Mahabaleshwar Temple Tourism

Type of destination: Temple

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Closed in: Open all year

Mahabaleshwar Temple is an ancient shrine situated in the Mahabaleshwar hill station of Maharashtra, India. This revered site is dedicated to Lord Shiva and holds great religious significance among Hindu devotees. It is an exquisite example of Maratha heritage with its classical architecture and enshrines a 'lingam' representing the deity. Surrounded by thick forests and the Western Ghats, the tranquil ambiance of the temple along with its mesmerizing natural backdrop makes it a popular spot for both pilgrims and tourists. The temple consists of two partsâ€”the sanctum sanctorum housing the deity and the central hall for devotees. The temple was built by the Chanda Rao More dynasty in the 16th century and features a simple yet elegant design. The serene atmosphere is punctuated by the striking bell at the entrance donated by Chimaji Appa, brother of Peshwa Baji Rao I. Mahabaleshwar Temple is not only a place of worship but also a significant cultural landmark reflecting the rich history and spiritual traditions of the region.

Monday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Tuesday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Wednesday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Thursday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Friday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Saturday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM
Sunday	Opening Time: 5:00 AM Closing Time: 12:00 PM Evening Opening Time: 4:00 PM Evening Closing Time: 9:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Mahabaleshwar Temple

Adult	Free
Child	Free

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Mahabaleshwar Temple

Tip 1

Remove shoes before entering the temple premises.

Tip 2

Respect the local customs and dress modestly.

Tip 3

Do not photograph inside the sanctum sanctorum.

Tip 4

Check for local festivals as the temple might be crowded.

Top 5 Reviews on Mahabaleshwar Temple

Cruiser33356279977

Wrote on 29th Oct, 2023

Advice to Future Visitors

Review of Mahabaleshwar Visit - October 2023: Family Trip: We visited Mahabaleshwar in October 2023 for a family trip. Our group included around 23 members, including children, and we traveled in fo..

749devendrag

Wrote on 20th Aug, 2023

Mahabaleshwar temple

Mahabaleshwar temple is the temple from which the city derives it's name. It is a very ancient temple of Shivji. We went on a rainy day and as a result the temple was not crowded. We had our darshan v..

Harshshah1212

Wrote on 16th Jun, 2023

Ancient temple

A very ancient temple located in old Mahabaleshwar. To avoid long queues, temple also has facility of darshan from distance. A must visit site during mahabaleshwar visit.

BalkrishnaShroff

Wrote on 7th Mar, 2023

A Temple Worth Visiting !!

It is located about 6 km from bus stand in old Mahabashwar. It was built by Raja Chanda Rao More in 16th century. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is the only Shiva temple in the world with a Linga ..

Suryakatakam

Wrote on 24th Feb, 2023

Only one temple in entire world where Shiva Linga is in Rudraksha Shape

Mahabaleshwar is famous for its temples and view points. There are three famous temples in Mahabaleshwar namely Mahabaleshwar temple, Panchaganga temple and Krishnabai temple. This Mahabaleshwar templ..