Archive · 23 Aug 2026
Fadnavis Highlights Harihareshwar Temple as Maharashtra’s ‘South Kashi’
Devendra Fadnavis shared information about an old Shiva temple in Maharashtra.
The temple is called Harihareshwar Shiva Temple.
It is in Raigad district near the Arabian Sea.
Fadnavis called it “South Kashi” because it is an important religious place.
The temple has special architecture and a peaceful setting by the sea.
Visitors can see the temple, beach, rocks and greenery in the area.
The post is part of the Maharashtra Shivdhara initiative.
The initiative encourages young people to learn about and preserve Maharashtra’s cultural heritage.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted the ancient Harihareshwar Shiva Temple in Raigad district.
Fadnavis described the temple as “South Kashi” under the Maharashtra Shivdhara initiative.
The Shiva shrine is located near the Arabian Sea and Harihareshwar beach.
The temple is known for its religious importance, historic significance, architecture and coastal setting.
The initiative aims to showcase Maharashtra’s heritage and encourage younger generations to connect with their culture.
- Who
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted the temple.
- What
- He shared a post describing the ancient Harihareshwar Shiva Temple as “South Kashi.”
- When
- The post was shared during the holy month of Shravan.
- Where
- The temple is in coastal Raigad district, near the Arabian Sea and Harihareshwar beach.
- Why
- The Maharashtra Shivdhara initiative is showcasing religious and cultural heritage and encouraging younger generations to connect with it.
- Temple
- Harihareshwar Shiva Temple
- Location
- Raigad district, Maharashtra
- Religious association
- Lord Shiva
- Description
- “South Kashi”
- Setting
- Near the Arabian Sea and Harihareshwar beach
- Initiative
- Maharashtra Shivdhara
- Earlier features
- Marleshwar Shiva Temple in Ratnagiri and Kunkeshwar Shiva Temple in Sindhudurg