Anudha Nagnath

A jyotirlinga (devotional shrines of Lord Shiva), Anudha Nagnath is important because it is considered to be the eighth or adhyalinga installed by the Pandavas of the epic Mahabharata. This temple is believed to have been built during the 13th century in the time of the Yadava dynasty. Local mythology also suggests that the original temple was a grand seven-storey structure that was demolished. The sanctum sanctorum is now located under the ground level and devotees have to go down two stone steps to be able to get a darshana (view) of the idol. Saint Namdev is also believed to have visited this temple and the locals share this story quite enthusiastically. Devotees of Lord Shiva frequent this temple as well.

It is built in the Hemadpanti style of architecture and boasts several intricate rock-cut carvings. Its mythological name is Darukavan. Even if one is not religiously inclined, the temple is worth a visit because of its intricate architecture.

Anudha Nagnath

Parali Vajinath

One of the popular jyotirlingas (devotional shrines of Lord Shiva) in the country, Parali Vaijnath or Parali Vaidyanath, draws devotees from far and wide. This stone temple is located on a hill and the surrounding areas are covered in traditional medicinal plants. The temple allows devotees to perform personal prayers. Every Mahashivratri, a fair lasting 15 days is organised, which witnesses massive footfalls. There is an interesting legend associated with the shrine. It is said that once Ravana was carrying the jyotirlinga to Lanka and the gods did not wish for this to happen. Thus, they sent sage Narada to stop Ravana, who conned him into dropping the jyotirlinga. It is said that wherever the pieces of the jyotirlinga fell, temples of Lord Shiva have been erected.  

Parali Vajinath

Shree Kshetra Mahur

Mahur is part of the Marathwad region in Maharashtra. It is about a four-hour drive away from the city of Nagpur. It is a village that is believed to be the birthplace of Shree Dattatraya, a saint, and the abode of Goddess Renuka. The temple of Shree Kshetra is a little away from the main village. Dedicated to Goddess Renuka, it is believed to be 800 years old and receives a large footfall every year. Newer concrete steps have been constructed at the temple for the convenience of tourists. The traditional offering to the deity is of betel nut, which is quite unique. The village is dotted with a number of old shrines, like the Shree Datta Mandir, Dev Deveshwari Temple, Anusuya Mandir and Sarvateerth. Anusuya mandir is dedicated to the mother of Lord Dattatreya. Another attraction nearby is the remains of the Ramgad Fort.

Shree Kshetra Mahur

Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib

This gurudwara was constructed by Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the leader of the Sikh empire, at the place where the last guru of Sikhism, Guru Gobind Singh ji breathed his last. According to a religious belief, this is where the guru-ship was passed on from Guru Gobind Singh to the Guru Granth Sahib. Guru Gobind Singh ji realised that men, even as great as him, are perishable, but ideas, which the Guru Granth Sahib represents, are not. While conferring the guru-ship on the holy book, Guru Gobind Singh ji called Nanded the Abchalnagar, or the steadfast city. The name 'Sachkhand' literally means the region of truth.

This was meant to denote the abode of god. According to Sikhism, there are five takhts or seats of power. This gurudwara, also known as Takht Sahib, is the holiest among them. It is situated near the Godavari river. Laid out in majestic white marble, the dome of the main shrine is capped in gold. The complex houses two more shrines - the Bunga Mai Bhago Ji, which houses the Guru Granth Sahib, and the other is of Angitha Bhai Daya Singh and Dharam Singh, two of the Panj Pyare (five beloved ones). The complex has two storeys and the decoration is similar to Harmandir Sahib or the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The inner room is called the Angitha Saheb. Its walls are covered with golden plates. Relics of Guru Gobind Singh preserved here include a golden dagger, a matchlock gun, a studded steel shield and five golden swords. The sanctum is decorated with marble that is inlaid with floral patterns. The walls and the ceiling are decorated with stucco and tukari work. During the day, the Guru Granth Sahib is brought out and placed in a room in front of the sanctum. At nights, it is placed back in the sanctum.

Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib