Shirdi - The Spiritual Town
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Nestled in Maharashtra, Shirdi is an important and popular pilgrimage site in the country. It is known as the place where saint Sai Baba resided, preached his teachings and attained Samadhi. Along with the renowned Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, the city also houses several religious spots, making Shirdi an ideal place to calm your soul.
Best time to visit Shirdi:
The ideal time to visit Shirdi is from January to March. It is usually crowded with pilgrims between September and November due to various Hindu festivals of India, including Sai Baba's death anniversary, Dussehra and Guru Poornima. Let us take a look at various seasons all year round to help you plan your trip better.
- Summer: Shirdi experiences summer from March to May. The city is less crowded during the time since the temperature goes up to 40°C.
- Monsoon: The beginning of June marks the arrival of monsoon in Shirdi, which continues till August.
- Winter: Winter season in Shirdi lasts from December to February. The weather remains pleasant in winters with the temperature ranging between 8 °C and 34 °C. Winters are the best time to visit Shirdi.
Most spoken languages in Shirdi:
- Marathi
- Hindi
- English
How to reach Shirdi:
- Flights to Shirdi: Shirdi International Airport is located 14 km southwest of the city centre. Shirdi can also be reached from nearby airports - Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, and Aurangabad. IndiGo now operates non-stop flights between Shirdi and Indore, Bengaluru & Hyderabad, and seamless connections to other key destinations.
- By train: Various trains connect the city with the other parts of the country. The nearest train stations are Sainagar Shirdi (4 km) and Manmad (58 km).
- By bus: Shirdi is well-connected to nearby cities like Hyderabad (599 km), Mumbai (250 km), Pune (200 km), Nashik (80 km) through a vast network of buses.
- By car: Shirdi is easily accessible from Mumbai, Pune, Ahmednagar and other nearby places.
- Getting around/local transport in Shirdi: Almost all major tourist spots are within walking distance in Shirdi. Taxis are available for travel within the city.
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Places to visit in Shirdi
- Sai Baba Temple: Shirdi is known for the Sai Baba Temple, which is among the famous shrines in India. It has a tremendous spiritual significance, and millions of devotees from different faith and belief throng the temple throughout the year. There are many tales about Sai Baba in Shirdi since it is the place where he spent his entire life and attained '’Samadhi'’. The temple complex is spread across 200 sqm and comprises the Samadhi Mandir, Gurusthan, Chavadi, Lendi Baug, Dwarkamai. The complex also has 2500 rooms for accommodation. It is among the wealthiest temples in India.
- Dwarkamai: It is said that Sai Baba spent a significant part of his life at Dwarkamai, which is considered to be the heart of Shirdi. An interesting fact about this place is that it happens to be a mosque with a temple inside it.
- Hanuman Mandir: Popularly known as Maruti Mandir, it is among the oldest temples in Shirdi. Located between Dwarkamai and Chavadi, it is another famous spot to visit. Interestingly, the palanquin of Sai Baba stops at Hanuman Mandir, when taken out on special occasions.
- Khandoba Mandir: Kandoba Mandir is a small, calm place located 600 m away from Shirdi Sai Baba Temple. The temple is dedicated to God Khandoba, who is considered to be another form of Lord Shiva. As per legends, Sai Baba first decided to make this temple his residence. However, he was not allowed since he was believed to be a Muslim.
Places to eat in Shirdi
Rajdhani Restaurant
Considered among the best restaurants in Shirdi, Rajdhani restaurant is known for its delectable dishes coupled with friendly service. Their must-try dishes include Srikhand, Khichdi, Jalebis, and Thali.
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The Tulip
The restaurant offers a wide range of South Indian dishes and Chinese delights. With great ambiance and excellent service, it's a beautiful place to spend time with your family and friends.
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Sai Swad Restaurant & Dining
It's a famous eatery in Shirdi known for its vegetarian dishes. Along with good quality thalis for lunch and dinner, the place is also known to serve tasty fast food.
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Woodlands Restaurant
It's a moderately priced restaurant that is known for its efficient and quick service. Try their delicious Dosa and Gujarati thali, and you will remember its taste for long.
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Shopping in Shirdi
High-end shopping/luxury shopping/shopping malls in Shirdi
- Rajendra Shopping Mall
- K City Centre Mall
- Sai Aadhar Mall
Street shopping in Shirdi
Temple road: The streets leading to the temple sell a collection of Sai Baba effigies and pictures. Apart from these, you can also buy some fibre and marble statues, keyrings, dry fruits and religious books related to Sai Baba’s life, and philosophies. The books are available in English and other vernacular languages. You can also buy some dry laddoos and pedas to take back home.
Being a spiritually inclined place, you will find everything related to spirituality in Shirdi. Since the place is known for the great saint Sai Baba, you will find books, statues, photos related to him, and other gods and goddesses.
Where to stay in Shirdi
Sun-n-Sand Shirdi Counted among the high-end hotels in Shirdi, Sun-n-Sand hotel is located just five minutes away from the sacred shrine. The neutral colour theme and warm hints create a comfortable environment to stay along with a varied room choice, including superior, studio, standard, and suite. It boasts of housing Shirdi’s only Italian restaurant along with an outdoor pool, Joggers’ track, a children's play area, and gaming machines.
Hotel Sai Leela It is among the best budget hotels in the city. If you are looking for a comfortable stay without compromising on modern amenities, then Hotel Sai Leela is the ideal pick for you. The rooms are simple, with a homely ambience. The hotel also features a small waterpark, outdoor pool with side pools, a garden, and a children's play area.
Sai Laxmi Hotel This hotel is a perfect pick for those who want to stay on a budget at a proximity to the temple. Sai Laxmi Hotel features basic rooms and amenities, sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Daiwik Hotel Located just 4 minutes away from the temple, Daiwik hotel comprises of a business centre, meeting/banquet facilities, and a 24-hour restaurant. The rooms are well-equipped with necessary facilities like a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, and a personal safe.
Nightlife/party places in Shirdi
- Matrix Inn
- Hotel Moonlight Restaurant
- Shweta Bar and Restaurant
More reasons to visit and top things to do in Shirdi
Here are some of the other places/things to explore on your trip to Shirdi.
Abdul Baba Cottage
It is one of the top ten places to visit in Shirdi. Abdul Baba was known among the most ardent followers of Sai Baba, and the cottage is quite an interesting one to visit. Its premises feature a small green coloured cottage comprising different items and photographs of Sai Baba and Abdul Baba.
Baba Chavadi
It is believed that Sai Baba used to visit Chavadi while living in the mosque along with his closest followers on every alternate day. The visit to Chavadi is accompanied by palanquin processions which happens on every alternate night with a massive crowd of devotees.
Gurusthan
Located about 14 km from the main city, Gurusthan is where for the first time the world spotted Sai Baba sitting under a neem tree. Devotees believe that burning incense sticks here can cure one of any ailment.
Shani Shingnapur
As the name suggests, Shani Shingnapur is famous for the temple dedicated to Shani Mahadev. The temple features a 5.5 ft high idol built in black stone. One surprising element is that the entire village around the temple has no doors.
Sai Heritage Village
When in Shirdi, you must pay a visit to Sai Heritage Village. This unique and interesting place is a pilgrimage site and a picnic spot, which is considered one of the best places for sightseeing in Shirdi. Established in July 2014, Sai Heritage Village has a beautiful theme park that takes you through the life of Sai Baba. The village exhibits several statues depicting essential events from Sai Baba's life. There are some activity games and a monorail as well.
Places to visit near Shirdi
- Mumbai: The financial capital of the country is everyone's dream city. Bollywood is the most significant drawing factor for this metropolis. It is also home to several exciting spots like the Gateway of India and more, making it a nice getaway.
- Pune: From clubs to restaurants, music festivals to party events, Pune is a young, lively place. With comfortable weather all year round, it is a quick getaway with many interesting places to visit.
Festivals in Shirdi
Ram Navami
This is one of the most important festivals celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm in the city.
Guru Purnima
The festival of Guru Purnima, observed on a full moon night, is also an apt time to visit Shirdi. It is the time to honour the Guru and seek his choicest blessings. Guru Purnima is the only festival that Sai Baba asked his devotees to celebrate.
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