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Tirupati receieves tourists the entire year. But the best season to
visit would be from September to February.
Prime
Attractions at Shirdi
Access to Shirdi
Air:
The nearest airport is Aurangabad (144 Km) which is connected by Indian Airlines and private airlines with other cities / towns.
Rail: The convenient rail heads are Nasik(123 Km) and Manmad (60
Km).
Road:
Shirdi is well connected by Road with Mumbai via Nashik-Sinnar and Manmad. You can get the taxis from
Dadar-Mumbai (Journey Time-7 hours) up to Shirdi or you can get the Luxury Coach for Shirdi or take a train up to Nasik and take a taxi for Shirdi.
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