Bhimashankar Tourism

Bhimashankar Tourism Bhimashankar, located about 100 km from Pune and 223 km fromMumbai, is a popular temple town. It is among one of the twelve traditional 'Jyotilingam' shrines of Lord Shiva in India. Bhimashankar is located in the village Bhorgiri in the ghat region of the Sahyadri range. Situated at an height of around 3,250 feet, Bhimashankar is surrounded by hills and is covered by thick green rainforests. Legend has it that the name Bhimashankar was originated from the river Bhima which evaporated due to the generated between the war of Lord Shiva and the demon Tripurasura. It is considered to be one of the holiest places in India because of the jyotirlinga. Bhimashankar is also a popular destination for trekkers. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is another important reason why people come here. Download Bhimashankar PDF Guide > What's Great? Scenic beauty. Rich in vegetation and wildlife. Pleasant weather in winters. A perfect picnic spot. What's not so Great? The temple can be crowded. Only few tourist places. Hot and humid summers. For Whom Perfect for trekkers. Great for religious people and nature lovers. Good for photo fanatics.

Exciting Trekking Options Bhimashankar is situated at a height of 3,250 feet. The lush green forests, mountains surrounding it and the steep slopes make it famous for trekking. There are two routes to reach Bhimashankar temple which is famous amongst trekkers. Both of them start from the base village of Khandas. To reach Khandas, you first need to board a train to Karjat Station which is around 40 Km away from Khandas. From the station, you can easily reach the village through buses or tumtums. The two trekking routes are- Ganesh Ghat and Shirdi route. The former is long but very easy. You can choose this one if you are a novice. This route takes around six hours. You will also pass by a Ganesh Temple in between. The second route is short but, is not a cakewalk. The slopes are steep and therefore you will have to use a ladder for some parts. This route takes around three to four hours. If you are a great fan of trekking, make sure to visit Bhimashankar to have a thrilling experience.

One Day Itinerary Day 1-Reach Bhimashankar by morning. Have breakfast and relax for a while. After this, you can head out to Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy the wide range of flora and fauna there. Take lunch and then you can visit Hanuman Lake. It is an ideal picnic spot for families. You can spend your evening there.Day 2-Start early by visiting Bhimashankar Temple. Make sure to head out early to avoid traffic hassles and crowd. After spending 1 to 2 hours there, you can come back to your hotel to have lunch. After this relax for a while and then, head out for the most exciting part of the trip- trekking. While trekking, you will get to see the scenic and overwhelming beauty of Bhimashankar.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bhimashankar The local cuisine here is dominated by Maharashtrian food with a blend of south and north Indian cuisine. This place is known for its spicy food of curries and fries.Misal - a spicy gravy of potatoes, peas and other sprouts, makes for a mouth-watering meal. View 2 Restaurants in Bhimashankar >>

Nov-Febis the best time to visit Bhimashankar November to February are the best months to visit Bhimashankar. Though the temple can be visited anytime of the year, trekkers can visit during winters if they are first time climbers as the climb can be tough during the monsoons because of slippery slopes. However, experienced trekkers will find trekking in monsoon quite pleasing because of its challenging nature. Weather in Bhimashankar Loading... Bhimashankar in Summer (March - May) Summers in Bhimashankar are hot. The season starts setting in from March and lasts until May. The temperature ranges between 23 to 37 degrees Celcius. It is better to avoid visiting Bhimshankar during this time because of the heat. Bhimashankar in Monsoon (June - September) Bhimashankar witnesses monsoon season during the months of June to September. Heavy rainfall is observed during this time. Usually, tourists prefer not to visit the place during monsoons but if you love trekking, Bhimashankar can be the perfect place for you in this season. Bhimashankar in Winter (October - February) From October, winters start taking over the monsoon season. The mercury dips and the temperature range between 13 to 30 degrees Celcius. This is considered to be the best time to explore Bhimashankar. Temples and wildlife sanctuaries can be visited. Also, it is a great trekking place for amateurs during winters. Monthly Weather in Bhimashankar Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 16 31 February 19 33 March 21 33 April 24 35 May 26 35 June 26 33 July 24 29 August 24 29 September 24 29 October 22 32 November 18 34 December 17 33