Jejuri
is a city and a municipal council in Pune district in
the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is famous for the
main temple of god Khandoba. The temple is dedicated
to Khandoba, also known as Mhalsakant or Malhari Martand.
Khandoba is regarded as the 'God of Jejuri' and is held
in great reverence by the Dhangars, one of the oldest
tribes in India.
The statue of Shri Khandoba enshrined inside the temple
is simply beautiful. There are three weapons housed
in Jejuri Temple, a sword, a damaru and a paral. They
are very beautiful and also have historical importance
attached to them. A Sword Competition is held every
year at the temple, on the occasion of Dusshera. The
one who lifts the sword of the temple high up, for the
maximum time, is declared the winner.
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