Lonavala | Maharashtra | India
Ideal Duration: 1-3 hours
Open Time: Throughout the year
Nearest Airport: Pune
Nearest Railway Station: Malavli
Nearest Sea Port: Mumbai Seaports
Ekvira Devi Temple which is located at a distance of 8 km from Lonavala, is an ancient Hindu temple situated near the Karla Caves.
Here the Ekvira Aai is worshipped as Renuka, mother of Chiranjivi or immortal sage Parashurama, as in different parts of India and Nepal. Though the main Goddess is Ekvira Devi, to her left is Jogesvari Devi.
The fascinating fact about the temple is that it was once a center of Buddhism. Now it is a prime spot of worship for the Koli People, the community of fisherman folk. Aai Ekvira is worshipped by many higher-cast people also.
The temple is located on a hill. You need to climb up to 500 steps to reach the temple and get an amazing view of the hilltop.
According to the legends, the Pandavas were blessed with a boon from the Goddess Ekvira. The carbon dating states that the shrines might be 2nd century A.D. old.
Buses and Auto Rickshaws are available to reach the temple from Lonavala.
Throughout the year 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM, Last Entry: 08:30 PM
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