Aundha Nagnath Temple
Aundha Nagnath, Maharashtra
Lord Shiva (Jyotirlinga)Jyotirlinga (disputed)
Significance
Claimed to be one of the 12 Jyotirlingas (with Nageshwar in Gujarat). The temple has ancient Hemadpanthi architecture and is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Maharashtra. The lingam here is considered Swayambhu (self-manifested).
Legend & Story
According to local tradition, this is the original Nagnath Jyotirlinga. The temple was built in the Hemadpanthi style during the Yadava dynasty period (13th century). The sanctum houses a lingam that devotees believe has been here since time immemorial.
Architecture
Darshan Timings
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
How to Reach
Air: Aurangabad Airport (IXU), 200 km. Or Nanded Airport, 100 km.
Rail: Hingoli Railway Station, 35 km.
Road: Aurangabad 200 km, Nanded 100 km. State transport buses available.