Marleshwar Temple

Marleshwar, The temple of Lord Shiva

      18 kilometres from Deorukh, Maraleshwar is the temple of Shiva in the high peak of Sahyadri ranges. You can take your car until the base of the hill but from there you have to climb approximately 530 steps to reach the Marleshwar temple.

      Other than the holy lanterns, you are not allowed to light any other kinds of lights in the temple caves. Within the rock cavities of the caves, the non-venomous ‘Boa’ snakes can be found but they have never been known to harm anyone. Lord Shiva is famously known for possessing a snake around his neck. We get to witness this as a symbol at the Maraleshwar temple.

      Right in front of the temple, the pure white and beautiful Dhareshwar waterfall flows like the Ganges which is held safely by Lord Shiva on his head. But during rainfalls, the sight of this huge waterfall is terrifying. This waterfall is a major attraction for all the devotees and tourists. A big fair, locally called as yatra is organised here during Makarsankranti. Almost 4-5 lakh devotees attend this yatra each year. The alluring scenic spots, the grand waterfall in front, the surrounded dense forests and the mysterious silence tends to create a long term impression on your mind.

Location	Devrukh, Taluka Sangameshwar, Maharashtra
Historical Importance	The ancient idol of Sheeva
Things To Do/Activities	Attend 'aartis' in the temple, beautiful waterfall
Nearby Places	Dhareshwar waterfall
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How To Reach
Marleshwar is 18 kms from Devrukh and 30 kms from Sangameshwar. One has to go to Maral village, which is 14 kms from Devrukh. And after that 3 km road is by motorway and 1 km is by foot. Direct State Transport buses are available to go to Marleshwar from Devrukh.