Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Shirdi

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple is a world-renowned spiritual site located in Shirdi, a small town in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. The temple is dedicated to Sai Baba of Shirdi, a revered saint and fakir, believed to be an incarnation of God by both Hindus and Muslims.

“श्रद्धा और सबूरी ही साईं बाबा की सबसे बड़ी सीख है – जो इसे अपनाता है, वह हर मंज़िल पा लेता है।”

― Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

Devotees from across the globe visit this temple seeking blessings, peace, and spiritual solace.

Mythological Significance & History

Sai Baba arrived in Shirdi around 1858 and lived a simple life of meditation, preaching love, compassion, and unity among all religions. He attained Mahasamadhi (left his mortal body) in 1918.
The temple was built in 1922 by Shreemant Gopalrao Buti, a rich devotee from Nagpur. Originally intended as a residence for Baba, it became his final resting place and was transformed into a temple after his death.

Significance of the Temple

The temple holds the Samadhi (tomb) of Sai Baba and is the main place of worship.
It represents unity of religions, as Sai Baba preached equality and devotion beyond caste, creed, or faith.
Millions of devotees visit yearly, especially during festivals like Ram Navami, Guru Purnima, and Vijayadashami (Sai Baba’s Punyatithi).
The temple trust runs free meals (prasad), hospitals, educational institutes, and accommodation for pilgrims.