Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga sits within the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary in the Sahyadri hills, roughly 110 km from Pune, at the source of the Bhima river.
Significance
One of the two Jyotirlingas located in Maharashtra along with Trimbakeshwar (Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath and Parli Vaijnath are also regarded as Jyotirlingas by tradition, bringing the state's total to five under some listings).
How to Reach
Bhimashankar is reached by road via ghat sections from both Pune and, from Shirdi, via Nashik/Sangamner — the drive is roughly 4–5 hours from Shirdi depending on route and road conditions.
Best Time to Visit
October to February; the monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain and lush scenery but slower ghat driving.
Suggested Duration
1 day (long) or a more comfortable 2 days with an overnight halt.
Nearby Attractions
- Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary trails
- Gupt Bhimashankar
- Hanuman Lake
Related Packages
Shirdi to Bhimashankar Tour
A trip to Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, set inside the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary in the Sahyadri hills — offered as a long single day or a more relaxed overnight plan.
Maharashtra Five Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour
A multi-day circuit covering all five Jyotirlingas located within Maharashtra, starting and ending in Shirdi.