Junnar

About Junnar

Junnar is a city with thousands of years of history in the Pune district of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The nearby fort of Shivneri is the birthplace of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire.
Lenyadri Caves

Lenyadri Caves around Junnar contains more than 200 ancient rock-cut temples. The largest and most impressive group is Lenyadri Caves known also as Ganesh Lena.
Shivneri Fort

Shivneri Fort is a 17th-century military fortification located near Junnar in Pune district in Maharashtra, India. It is the birthplace of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire.
Junnar Caves

Junnar caves are also an important destination for the Buddhist pilgrims, not very far from Mumbai and Pune, these caves are situated in Aurangabad district, and are well known to tourists, especially the Buddhist pilgrims around the world.
Shri Girijatmaj Temple

It is believed that Parvati performed penance to beget Ganesha at this point. This temple stands amidst a cave complex of 18 caves of Buddhist origin.
Harishchandragad Fort

The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas like Matsyapurana, Agni Purana, and Skanda Purana includes many references for Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in the 6th century, during the rule of the Kalachuri dynasty.
Ashtavinayaka Girijatmaja Temple Lenyadri

Ashtavinayaka or eight Ganeshas is located in the Maharashtra state of India, The Ashtavinayaka yatra or pilgrimage covers the eight holy temples of Ganesha. All the Eight Ashtavinayak Temples are Swayambhu and Jagrut. There are various names of Lord Ganesh for various places.
Naneghat Trek

Naneghat is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range near Junnar in Pune district of Maharashtra, India. The pass was extensively used as a trade route between Kalyan and Junnar.
Best Time To Visit Junnar

The best time to visit Junnar is from October to March.

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