Bhimashankar
Description
Located in the village of Bhavagiri, Bhimashankar is a revered pilgrimage site where at 1,005 metres is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India.
The joy of travel comes in exploring new things. Planting your feet somewhere you’ve never been before brings with it the rush of discovery and the joy of pushing back on the boundaries of your world.
But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.
• Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour’s are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren’t just “local” tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
• Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn’t normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn’t get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
• Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what’s going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!
Good to know
Amidst the hills of Bhimashankar is the source of the Bhima River and the Bhimashankar Sanctuary with an abundant variety of flora, fauna and birdlife.
Tips
- There are two trekking routes to reach the site.
- The site is best visited during daylight hours.
- Wear a comfortable pair of shoes when trekking.
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Bhimashankar Temple
How to explore a place by yourself?
"Adventure is out there!" - You just need to know the 'whats' and the 'hows' of it. You need to realize the things that will make exploring a place completely worthwhile and satisfy all of your travel cravings. This can be achieved by -
- Taking Yourself Out To Eat At A Restaurant
- Learn The Public Transportation Routes
- Check Out A Local Planetarium Or Observatory
- Take A Drive To The Nearest Coastal Town Or National Park
- Join A Group Of Tourists On A Sightseeing Tour
- Take Pictures At A Botanical Garden
- Go Shopping At A Local Farmers Market