Gatha Mandir Dehu, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Dehu Gatha Mandir – Guide

Dehu Gatha Mandir is one of the biggest temples and is situated near Pune. There is a statue of Sant Tukaram Maharaj at the entrance of the temple. What attracts people the most is the carvings on the walls of the temple with all the gathas i.e. tales/stories of Saint Tukaram which are very easy to read. It is said that at least 3 gathas must be read while visiting the temple. This temple is situated on the banks of Indrayani river.

History of this Temple

A garden dedicated to the memory of his wife and a rock dedicated to the 13-day fast of Tukaram standing are the main attractions of the city. Built by the youngest son of Tukaram, the Dehu Temple is a major attraction of the city. Built during the 18th century, this temple has Lord Pandurang as its presiding deity. A religious attraction in Dehu is the temple dedicated to Lord Ayyappa established by the Ayyappa Seva Sangam.

Dehu Gatha Mandir Timings

Dehu Gatha Mandir opens at 7:00 AM in the morning and close at 10:30 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this Temple

Alandi Garuda Pillar

This is 13.78 kms from Gatha Mandir. It is a stone pillar on the bank of a lake in Pune district. Historically important place. It is a symbol of victory.

Chatushringi Temple

This temple is 21.98 kms from Gatha Mandir. It is one of the most famous temples of Pune, Chaturshringi Parvat is situated on top of a hill on Senapati Bapat Road. It is said to have been built during the reign of Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosale.

Aga Khan Palace

It is 23.78 kms from Gatha Mandir. The mighty edifice of Aga Khan Palace is located in Pune and was built in the year 1892 by Sultan Mohammed Shah Aga Khan III. It is one of the most important sites in Indian history

Shaniwar Wada

It is 24.89 kms from Gatha Mandir Shaniwarwada, once the seat of Peshwa rule in Pune. It is a 286-year-old haveli and one of the finest examples of architecture in the city. It is now one of the most popular tourist places in Maharashtra.

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How to reach Dehu Gatha Mandir

By Air- The nearest airport from Dehu Gatha Mandir is Pune airport which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Dehu Gatha Mandir is Pune railway station which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi from any part of the country.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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