Shirdi

Shirdi is a town located in the Ahmednagar district of the state of Maharashtra, India. Shirdi is situated in the Ahmednagar district in the western state of Maharashtra. It is approximately 185 kilometers (115 miles) northeast of Pune and about 240 kilometers (150 miles) east of Mumbai. Shirdi is renowned for the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, a significant pilgrimage site dedicated to the 19th-century saint Sai Baba. Sai Baba, a revered spiritual figure, is believed by devotees to have performed miracles and taught a message of love, tolerance, and charity. The Shirdi Sai Baba Temple is the main attraction in Shirdi and draws millions of devotees and tourists each year. The temple complex includes the Samadhi Mandir (shrine), where Sai Baba's tomb is located, as well as other structures such as Dwarkamai, Chavadi, and the Lendi Garden. Shirdi has become a major pilgrimage destination, attracting people from various parts of India and the world. Devotees visit the temple seeking Sai Baba's blessings and to experience the spiritual atmosphere associated with the saint. Shirdi has grown into a town of significance due to its association with Sai Baba, and it has become a place of religious and cultural importance. Pilgrims and tourists visit Shirdi not only for the spiritual experience but also to explore the various sites associated with Sai Baba's life and teachings.

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