Nagpur

Temples

[ Shri Ram Temple | Adasa | Markanda | Dhapewada | Bhadravati | Nawegaon Khairi | Wardha | Muktagiri | Ambhora | Deekshbhoomi | The Dragon Palace Temple | Gangavataran Shiva Statue at Nandanwan | Balaji Mandir | Sri Poddareshwar Ram Mandir ]

Shri Ram Temple, Ramtek
Pavnar, of extreme historical importance, is strategically located in the district of Wardha on the verge of the Dham River. It forms one of the most prehistoric colonies in the district and gets its name from a renowned Rajput King by name Pawan. Of the few attractions that can be found here, are the Gandhi Kuti and the Paramdham Ashram of Vinobaji. The latter is situated at a distance of 13 kms from the main land of Wardha. Nearest airport seems to be Nagpur, which is at a distance of 65 kms. Wardha forms the nearest railhead, at a distance of 12 kms. State Transport buses ply from Nagpur, Wardha to Pavnar

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Adasa
Adasa is a tiny village in the district of Nagpur, a village that houses a plethora of ancient and magnificent temples. The Ganapati temple, that exists here lodges an idol of the Lord, which is a single stone, set up to facilitate easy worship for the devotees. The place lies at a distance of 45 kms from Nagpur and the latter incidentally forms the nearest place housing an airport and a railhead. Access to this place is easy with many buses plying from Nagpur, Kalmeshwar and Saoner. Close to Adasa, is a hill; enlapped in that is a temple dedicated to Lord Mahadeo with three lingas. The surprising thing about the lingas is that, it is believed that they have emerged from the ground by themselves.

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Markanda
Markanda, a small parish, located on the left bank of Vainganga River, is famous as a religious site. The land gets its name from Sage Markandeya. A cluster of temples up of temples exists here housing Shiva Linga, which Markandeya is believed to have worshipped. The cluster has approximate 24 temples... and the architecture strongly resembles that of the Khajuraho temples. The nearest airport is Nagpur at a distance of 177 kms. The nearest railhead is Chandrapur, 91 kms from here.

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Dhapewada
Dhapewada, lies peacefully on the banks of the Chandrabhaga River, and plays dwelling to a small temple of Vithoba. The temple was the brainchild of Umaji Aba, Diwan to Raja Baji Rao Bhonsle. This place is affectionately termed as the Pandharpur of Vidarbha. The nearest airport and railhead is at Nagpur, 36 kms from here. State Transport buses ply from Nagpur, Kalmeshwar, and Saoner. Khindsey Lake is a gorgeous water body set amidst the green stretch, placed beneath the Ramtek hill. It forms an ideal picnic spot. Eight kms from Ramtek and 60 kms from Nagpur, this lake has a variety of water sports to offer. Fascinating greens and crystal clear waters are set in the backdrop. Regular bus services are available Khindsey lake to Nagpur / Ramtek and vice-versa.

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Bhadravati
Bhadravati also called Bhandak, is a historical village covering a great span of area, and is well known as a religious place for the Jains. There are various temples here that have been well maintained and possess paved marble flooring. Nagpur has the nearest airport, at a distance of 123 kms, whereas the nearest railhead is Chandrapur 26 kms. State Transport buses ply from Nagpur, Chandrapur, Warora.

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Wardha
Wardha, an important district, is placed at a distance of 67 kms from Nagpur and houses a museum at Maganwadi. The Ambadevi Temple at Amaravati is worth a dekko. Close to this place is the Bor Sanctuary, which is to the north of Wardha, in the Hingna range. Kanhadevi is 30 kms from Nagpur, and the beauty of the place is worth a mention.

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Muktagiri
Muktagiri is near Achalpur. Of prehistoric significance, there exists a temple here housing the idols of Jain deities. A magnificent fort on display is Balapur in the Akola District, which is a beautiful tourist spot. Located between the two rivers Mana and Mhais, it is placed at a distance of six kms form the railway station. Lonar Lake is another attraction and takes pride in being the third natural salt-water lake in the world, with a diameter of 1800 meter. The Naranala Fort is also worth giving a shot. Located in the Akola district, it has been well maintained, possessing a fortress wall and beautiful bastions. Bhure Gajanan Devasthan is a very ancient temple constructed around 250 years back by Bhure Maharaj. Few of the other attractions here are the Shri Saibaba Temple and the Tekdi Ganapati Temple. The latter is located near the Nagpur railway station.

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Ambhora
Ambhora is a small village situated on the bank of river Vainganga. It contains a well-known temple of Chaitanyesvara and the tomb of a Hindu saint Har Har Swami. Three religious fairs are held here during the year.

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Deekshbhoomi
Bharat Ratna Dr B. R. Ambedkar along with thousands of his follower's embrassed Buddhism on Oct 14' 1956 at Deekshabhoomi located at western Nagpur near Ramdaspeth. Since then the site is regarded as a pilgrimage centre for Buddhist. A memorial has since been constructed at the spot. This started with construction of a Bhikshu Niwas in 1968, followed by a P/G degree college and finally a majestic towering monument consisting of replicas of gate of Sanchi Stupa, constructed at a cost of Rs. 6 crores. 5000 Bhikshu can be accomodated in each storey. The diameter and height of the dome is 120 ft. Granites, Marbles and Dholpur Sandstone has been used for the construction of this 4000 sq. ft. hall. The President of India has recently inaugurated these majestic monuments that is a symbol of national integration and secularism and a place of pride for Nagpurians.

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The Dragon Palace Temple, Kamptee
Kamptee, satellite township of Nagpur, has recently earned a scintillating identity through the magnificent Dragon palace temple. The unique Buddhist temple with its attractive architecture and landscape was inaugurated on 23 Nov' 1999 by Mother Noriko Ogawa society, Japan on the follow-up by local MLA and minister of state of water and sanitration Ms Sulekha Kumbhare.

The temple sprawls on 10 acre of land, having a serine and beautiful buddhist prayer centre. A hude idol of Lord Buddha is installed on the first floor of the Meditation hall, which is carved out of a Single Sandalwood block. The temple with its characteristic architecture has already received an international award for best concrete structure. The dazzling while walls of the temple signify for peace, purity and divinity. The devotees who assemble there chant 'Nangu-Mayo-Ho-Renge-Kyo' during the meditating hours. The architechtural masterpiece of Nagpur i.e. the Dragon Palace temple is also called 'Lotus Temple' & stands tall amidst sprawling lush green lawns, dotted with flowering plants & laid down in an attractive landscape pattern. The Ogawa society which maintains the temple also looks after allied social activities which include running a mobile hospital, a welfare centre, an orphanage & a school for poor.

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Gangavataran Shiva Statue at Nandanwan
In the premise of Shri Laxmi Narayan temple located in Nandanvan area of east Nagpur, a trust of religious Nagpurian has decided to construct a 51 feet statue of Lord Shiva. The pledged gaint size statue has been designed by sculpture Shri Indrageet Sakharam Tidke of Malakoti distt. , Nanded the constructed of this unique statue has already began at the site. Once completed, this will be one of the most magnificiant statues in Vidharbha and perhaps India. It is likely to prove one of major centres of attraction at Nagpur.

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Balaji Mandir at Seminary
The most popular of Indian deities Shri Balaji is the presiding deityin this temple situated in the serene and picturesque surroundings of, Nagpur's famed Seminary Hills. This temple also houses the idols of Lord Kartikeya who is believed to be the commanderof the army of Gods.

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Sri Poddareshwar Ram Mandir
In the year 1923, this beautiful temple was built with marble and sandstone carving work. The three principal characters of the Indian epic-The Ramayana are the presiding deities.

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