परिचय (Introduction)
पुणे शहरापासून अवघ्या २२–२३ किमी अंतरावर आळंदी (Alandi) हे पवित्र तीर्थक्षेत्र आहे. इंद्रायणी नदीच्या काठावर वसलेले हे गाव संत ज्ञानेश्वर महाराजांची संजीवन समाधी असलेले ठिकाण आहे. प्रत्येक वर्षी लाखो भक्त इथे येऊन महाराजांच्या समाधीचे दर्शन घेतात, विशेषतः कार्तिकी एकादशी, आषाढी वारी आणि पाळखी सोहळा यावेळी.
How to Reach Alandi from Pune (पुण्याहून आळंदीला कसे जावे?)
By Bus (बसने)
- PMPML Bus (लाइन 29) from Pune Phule Nagar goes directly to Alandi. भाडे approx ₹22–₹35, time around 30–35 mins.
- Buses are available every 10 minutes, making it the cheapest and most convenient option.
By Taxi / Cab (टॅक्सीने)
- Distance is around 20 km, takes 20–25 minutes. भाडे ₹500–₹650 approx.
- Best for families or if you’re short on time.
By Train (रेल्वेने)
- Pune Junction has local trains towards Alandi side, but most travelers prefer bus or cab for direct access.
How to Reach Alandi from Other Parts of India (भारताच्या इतर भागातून आळंदीला)
- By Train – First come to Pune Junction, then bus/taxi to Alandi.
- By Air – Pune Airport is 16–21 km from Alandi. Cabs and buses are easily available.
- By Road – Well-connected highways bring you to Pune, then onwards to Alandi.
Places to Visit in Alandi (आळंदीत पाहण्यासारखी ठिकाणे)
- Sant Dnyaneshwar Samadhi Mandir (संत ज्ञानेश्वर समाधी मंदिर) – The heart of Alandi, with Sanjeevan Samadhi, Siddheshwar Mandir and the sacred Ajanvriksha tree.
- Indrayani River Ghats (इंद्रायणी नदी घाट) – Devotees take ritual baths and collect holy water.
- Ram Mandir & Laxmi Narayan Mandir (राम मंदिर आणि लक्ष्मीनारायण मंदिर) – Located near the ghat.
- Vitthal-Rukmini Mandir (विठ्ठल-रुक्मिणी मंदिर) – Symbolic connection to Pandharpur.
- Sant Jalaram Mandir, Gajanan Maharaj Mandir (संत जालाराम मंदिर, गजानन महाराज मंदिर) – Popular with devotees.
- Palkhi Route (वारी पाळखी मार्ग) – Every Ashadhi & Kartiki Wari, the palkhi procession starts here with thousands chanting “जय जय राम कृष्ण हरी”.
Temple Timings & Aarti Schedule (मंदिर वेळा आणि आरती वेळापत्रक)
- Darshan: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM (सकाळी ६:०० ते रात्री ९:००)
- Kakad Aarti (काकड आरती): 4:00 AM
- Morning Aarti (सकाळची आरती): ~7:00 AM
- Evening Aarti (संध्याकाळची आरती): ~8:30 PM
- Shej Aarti (शेज आरती): 11:00 PM
Tips for Devotees (भक्तांसाठी टिप्स)
- No entry fee (प्रवेश मोफत आहे).
- Wear simple traditional clothes (साधे, पारंपरिक कपडे परिधान करा).
- During Ekadashi & Wari, arrive early to avoid heavy crowd.
- Dharmashalas (धर्मशाळा) and food stalls are available.
- If bathing in Indrayani, be careful as river flow can be strong.
निष्कर्ष (Conclusion)
Alandi is not just a pilgrimage place, it’s a spiritual home for millions. Whether you come by bus, cab, train or flight, the journey here fills you with peace and devotion. The Samadhi Mandir, the soothing aarti, and the Indrayani river ghats together create an experience you will always remember.
“जय जय राम कृष्ण हरी” – may this chant guide your journey and bless your soul.