Bhandareshwar Temple, Vairagad, Maharashtra

Bhandareshwar Temple, Vairagad, Maharashtra

Bhandareshwar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Vairagad Village in Armori Taluk in Gadchiroli District in Maharashtra, India. The temple is located at the confluence of Khobragadi and Vainlochna rivers. The temple is one of the state protected monuments in Maharashtra declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

The Temple

This temple is situated on a high mound and follows Hemadpanti style of architecture. This temple is facing towards east and stands over a raised platform. The temple consists of sanctum and entrance porch. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Bhandareshwar in the form of Shiva Linga within circular yonipitha. The shikara over the sanctum is of stepped pyramidal style. The exterior of the temple is decorated with sculptures of various Hindu deities.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 11 Kms from Thanegaon, 15 Kms from Armori New Bus Stand, 16 Kms from Armori, 34 Kms from Wadsa Railway Station, 42 Kms from Gadchiroli and 156 Kms from Nagpur Airport. The temple is situated at about 11 Kms to the east of Thanegaon on Armori to Gadchiroli route. 

Location