Balaji Mandir, Pune

jay mehta 17 months ago

It is great experience.
Awesome view from temple end and inside temple.

Below thing available at temple :

1. Car parking
2. Food store and children play area available.
3. Many guest house also available near by temple .
4. You can also visit nearby by Datt mandir it will take 3 to 4 KM away from temple.

Rohit Verma 11 months ago

Exact replica of Tirupati Balaji Temple (not to scale). The temple is approx 45-50km from central Pune and can be accessed by multiple state highways. The roads are in good shape (via Saswad) and it might take one 1-1.5 hrs for one side journey. The traffic situation, even on weekends, is okay (probably it's on Thursdays).

The temple in itself emits pure divine vibes. As it's distant, the crowd is pretty manageable (even on weekends). We visited the temple on a Saturday morning at 10.30 AM, the gates opened at 11:15AM (during that time), so we had a good time wandering around and clicking some photos. There's much out the temple premises, however when you enter, apart from the main Sanctum (garbhgrih) there are a couple of more temples around which you can visit. On a regular weekend the visit inside the temple should not take more than half an hour.

Do remember to collect your free coupons for Maha Prasad at the end of the temple visit. What I remember is, the Maha Prasad is available from 11 to 2/3PM, but please confirm this otherwise as well. There could be a bigger line for the Maha Prasad and the least waiting time for the same seems to be somewhere around 20min. They serve pure Satvik food as Maha Prasad and you can have unlimited servings.

Overall, reserve at least 5-6 hrs of time to visit the temple (if you are visiting it from Pune) to experience the devotional vibes of Lord Balaji here far away from Tirupati ????

Piyush Pawar 14 months ago

Shri Prati Balaji Mandir, located in Narayanpur, Pune, is a popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Balaji. The temple is an exact replica of the famous Tirupati Balaji Temple, situated in Andhra Pradesh, and hence it is also known as Prati Tirupati. The temple is believed to have been constructed in the 1990s by a group of devotees who wanted to bring the divine presence of Lord Balaji closer to the people of Pune.The temple complex is spread over a vast area and includes several shrines dedicated to other deities like Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, and Goddess Durga. The main deity, Lord Balaji, is adorned with beautiful jewelry and garments and attracts a large number of devotees throughout the year, especially on special occasions like festivals and auspicious days.The temple is well-maintained, and the staff and volunteers are friendly and welcoming. The serene and peaceful atmosphere of the temple is perfect for those seeking spiritual solace and a break from the hustle and bustle of city. Shri Prati Balaji Mandir is a must-visit destination for those seeking divine blessings and a glimpse into the rich culture and traditions of India.