Kalbhairav Temple

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India /Maharashtra /Raigad /Harihareshwar

Sight Address : Harihareshwar, Raigad, India Edit

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Kalbhairav Temple is an ancient and famous shrine at Harihareshwar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are several legends associated with the temple. The temple is noted for its architecture.

Kalbhairav Temple

HistoryEdit

Although Harihareshwar is an ancient place, the temple one sees today is from the Peshwa period. An inscription at the Kalbhairav temple records that it was renovated by the Peshwa in 1723. Chandrarao More of Javali built the steps. Shivaji Mahraj had visited Harihareshwar in 1674 while Samarth Ramdas Swami came here after visiting Mahableshwar. At the end of the Peshwai, from 1818 to 1841 the temple was being looked after by the British. In 1842 a managing committee was formed till a trust was created in 1953.

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October to March

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

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Minimum 30 minutes.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are another way to get around town. They can be hired from nearby cities and used for local transport as well. Taxis charge around Rs 1500 per day. A/C taxis and SUV’s such as Toyota Qualis are also available.

BUS : State transport offer bus regular and frequent services from Mumbai and Pune to Raigad. Raigad is well connected to all neighboring cities by the public transport buses, including Kolhapur (250 km), Pune (102 km), Mumbai (187 km) and Mahabaleshwar (75 km). Public bus charge is less than Rs 4 per km.

Train : Vir Dasgaon railway station is the nearest railhead to Raigad. This station is connected to Mumbai and Pune with regular trains. Taxi services are available from Vir Dasgaon to Raigad.

Air : Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International airport, which is 187 km away from Raigad, is the nearest airport. All the major airlines have service from Mumbai to all major cities in India and many cities abroad including Singapore, Hong Kong, Colombo and gulf countries. Taxis are available from Mumbai to Raigad and costs about Rs 3,000.

Others : Auto Rickshaw : Autos are available extensively and these are a good option. They are quick and cheaper than taxis. Prices have to be negotiated as they may not be metered and there are no night fares.