» Omkareshwar Temple – Dedicated to Lord Shiva

Omkareshwar Temple The Omkareshwar Temple in Pune is located on the banks of Mutha River and its construction dates back to the 17th century. Construction of the historic temple was started by Sadashiv Bhau and it became famous for withstanding the massive floods of Panshet in 1962. Till date the over 250 years old temple is one of the most sought after religious places in Pune and is being visited by thousands of visitors and devotees. The temple attracts visitors with its stone structure that features extraordinary construction and a totally different extravagant style.

A visit to the temple takes us to the glorious times during the 17th century when a typical style and pattern was followed for the construction of religious places and structures. The main attraction at the temple is its white dome which is beautifully built by using soft soap stone that has been intricately carved on the upper portion. The temple complex consists of verandas and columns all of which are exquisitely crafted in circles, polygons and squares. The beauty of the temple is its tower which is built on the ancient Nagara pattern and consists of 5 distinct layers, that features the image of various Hindu Gods. Dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva, Omkareshwar temple houses two renowned 'Shivalayas' the Amruteshwar and the Omkareshwar Shivalays. A visit to the Omkareshwar temple in Pune is certainly considered as sacred one and is being visited by hundreds of tourists and devotees from all over the world.