Shri Renuka Mata Temple — Attraction in Januna

Renuka Devi Temple is a renowned Hindu temple located in Chandwad, a town in the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Renuka, who is considered the mother of Lord Parashurama, one of the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Renuka Devi is revered as the goddess of fertility, nourishment, and protection.

The temple holds immense religious significance and attracts devotees from various parts of Maharashtra and beyond. It is believed that the temple dates back several centuries, with its origins deeply rooted in Hindu mythology. According to legends, the temple is situated at the spot where Renuka Devi, in her human form, meditated and attained spiritual enlightenment.

The temple complex encompasses an intricately designed structure with beautiful architectural elements, reflecting the rich heritage and cultural significance of the region. The main sanctum sanctorum houses the idol of Renuka Devi, adorned with traditional clothing and jewelry. The idol is typically depicted with multiple hands, holding various symbolic items.

The temple is also famous for its annual festival called Renuka Yatra, which takes place during the month of Margashirsha (November-December) and lasts for several days. Devotees undertake a pilgrimage to the temple, participating in religious rituals, processions, and cultural events. The festival is a vibrant celebration of devotion and spirituality, creating a lively atmosphere in Chandwad.

Apart from its religious and cultural significance, Renuka Devi Temple is also set amidst picturesque surroundings. The serene ambiance, lush greenery, and the nearby picturesque Chandwad Dam further enhance the spiritual experience for visitors.

For those visiting Nashik or exploring the spiritual destinations of Maharashtra, Renuka Devi Temple in Chandwad offers a unique blend of historical, cultural, and religious significance. It provides an opportunity for devotees to seek blessings, experience the devotional fervor, and immerse themselves in the divine aura of...

Jai Ranuka Mata. History about this place as I read that Renuka Mata was The Mother of Lord Parshuram.Once, Parashuram's Mother went to the river to fetch water. Upon reaching the river, she was attracted to a handsome prince sporting in the water with women and desired his company. Dazed, she lost all sense of time and forgot that her husband was awaiting her return for his fire sacrifice.When she eventually arrived, her husband was furious to learn of her adulterous thoughts by means of his meditative power and ordered his sons to kill their Mother.

The sons weren't sure what to do. In Vedic culture, murdering any woman (what to speak of one's own Mother) is a horrible sin. On the other hand, disobeying an elder's command (especially the father's) is also a great offense.

When the sage's confused elder sons declined to obey his command, the sage instructed his youngest son, Parashuram, to kill his disloyal Mother and disobedient brothers.

Parashuram, knowing the power of his father, thought that if he refused to carry out his father’s order he would be cursed, but if he carried out the order, his father would be pleased and would give him a benediction. he would then be able to bring his Mother and brothers back to life with that benediction. Parashuram therefore killed his own Mother and brothers. When Jamadagni, Parashuram's father being very pleased, offered to give him a benediction, Parashuram requested that his Mother and brothers be brought back to life and that they would not remember having been killed by him. His Mother and brothers immediately came to life as if awakened from sound sleep. Parashurama was fully aware of his father’s power of austerity and had therefore decided to...

There is an attractive temple of Renuka Aai in a cave-like area on the north of Chandwad city, 1 to 1.5 km on the Mumbai-Agra highway. The old Mumbai-Agra highway used to pass near the temple. . It is believed that Maharani Ahilya Devi Holkar restored this temple around the year 1740 . On the way to the temple from the city, there is a small road along the highway. There are old stone steps leading to the temple. This grand stone gateway seen from the highway is a testimony to the historical glory of Chandwad. In the rains, the water gushing down from the gateway and the stone steps is mesmerizing. After entering through the entrance, you can see a spacious pattangan and a grand temple in front of you. In the pattangan, two huge stone lamps are ready to welcome you. The premises of the temple are very nicely decorated. Adjacent to the entrance, two new devotees' residences have been built on one side and there are arrangements for shops on the other side. On entering the temple, there are stone-built Dharamshalas on all four sides. From the four or five inscriptions carved on the roof of the temple, it seems that these Dharamshalas were built in 1772. Between the Dharamshalas and just in front of the gabhara is the Trishul and Tulsi Vrindavan. To the east of the gabhara is Nandi, Mahadeva's Pind, a small marble statue. There is a magnificent mask of Devi, Paduka,...