Temples In India

Maharashtra Rameshwar Mandir

The Rameshwar Mandir is an ancient temple located in Revdanda, Maharashtra. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Revdanda is a small village located near Alibaug in the region of Chaul. The region of Chaul is known for its temples. There are 365 temples in the Chaul region which equals the number of days in a year. The village of Revdanda is about 125Km from Mumbai and 17Km from Alibaug.

The Rameshwar Mandir features the exclusive Hemadpanthi style of architecture. As per historic records, the temple has been renovated a number of times. The temple is a wonderful place to spend some relaxing time and to meditate. The temple complex spreads over a huge piece of land and comprises of a large prayer hall and a sanctum sanctorum. The top of the temple has a dome reaching to a height of 7.62 meters.

There is a huge pond in front of the temple which is known as Pokhran in Marathi. There are also three tanks in the temple premises, the parjnya kund, agni kund and wayu kund. These tanks or kunds represent the three elements of nature namely soil, fire and air. The ambience of the temple and its surroundings are quite calm and serene.

History

The Rameshwar Mandir is an ancient temple, but its exact date of construction is not known. Records show that the temple has been renovated a number of times in history.

How To Reach

By Air

The closest airport to the Rameshwar Mandir in Revdanda is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Int. Airport, which is about 60Km away. The Lohegaon Airport is about 104.2Km away.

By Rail

The nearest railway station to the Rameshwar Mandir in Revdanda is the Mumbai Central Railway Station. It is about 2 hours away from Revdanda.

By Road

The best way to reach Revdanda is by road. Revdanda is on the same road as Alibaug. Alternatively tourists can also take a ferry service and get off at Mandwa Jetty and take a bus or an auto rickshaw from there to Revdanda.

Important Shrines

There are a number of shrines within easy reach of the Rameshwar Mandir. In Revdanda there is another temple the Datta Mandir. The Datta Mandir is located in the Chaul region of Revdanda and is built atop a hill. It is dedicated to “Datta” or the Lord worshipped by the Maharashtrian people. There are 1500 steps to climb to the temple and from here visitors can get a complete view of the entire Revdanda region.

In village the Shitala Devi Mandir is also a worth visiting shrine. The locals believe that goddess “Shitla” protects the village from all problems and calamities. Locals refer to the goddess as ‘AAI’.

Significance Of The Temple

The main deity worshipped in the Rameshwar Mandir is Lord Shiv. The temple has been on the site for several centuries, though the exact time of its construction is not known.

Weather And Time To Visit

The weather in Revdanda is pleasant all year round, but summers can get hot. The best time to visit the Rameshwar Mandir is during December or in the monsoon season.

Accomodation

• Accommodation facilities are available in Revdanda. There are a few guest houses in the village.
• Alibaug not far from Revdanda presents a lot of exciting resorts and hotels where tourists generally put up. These resorts and hotels have modern facilities and visitors can hire a taxi or get a bus to visit the Rameshwar Mandir.
• The Rameshwar Mandir is not very far from Mumbai. Tourists can have a wide range of selection of accommodation in Mumbai. The temple can be reached within about 2 hours from Mumbai.

Tips For Devotees

The temple is a holy and pure place of worship; hence devotees should follow the decorum and not spoil the serene and pure atmosphere of the area.

Rules And Rituals Of The Temple

There are no specific rules to be followed in the temple. However, visitors are required to be dress appropriately, as it is a place of worship.

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