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Sight Address : Wai,also called as a town of temples beacause of large number of temples located at the banks of Krishna River, nearby Panchgani. Edit

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Wai is also called as a town of temples beacause of large number of temples and its architecture which is thronged by devotees throughout the year. Some of the prominent temples are-
Dholya Ganapati Temple – Constructed by Shilahar dynasty s Sardar Raste in 1762, the Wai Ganapati temple is the most important attraction in Wai city. The temple is a significant pilgrim site which is known as the Dakshin Kashi of India. The temple is visited by the pilgrims to worship the presiding deity of lord Ganesh which is very big – as name suggests- and is situated on the beautiful Ghats of river Krishna.
Chakreshwar Temple – Situated on the Brahmanshahi Ghat and one of the four temples is the Chakreshwar temple where Lord Chakreshwar is worshipped.
Kaleshwar Temple – Situated besides the Chakreshwar temple on the Brahmanshahi Ghat is the lord Shiva temple of Kaleshwar.
Chimneshwar Temple – This is the third temple on the Brahmanshahi Ghat that houses the idol of lord Chimneshwar.
Rameshwar Temple– Situated on the Ramdoh Ghat is the famous temple of Rameshwar dedicated to lord Rama.
Chilavali Devi Temple – Situated besides the Rameshwar temple on the Ramdoh Ghat is the famous temple of Chilavali Devi dedicated to goddess Chilavali.
Mahalaxmi Temple– Located at Dharmapuri the temple Mahalaxmi is very famous and is particularly dedicated to Mahalaxmi, who is the Goddess of wealth as per the Hindu mythology.
Vitthal Temple – Located close to the Brahmanshahi Ghat is the Vitthal Temple dedicated to Lord Vitthal, a reincarnation of lord Krishna.
Ganapati Temple – Next to the Vitthal temple is the beautiful Ganapati temple near the Brahmanshahi Ghat and is dedicated to Lord Ganesh.
Shiva Temple- Located on the Gangapuri Ghat is the Shiva temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees visit the temple in huge numbers during Mahashivratri.
Dwarka Temple – Besides the Shiva temple is the famous Dwarka temple on the Gangapuri Ghat dedicated to lord Krishna. The temple celebrates Janmashtami- the birth of lord Krishna in a big way.
Bhairoba Temple – The temple is dedicated to lord Bhairoba and hence the name. This temple too is situated on the Gangapuri Ghat in Wai.
Rokdoba Temple – The Rokdoba temple houses the idol of lord Hanuman which was built during the reign of the Marathas by Swami Ramdas.
Dattatreya Temple – Located on the Gangapuri Ghat near the Shiva temple is the temple of lord Dattatreya, who is a blend of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.
Kashi Vishweshwar Temple – The Kashi Vishweshwar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, as people believe that the temple is one of the holiest shrines in the region of Wai.
Vishnu Temple – Located at Dharmapuri besides the Mahalaxmi temple is the Vishnu temple dedicated to lord Vishnu.

Temples at Wai

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These temples in wai are dedicated to respective gods and goddesses and hold significance in their own way. Most of the Wai temples are built in the “Hemadpanthi” style of architecture by using huge stone slabs is the major characteristic of Hemadpanthi architecture.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

The Best season to visit Wai is the winters and the onset of summers. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing. The best months to visit are September, October, November, January, February, March, April and May.

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Morning , Afternoon , Evening

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hrs.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Annapurna Veg Restaurant & Lodge – Wai. ; 605, Near Ganpati Mandir, Ganpati Ali, Wai, Satara – 412803 ; Ph/M – 9421115099, 9423261691, 9689099917 . ; Food Serve – N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies is also easily available here to reach the sight.

BUS : Wai is well connected by state road transport and private bus services. Regular bus services are available from Pune and Satara. Super fast and Deluxe A/C buses are also available on this route.

Train : The nearest railhead is Satara which is on the Pune-Miraj section and is connected to Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Mysore, Baroda, Surat, Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Sangli-Miraj and Goa by express trains.

Air : Pune’s Lohegaon airport is the closes airport at 88 km. After reaching airport local and MSRTC buses, Auto rickshaws and Taxis are available to reach wai.

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