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Four-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Shirdi in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple
    5 minutes (1.5 km) from Hotel Sai Mahal

    In the morning, visit the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple, one of the most revered and visited pilgrimage sites in India. The temple houses the sacred shrine of the revered saint Sai Baba, where devotees offer their prayers and seek blessings. In the afternoon, visit the Sai Heritage Village, a museum that showcases the life and teachings of Sai Baba. In the evening, head to Lendi Baug, a beautiful garden where Sai Baba used to meditate and spend time in solitude.

  2. Day 2: Dwarkamai Mosque
    15 minutes (6.2 km) from Hotel Sai Mahal

    In the morning, visit the Dwarkamai Mosque, a holy place where Sai Baba spent most of his time and performed miracles. In the afternoon, visit the Wet N Joy Water Park, a fun-filled destination with thrilling water rides and slides. In the evening, head to the Dixit Wada Museum, a historical residence that has preserved the personal belongings of Sai Baba and showcases his life and teachings.

  3. Day 3: Shani Shingnapur
    1 hour 30 minutes (70.1 km) from Hotel Sai Mahal

    In the morning, take a day trip to Shani Shingnapur, a village that houses the famous Shani temple, dedicated to Lord Shani, the Hindu god associated with the planet Saturn. The temple is unique in that there is no idol or statue of the deity, but a large black stone that represents his presence. In the afternoon, visit the Khandoba Temple, a beautiful temple that is dedicated to Lord Khandoba, an avatar of Lord Shiva. In the evening, head back to Shirdi and visit the Sai Teerth Theme Park, an amusement park that features attractions based on Sai Baba's life and teachings.

  4. Day 4: Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir
    10 minutes (3.1 km) from Hotel Sai Mahal

    In the morning, visit the Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, a shrine that houses the sacred tomb of Sai Baba. In the afternoon, visit the Sai Baba Chavadi, a historic site that served as a place to store grains and was also used by Sai Baba to sleep on alternate nights. In the evening, head to the Shirdi Sai Heritage Village, a cultural complex that showcases the life and teachings of Sai Baba through a series of exhibits and multimedia displays.

Recommendations

Aside from the places mentioned in this itinerary, visitors can also consider visiting the Khandoba Mandir, the Upasani Maharaj Ashram, and the Samadhi of Abdul Baba. For day trips, visitors can visit the Ellora and Ajanta Caves, and the Trimbakeshwar Temple. To maximize your fun, try to plan your visit during a major festival like Guru Purnima or Ram Navami, when the town is filled with festivities and devotees from all over the world.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sai Heritage Village (1-2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Lendi Baug (1-2 hours, free)
  • Dwarkamai Mosque (1-2 hours, free)
  • Wet N Joy Water Park (3-4 hours, INR 700 per person)
  • Dixit Wada Museum (1-2 hours, INR 10 per person)
  • Shani Shingnapur (3-4 hours, free)
  • Khandoba Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sai Teerth Theme Park (3-4 hours, INR 600 per person)
  • Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sai Baba Chavadi (1-2 hours, free)
  • Shirdi Sai Heritage Village (1-2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1460 per person

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