Temple

Situated on the banks of the sacred river Godavari, Naroshankara Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple was constructed by Sardar Naroshankar Rajebahaddur in 1747 and hence got the name Naroshankar temple.

Legend

Sardar Naroshankar Rajebahaddur was a brave and able soldier in Peshwa regime from 1706 to 1775. He was incharge of the wealth of the Peshwas and after the war of Panipat, he left the wealth irresponsibility, so the Peshwas were unhappy with him for some time. He had spent considerable period in North India, so was in company in company with Antaji Mankeshwar Hinghe and was considered as an information agent. Naroshankar had built the fort of Malegaon.

Architecture

The Naroshankar Temple is a great example of the architectural style called "Maya" dating back to the 18th century. The main temple is built on a platform and its interiors as well as exteriors are adorned with stunning carved structures and ornamental works that contains elaborate laceworks, peacocks holding bead garlands etc. The four directions of the temple are adorned with statues of the saints in Padmasana and its four corners are decorated with umbrellas, commonly known as 'Meghadambari' or 'Barasati', of which only three are existing, the other being washed away in Godavari floods. The temple is surrounded by a 11 feet fortification with a huge bell house in its center which houses the famous Naroshankar Ghanta bell. The bell house is a memorial to celebrate the victory over the Portuguese by the Maratha Ruler Bajirao Peshwa’s younger brother Chimaji Appa who won the fort of Vasai from the Portuguese. Naroshankar Rajebahaddur had played a vital role in this war and the bell is awarded to him for his bravery. The ringing of this bronze bell measuring six feet diameter can be heard up to about 5 kilometers.

Darsan Info

07:00 AM to 08:00 PM (All days of the week)

Darsan Dresscode

Wear neat and good clothes and avoid fashion wear

Culture

Nashik is home to many temples and religious sites of the Hindu and Muslim religions. It is situated at the foothills of Western Ghats, on the banks of River Godavari. The city hosts numerous religious pilgrimages and festivals, including the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha, which is one of four Kumbh Mela fair

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