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	Bhimashankar - Jyotirlinga
		Bhimashankar in Maharashtra is an ancient shrine, enshrining Bhimashankara one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.
		Bhimashankar is located in the village of Bhavagiri 50 km north west of Khed, near Pune.
		Bhimashankar is also the source of the river Bhima, which flows south east and merges with the Krishna river near Raichur.
	www.templenet.com /Maharashtra/bhima.html (580 words)

	Bhimashankar - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bhimashankar is located in the village of Bhavagiri 50 km north west of Rajgurunagar, near Pune.
		Bhimashankar is also the source of the Bhima River, which flows south east and merges with the Krishna River near Raichur.
		There is also a Bhimashankar temple at Bhimapur hill near Guwahati in Assam where legend holds that a demon by name Bhima who inflicted havoc upon the beings in the area, was slain by Shiva, as he tried to kill a king enaged in Shiva worship.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bhimashankar (638 words)

	Bhimashankar city of Maharashtra - India
		Bhimashankar is at a height of 3250 feet.
		Bhimashankar in Maharashtra is an ancient shrine, enshrining Bhimashankar one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.
		There is also a Bhimashankar temple at Bhimapur hill near Guwahati in Assam where legend holds that a demon by name Bhima who forced destruction upon the beings in the area, was slain by Shiva, as he tried to kill a king engaged in Shiva worship.
	www.bharatheritage.in /maharashtra/bhimashankar.htm (1526 words)

	Pilgrimage and plunder (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar, in Pune district, faces Matheran in Raigad district from the east and is separated from it by a broad valley.
		Bhimashankar is presently being studied by a group of ornithologists and environmentalists.
		Bhimashankar has a sprawling devarai in its backyard, which incidentally is the last refuge for rare species of flora and fauna.
	www.indianexpress.com /ie/daily/19990228/ile28063.html (1190 words)

	Bhimashankar Maharashtra,Bhimashankar Temples Maharashtra,Bhimashankar Temples Travel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Near the origin of the river, Bhimashankar houses one of the five 'Jyotirlinga' of Maharashtra.
		The annual Mahashivaratri fair is held in Bhimashankar in February-March and attracts upto 25,000 pilgrims.
		Bhimashankar is more popular as a tourist place than a religious one due to its extravagant beauty and breathtaking scenery.
	www.destinationindia.com /travel_guide/maharashtra/bhimashankar.html (812 words)

	Encyclopedia: Bhimashankar (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar - Jyotirlinga Shrine is associated with the legend of Shiva destroying the demon Tripurasura.
		Bhimashankar is conserve red forest area and wildlife sanctuary where a variety of birds, animals, flowers, plants can be seen.
		Bhimashankar is worth visited for jungle lovers and trekkers as well as for pilgrims.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Bhimashankar (356 words)

	Bhimashankar: Jungle Shrine - Travel India - Express Travel & Tourism
		Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (100 square kilometers) with leopards, sambars, barking deers, wild boars, Hanuman langurs and Rhesus macaques roaming freely amidst the rich variety of flora and fauna makes it a nature lovers paradise.
		An important pilgrimage centre, Bhimashankar is a beautiful fl rock structure built in the Nagara style of architecture, the temple dates back to the mid 18th century.
		A trek to Bhimashankar, is an ardourous 11 kilometre long journey from Khandas (14 kilometres from Karjat) is one the most wonderful treks.
	www.expresstravelandtourism.com /20020731/travelindia4.shtml (432 words)

	Bhimashankar
		Bhimashankar is at a height of 3250 feet.
		Bhimashankar as mentioned earlier is a famous pilgrimage spot, one can visit Lord Shiva's temple at the top.
		All references regarding duration of trek and transport are given with respect to Kalyan
	deepabhi.tripod.com /bhimashankar.html (147 words)

	Places: Bhimashankar >Quick Facts (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		It is definitely not the place for the average lily-livered urban traveller, whose idea of an outing is to drive to a convenient hill station in an AC car and spend the rest of his time motoring between accessible ‘view points’.
		Bhimashankar’s other claim to fame is that it is the site of one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, the 12 holiest Shiva shrines of India.
		Bhimashankar is located on the flanks of a broad hilltop in the main Sahyadri Range at about 2,500 ft above sea level.
	www.outlooktraveller.com /aspscripts/tripout_home.asp?destname=Bhimashankar&klm=0 (301 words)

	Bhimashankar dumps plastic (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The plastic menace that threatens to systematically spoil and degrade the thickly wooded forests that the Bhimashankar is studded with and also endanger the very rare species of the Indian giant squirrel that survive here in abundance and have begun to devour this dangerous material, has woken up the relevant authorities, like never before.
		His concern is not confined only to the Bhimashankar forest which is now strewn with plastic bags and bottles, giving it an ugly dimension but also the giant squirrel as well.
		When this reporter visited Bhimashankar on Wednesday, the menace of plastic garbage was evident everywhere, not only around the temple but around most of the thickly wooded areas near the forest guest house, the MTDC resort and the precious `Devrai' behind the temple.
	www.indianexpress.com /ie/daily/19990213/ige13099.html (851 words)

	phorum - BirdsofBombay - Re: [birdsofbombay] 'Striking' news of the day-Bhimashankar (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar region's economy is totally temple dependent economy.
		A large scale / wierd development scheme sponsored by the local MLA for Bhimashankar temple complex, horrible expansions of the priests' accommodations and their conversions to commercial establishments and bigger sharks initiating large hotel projects (all this within the Sanctuary limits and immediate surroundings) are other important subjects to discuss / debate / protest.
		As fare as Bhimashankar is consern, it is a neglected
	www.surfbirds.com /phorum/read.php?f=44&t=2418&a=2 (756 words)

	Bhimashankar Jyotir Lingam - Indian Temples
		Bhimashankar is also the source of the River Bhima, which flows southeast and merges with the river Krishna.
		There is not a proper road from karjat to Bhimashankar and only the devotees who wish to go to the temple on foot during festivals use this road.
		Bhimashankar wild life sanctuary: Tucked away in the Sahayadris, the Bhimashankar Sanmctuary is home to a variety of endangered species of flora and fauna.
	www.gloriousindia.com /places/temples/bhimashankar_jyothir_lingam.html (677 words)

	Bhimashankar dumps plastic
		PUNE, Feb 12: The picturesque sanctuary of Bhimashankar which will hit the spotlight this Sunday thanks to Mahashivratri, is expected to attract at least three lakh pilgrims from all over Maharashtra, who will add to the alarming pollution by way of garbage, particularly, plastic.
		The plastic menace that threatens to systematically spoil and degrade the thickly wooded forests that the Bhimashankar is studded with and also endanger the very rare species of the Indian giant squirrel that survive here in abundance and have begun to devour this dangerous material, has woken up the relevant authorities, like never before.
		When this reporter visited Bhimashankar on Wednesday, the menace of plastic garbage was evident everywhere, not only around the temple but around most of the thickly wooded areas near the forest guest house, the MTDC resort and the precious `Devrai' behind the temple.
	www.expressindia.com /ie/daily/19990213/ige13099.html (851 words)

	Indian Express: Pilgrimage and plunder
		Bhimashankar, in Pune district, faces Matheran in Raigad district from the east and is separated from it by a broad valley.
		Bhimashankar is presently being studied by a group of ornithologists and environmentalists.
		Bhimashankar has a sprawling devarai in its backyard, which incidentally is the last refuge for rare species of flora and fauna.
	www.expressindia.com /ie/daily/19990228/ile28063p.html (1246 words)

	Review on Bhimashankar by Vinay7867 - MouthShut.com
		Bhimashankar - One of the 12 Jotirlingas for Hindus is a place for worship, but it also a trekkers delight.
		There are basically four routes to reach Bhimashankar, the route by road, which I have never taken, so cant write about it.
		I have been going to Bhimashankar for the past 12 years every monsoon, and I can assure that the best route to be taken is the Shidi Ghat.
	www.mouthshut.com /review/Bhimashankar-50892.html (1094 words)

	Bhimashankar: Jungle Shrine - Travel India - Express Travel & Tourism (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (100 square kilometers) with leopards, sambars, barking deers, wild boars, Hanuman langurs and Rhesus macaques roaming freely amidst the rich variety of flora and fauna makes it a nature lovers paradise.
		An important pilgrimage centre, Bhimashankar is a beautiful fl rock structure built in the Nagara style of architecture, the temple dates back to the mid 18th century.
		A trek to Bhimashankar, is an ardourous 11 kilometre long journey from Khandas (14 kilometres from Karjat) is one the most wonderful treks.
	www.expresstravelworld.com /20020731/travelindia4.shtml (432 words)

	Pilgrim’s soul, trekker’s sole (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		His protective gaze blesses not only the hundreds of devotees who make the trek up to the source of the Bhima river and the sacred lingam, but also some of the most endangered species of wildlife whose home is the Western ghats.
		Bhimashankar has plenty to offer both for the pilgrim’s soul as well as the trekker’s sole.
		The dense forest of the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary plays host not just to the shekru, but also to a variety of plant and animal species.
	web.mid-day.com /smd/go/2003/december/71901.htm (958 words)

	Bhimashankar Temple,Legend of Bhimashankar Temple,Bhimashankar Temple in Pune
		Bhimashankar Temple,Legend of Bhimashankar Temple,Bhimashankar Temple in Pune
		Bhimashankar Temple Jyotirlinga is situated in the ghat region of the Sahyadri hills in the village of Bhavagiri, 50-km north west of Khed, near Pune in Maharashtra.
		It may be noted that according to the Shiv Purana the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is situated on the Mountain Brahmapur in district Kamrup, Assam.
	www.mahashivratri.org /bhimashankar-temple-pune.html (595 words)

	Bhimashankar
		Bhimashankar wild life sanctuary is home to a variety of endangered species of flora and fauna.
		Trekking during the monsoons is ideal and the most enjoyable, with endless stretches of greenery right from the base, with water falls and gushing streams.
		Initially, we planned to cover only the first plateau and a hike through the forests, since trekking up to Bhimashankar and back on the same day could be a daunting task.
	trekbhimashankar.blogspot.com (734 words)

	Welcome to Rudra Blessing
		Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is situated in the north of Pune, on the Sahayadri, by the banks of the river Bhima.
		It is believed that Lord Shiva was pleased by the devotion of a king named Bhimak of the sun Dynasty and is called the Jyotirlinga in the place.
		However, according to the Shiv Purana the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is situated on the Mountain Brahmapur, district Kamrup of Assam.
	www.rudrablessings.com /Bhimashankar.asp (205 words)

	Siddhagadh Lingi, Kakadmaal, Padar Treks & Climb (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Siddhagad and bhimashankar are placed distant and on a clear day one could get a good view of sidhagad from bhimashankar and vice versa.
		Bhimashankar, which is declared as a sanctuary, is a dense forest, but is also accessible through proper tar roads.
		Bhimashankar has a carved temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of the country.
	www.bhramanti.com /kalykarj.html (4452 words)

	SHRI BHIMASHANKAR in Dakini
		This temple is closely associated with the legend of Shiva slaying the demon Tripurasura associated with the invincible flying citadels Tripuras.
		By Road :Bhimashankar is situated around 260 kms from Mumbai via Pune.From Pune You have to take the road that goes to Wada to reach Bhimashankar.
		By Rail :The nearest Railhead is the Pune which is at a distance of 95 kilometres from Bhimashankar.
	jyotirlingatours.tripod.com /id5.html (495 words)

	About God Shiv, OM NAMAH SHIVAY! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Bhimashankar ling measures around one and a half feet and is quite narrow.
		The goddess that is worshipped in this temple is Kamalaja ji.
		The story behind this Bhimashankar Jyotirling is that once upon a time in the place called Kamrup a great devotee of God Shiv by the name of King Kamrupeshwar resided.
	students.csci.unt.edu /~pa0049/shiv/jyotirling/bhimashankarji.htm (205 words)

	Places: Bhimashankar >See 'n' Do (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar has plenty to offer both for the pilgrim's soul as well as the trekker’s sole.
		Bhimashankar is famous for the standard religious knicknacks like bronze lingams, Rudraksha and Tulsi beads and tiny Ganeshas carved out of betelnuts.
		Bhimashankar can be an intense travel experience provided you allow the place to penetrate your very soul.
	www.outlooktraveller.com /aspscripts/trip_msmd.asp?destname=Bhimashankar&klm=2 (731 words)

	Indbazaar - Travel Now :: Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar, enclosed in the folds of the majestic Western ghats, is 260 kms from Mumbai and situated at an altitude of 2100-3800 ft.
		Bhimashankar Wildlife sanctuary is spread over Pune, Raigad, Thane districts of north-western Maharashtra.
		Along with the Bhimashankar temple trek you can also trek up to Hanuman Khada for a superb view of the plains below and the surrounding Western ghats.
	www.indbazaar.com /travel/index2.asp?loc=107 (321 words)

	THE COMFORTS - Maharashtra > Shrines > Bhimashankar
		Bhimashankar is the temple containing one of the five jyotirlingas found in Maharashtra.
		The wooden entrance of the temple is beautifully carved.
		Bhimashankar is endowed with beautiful scenery and an all-around vibrant atmosphere.
	www.thecomforts.com /in_maharashtra_shrines_bhima.htm (96 words)

	Around Pune - BHIMASHANKAR & MALSHEJ GHAT (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Bhimashankar is an ancient pilgrim centre and houses one of the five holy Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra.
		The nearby bird and game sanctuary and the pleasant climate and natural scenery are among Bhimashankar's many attractions.
		Accommodation at Bhimashankar mainly comprises two bungalows [with a capacity of 8 beds] and tents.
	www.punecity.com /ourcity/tour/bhimamalshej.html (281 words)

	Melody of Bhimashankar by Air Vice Marshal Vishwa Mohan Tiwari
		There is a gentle climb throughout, for Pune is at an altitude of 600 meters and Bhimashankar at 1100 meters.
		Bhimashankar, mountain and the forest is the catchment area for both the rivers - Bhima and Ghod.
		Bhimashankar is a many splendoured thing, apart from being a sanctuary and a revered Jyotirling (a temple of Lord Shiv) out of the twelve in India.
	www.boloji.com /places/02415.htm (1573 words)

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