3-Day Itinerary for Shirdi in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple
    5 minutes (0.5 miles) from Hotel Sai Sahavas

    The Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple is the most visited place in Shirdi and a must-visit for all pilgrims. The temple complex is spread over 2 hectares and houses the Samadhi Mandir, where the mortal remains of Sai Baba rest. The temple is open from 4 am to 11 pm and is crowded throughout the day. Make sure to reach there early to avoid long queues.

  2. Day 2: Dwarkamai Mosque
    10 minutes (1.2 miles) from Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple

    The Dwarkamai Mosque is located near the Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple and was the place where Sai Baba spent most of his time. The mosque houses a small room where Sai Baba used to give his sermons and a dhuni (sacred fire) that he used to keep burning. The mosque is open from 6 am to 10 pm and is also a popular destination for tourists.

  3. Day 3: Shani Shingnapur
    1 hour 25 minutes (50.2 miles) from Dwarkamai Mosque

    The Shani Shignapur Temple is located in the Ahmednagar district and is devoted to Lord Shani, the god of Saturn. The main attraction of the temple is the self-emerging black stone of Lord Shani that rests on an open-air platform. The temple is open from 5 am to 10 pm and is busiest on Saturdays, which is considered to be a sacred day. Make sure to dress appropriately and keep in mind that the temple does not allow any kind of offerings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hotel Sai Sahavas (3 nights, INR 4,500)
  • Shri Saibaba Sansthan Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Dwarkamai Mosque (1 hour, Free)
  • Shani Shingnapur (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding food and transportation): INR 4,500

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other nearby destinations such as the Shirdi Water Park, Wet n Joy Water Park, or the Khandoba Mandir. You can also spend some time shopping at the Shri Sai Baba Sansthan Trust or the Sai Teerth Theme Park. If you have less time, you can skip the Shani Shingnapur Temple and instead spend more time exploring other places in Shirdi.

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