Shree Kshetra Korthan Khandoba Devastan, Hindu temple in Ahilyanagar district, India
Shree Kshetra Korthan Khandoba Devastan is a Hindu temple situated on the hills of Pimpalgaon Rotha at an elevation of 951 meters in the Ahilyanagar district. The site includes basic amenities such as a Dharmashala for lodging, toilet facilities, and street lighting to serve pilgrims.
The sanctuary was built in 1491 and represents a long tradition of Hindu worship in this mountainous region. In 1997, local villagers initiated a restoration effort that helped revive the religious significance of the site.
The temple serves as a focal point where devotees gather during the Champashasti festival in the month of Margashish to mark the birth of Lord Khandoba. This annual celebration shapes the spiritual rhythm of the surrounding villages and brings communities together for worship.
The sanctuary is accessible via roads connecting from Ahmednagar and Pune district, though accessibility depends on vehicle type and road conditions. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the climb to the hilltop can be steep, and visiting in the morning is advisable when weather conditions are milder.
The temple houses a Suyambu idol, meaning self-generated, which connects to the name Kor Than, translating to untouched in the local dialect. This linguistic link reveals how the site drew its name from both nature and spiritual significance.
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