Mahadeva Temple, Pandardevi, Maharashtra

Mahadeva Temple, Pandardevi, Maharashtra

Mahadeva Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Pandardevi Village in Wani Taluk in Yavatmal District in Maharashtra, India. The temple is one of the state protected monuments in Maharashtra declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 13^th century CE by the Yadavas of Devagiri.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east and situated amidst dense forest. The temple follows Hemadpanti style of architecture. The temple consists of sanctum, antrala and sabha mandapa with entrance porches on eastern, northern and southern sides. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity in the form of Shiva Linga. The superstructure over the sanctum and sabha mandapa had been lost completely. The carvings on the exterior walls are heavily eroded. Broken Nandis, sculptures of Hindu deities, Lingas and architectural fragments can be found in the temple premises.

Festivals

Shivaratri is celebrated for three days here with much fanfare. Shravan Monday and Govardhan Pooja are the other festivals celebrated here.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 6 Kms from Karanji, 17 Kms from Maregaon, 18 Kms from Pandharkawada, 25 Kms from Wadki, 34 Kms from Wani, 35 Kms from Wani Railway Station, 76 Kms from Yavatmal, 132 Kms from Nagpur Airport and 138 Kms from Nagpur. The temple is situated on Yavatmal to Wani route.

Location