One of the 12 Sacred Jyotirlingas

Bheemashankar Jyotirlinga

Where the Divine Meets the Sahyadri Mountains

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Sacred Heritage

About Bheemashankar

A divine sanctuary where spirituality embraces nature

Sacred Jyotirlinga

One of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas, Bheemashankar is a manifestation of Lord Shiva's infinite light and divine presence.

Sahyadri Sanctuary

Perched at the edge of the Sahyadri mountain range, surrounded by lush forests and the pristine Bhima River.

Architectural Marvel

Built in the 13th century, the temple showcases exquisite Nagara and Hemadpanthi architectural styles.

Ancient Legacy

A Journey Through Time

13th Century CE

Original temple structure commissioned by the Yadava Dynasty around 1250 CE, featuring classic Nagara architecture.

18th Century

Sabha Mandap constructed by Nana Phadnavis of the Peshwa era. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj donated to facilitate worship services.

Present Day

Continues to attract thousands of devotees, with ongoing conservation efforts to preserve this sacred heritage.

Bheemashankar Temple Architecture
Intricate carvings depicting Hindu mythology
Divine Story

The Legend of Bheemashankar

According to ancient Hindu mythology, the demon Bhima, son of Kumbhakarna, sought revenge against Lord Vishnu for his father's death. After gaining immense power through severe penance, Bhima began tormenting sages and disrupting religious rituals across the land.

Unable to bear his atrocities, the gods prayed to Lord Shiva for intervention. In response to their prayers, Lord Shiva manifested in his divine form and engaged in a fierce battle with the demon. After a tremendous struggle, Shiva destroyed Bhima, restoring peace and dharma to the region.

It is said that the sweat that fell from Lord Shiva's body after this epic battle formed the sacred Bhima River, and the divine light that emanated from him became the Bheemashankar Jyotirlinga, blessing this sacred land forever.

Plan Your Journey

Visitor Information

Everything you need to know for your pilgrimage

Temple Timings

  • Morning: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Aarti: Morning & Evening
  • Best Time: October to March

How to Reach

  • By Air: Pune Airport (100 km)
  • By Train: Pune Railway Station (100 km)
  • By Road: Regular buses from Pune

Accommodation

  • Temple Guesthouse: Available
  • Nearby Hotels: Multiple options
  • Booking: Advance recommended

Special Occasions

  • Maha Shivaratri: February-March
  • Shravan Month: July-August
  • Kartik Purnima: November
Get in Touch

Contact Information

Address

Bhimashankar Temple, Bhimashankar
Pune District, Maharashtra 410509, India

Phone

Temple Office: +91-XXX-XXXXXXX

Email

info@bheemashankar.org

Interactive Map

Bheemashankar, Sahyadri Hills