Things to do in Shirdi

Sai Baba Temple

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  The main pilgrimage site for devotees of Shirdi Sai Baba, this temple complex has a collection of sites significant to Sai Baba during his lifetime.

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  Besides the Samadhi Mandir (the main temple with the saint’s samadhi), the complex includes the Gurusthan, Dwarkamai, and Chavadi.

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  Every Thursday, Sai Baba’s photo, satka & padukas are taken out on a grand procession from Dwarkamai to Chavadi.

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  Temple Timings: Morning - 4:45 am to 12:00 pm | Afternoon - 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

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  Aarti Timings: 5:15 am | 6:20 am | 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm | 6:00 pm (sunset) | 10:00 pm to 10:55 pm

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  Prasad: A full meal is served for free at the Prasadalaya dining hall from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm (free buses offer connectivity between the temple and the dining hall). Paid meals are also available.

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  Laddu prasad can be bought from dedicated prasad counters within the temple complex.

Best Areas to Stay in Shirdi

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  Sai Baba Temple: This area is the centre of all activities and has numerous accommodation options for all budgets.

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  Sainagar Shirdi Railway Station: As one of the major transit hubs, this locality has multiple hotels for a quick getaway.

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  Wet'nJoy Water Park: This area is home to theme parks and is ideal for anyone seeking a fun-filled holiday.

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  Sai Heritage Village: Away from the main city centre, this neighbourhood is preferred by visitors seeking peaceful vibes.

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  Prasadalaya Shirdi: Home to the Prasadalaya and close to most attractions, this area’s accommodations are ideal for guests seeking to explore the whole city.

Must-visit Attractions in Shirdi

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  Sai Heritage Village: A theme park that recreates Shirdi & Dwarkamai as they existed during Sai Baba’s lifetime.

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  Sai Teerth Theme Park: A highly innovative theme park that uses technology to bring alive the legendary tales of Hanuman, Shri Krishna, and Sai Baba.

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  Wet n Joy Water Park: A lively destination for wholesome fun with multiple waterslides and rides for the whole family.

Other Popular Temples in Shirdi

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  Shri Khandoba Mandir: Dedicated to Lord Khandoba, this temple was the first place to be visited by Sai Baba before finally settling down in Shirdi. It is at this temple that he was given the name ‘Sai’. Temple Timings: 5:30 am to 10:00 pm

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  Maruti Mandir: The oldest temple in Shirdi and dedicated to Lord Hanuman, this temple was often visited by Sai Baba, especially while going from Dwarkamai to Chavadi. Temple Timings: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm

Best Areas to Stay

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  How to Reach: Board a flight to Shirdi International Airport or book a train ride to the Sainagar Shirdi Railway Station.

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  What to Buy: Right outside the Sai Baba Temple Complex, the main market is known for its shops selling Sai Baba idols, books, garlands, and crowns. Diverse types of prasad can be bought here.

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  What to Eat: Besides the delicious laddoo prasad and Prasadalaya meals, Shirdi is well known for its vada pav, misal pav, pav bhaji, and pithla bhakri. Among sweet dishes puran poli, modak, and sheera are famous here.