Aundha Nagnath Temple

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Aundha Nagnath Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located at Aundha Nagnath in the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India. It is considered to be the eighth of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is a significant historical heritage site, representing a confluence of history, architecture, faith, and culture. The temple's history is linked to various significant periods, from the Pandavas of the Mahabharata to the Yadavas of Devagiri and later Ahilyabai Holkar. The legend of the temple rotating for the great saint Namdev further elevates its importance. Key features of the temple include its unique blend of Hemadpanti and Maratha architectural styles, a distinctive basement sanctum (garbhagriha), scenic surrounding hills, and a grand chariot festival during Mahashivratri. The Archaeological Survey of India has declared the temple a 'Protected Monument of National Importance'.

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