Bhadra Maruti Temple Khuldabad

Situated off Police Station Road and Khuldabad Road in Khuldabad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, this temple draws devotees from across the region seeking darshan and spiritual solace.

The temple is renowned for its unique depiction of Lord Hanuman in a reclining posture, a rare representation that attracts pilgrims and Hanuman devotees year-round.

The architecture of the temple is a blend of mixed and renovated styles, reflecting its modern roots established by locals and the temple trust in the 1960s, while also being associated with ancient traditions linked to King Bhadrasen and Swami Samarth Ramdas.

Bhadra Maruti Temple is open daily from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, allowing devotees ample time for darshan and participation in daily rituals. Entry for darshan is free, and daily aarti and darshan are conducted at no cost.

Special poojas and abhishekam can be arranged personally by devotees. Rituals and poojas are performed in Marathi, Sanskrit, and Hindi, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of visitors.

The temple comes alive during major festivals such as Hanuman Jayanti and Ram Navami in March–April (Chaitra), Shravana Saturdays in July–August, and every Tuesday throughout the year.

These occasions see a surge in devotees, making weekdays, early mornings (5–8 AM), and evenings during aarti the best times to visit for a peaceful experience.

Visitors are requested to adhere to the traditional dress code: men should wear conservative attire like dhoti, pyjamas, kurtas, or clean trousers/jeans with a shirt, while women are encouraged to wear sarees, salwar kameez, or modest suits. Reaching Bhadra Maruti Temple is convenient.

The nearest railway stations are Daulatabad (14 km) and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) Railway Station (26 km). Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport (IXU) is 33 km away. From the city, take the highway towards Khuldabad/Ellora Caves, pass Daulatabad Fort, and continue to Khuldabad town.

Local auto-rickshaws or shared transport are available from Khuldabad Bus Stand, just 1 km from the temple.

For accommodation, pilgrims can stay at the Bhadra Maruti Bhakta Niwas, located 300 meters from the temple, or choose from hotels in Ellora/Khuldabad (4–5 km) and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar city (25–28 km). Ample parking is available near the temple, with nominal charges.

Photography is generally restricted near the main idol but allowed in the outer premises as per local guidelines. Devotees can partake in prasadam such as milk peda, coconut, flowers, and sugar/boondi misri, with occasional subsidized meals provided on festival days and Saturdays.

Nearby attractions include Ellora Caves (4 km), Kailasa Temple (5 km), Shri Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple (5.1 km), Tomb of Aurangzeb (2 km), Devgiri Fort (10 km), and Bibi Ka Maqbara (25 km), making Bhadra Maruti Temple a significant stop for spiritual and cultural exploration in Maharashtra. For more details, visit the official website or contact the temple at +919730868279.