Khandoba Temple, Jejuri

Turmeric-covered Khandoba hill temple of pastoral Maharashtra.

दर्शन महत्व: Bhandara turmeric storms are among Maharashtra’s most shared temple visuals.

यात्रा का सर्वश्रेष्ठ समय: Nov–May

History

Khandoba at Jejuri is the turmeric-covered hill god of pastoral Maharashtra, identified with Skanda / Martanda Bhairava. Bhandara (turmeric) storms and the Somvati fair are among the state’s most intense folk-Shaiva gatherings.

Legends

• Khandoba slew the demons Mani and Malla; Mhalsa and Banai are his consorts in Marathi epic song.
• Yellow turmeric is both offering and armour — devotees return looking like walking blessings.