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The temple is accessible via road by taking an exit of the Yaval Chopda State Highway. After passing through Adgaon-Kasarkheda, the temple is around 9 kms approximately. The trustees and the board members take pride in informing the pilgrims that of the 10 Km road, three quarters of it (75%) of it is well paved two lane motorable road. The next one and half kilometer is a paved road made of gravel. The final one and half kilometer provides an interesting trek to the temple. The temple is at a height of 500 meters and the final trek is through lush green surroundings and this walk through nature and the chanting of Goddess Manudevi’s name grants every pilgrim unsurpassed satisfaction and joy.
Manudevi Temple is located in beautiful natural surroundings near Adgaon village in Yawal Taluka. Manudevi is the kuldevi of 70% people in the district. There is a nice water fall with breathtaking view. The way to the temple is a very good trek with the path going through a small river 7 times. The temple is surrounded by forested hills. A fair is also held annually.
The temple was discovered by a member of the Ingle family, Shri K Pandu Jeevan around 1251 A.D/B.C. From the excavations that took place around the area, it is believed that this is an ancient temple reflecting the culture of ancient times. There are huge massive trees that greet the visitor to the temple. |
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