Places To Visit In Shirdi

Shri Khandoba Mandir

Located on the Ahmednagar-Kopergaon road and close to the Sainath hospital is the Shri Khandoba Mandir. The temple is an important landmark in Shirdi as it is believed to be the site where Sai Baba first visited when he entered the town. According to the records stated in his biography, the priest of this temple was the first to call him by the name 'Sai'. The Khandoba Mandir is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the oldest temples in the area.

Dwarkamayee Masjid

On the right side of the main temple lies the old masjid where Baba spent most of his time. It was a place where his devotees congregated to share their grievances. The old mosque was named by Baba himself. It was in this place where Baba kindled the fire in the dhuni and shared the scared ashes with his devotees. Even today, when you enter the mosque, you can find the dhuni still burning. 

Chavadi

The Chavadi is located within the premises of the temple and is a stone's throw away from Dwarkamayee masjid. The Chavadi consists of two rooms where Baba spent most of his nights. Inside the Chavadi, you can find a wooden plank, a cushion that was used as his seat and a wheel chair. It was inside the Chavadi where his body was washed before his burial. 

Gurusthan

If you know anything about life of Sai Baba, you would be aware of the importance of the neem tree. It was the place where Baba was seen for the first time. The neem tree is also said to be the spot where Baba's Guru took his Samadhi, which gave rise to the name Gurusthan. Today, the place consists of a huge neem tree and an old portrait of Sai Baba along with the silver impressions of his feet. 

Lendi Bagh 

Once a wasteland, Lendi Bagh was transformed into a beautiful garden by Sai Baba. Lendi Bagh is a beautiful little green park with towering trees and blooming flower plants. As you walk around the garden, you will come across a peepal tree, which is the major landmark of the place. The garden also has other important memorial sights like Baba's horse Sham Sundar and the Datta Mandir. Lendi Bagh is an important place and a must-see while you are in the town.