Babulnath Mahadev Temple (Mumbai)

India / Maharashtra / Mumbai
 temple, Shiv / Mahadev mandir
A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, here as the keeper of the Babul tree (gum-arabic tree) The faithful make a short steep climb (elevator available) up to the temple and obtain Darshan of the Shivling.

The Shiva-Ling and Idols of the Babulnath Temple were originally consecrated in the 12th century by the then Hindu king Raja Bhimdev. The temple, buried and lost over a period of time, was unearthed in 1700 or thereabout,and a temple built in 1780.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babulnath
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Coordinates:   18°57'31"N   72°48'30"E

Comments

  • VERY NICE TEMPLE
  • Beutiful Shiva Templw. Must visit to Mumbai. One of the oldest Temples in Mumbai.
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