Address: Shani Shingnapur, Maharashtra 414105
Timings: 5.30 am to 7.30 pm (All Days)
Aarti: 5am | 12pm | 6pm | 10pm
HISTORY:
With many efforts, the holy stone slab was taken out of the river and installed in an open air temple in the village. The presence of Lord Shani is so much pervading in the village that no thief has escaped his wrath till date. Due to this, the villagers of Singnapur never shut their homes with doors or even feel the need to put their precious belongings under lock and safe. Devotees visiting Shirdi also come to the shrine of Shani, the God of Justice to the mortals on earth, to appease him with their prayers and love offerings and ask him to forgive their sins and salvage their soul from his unsparing wrath.
The devotees hold the temple to be very important and believe that the place has got the blessings of Lord Shani. People trust the Lord so much that nobody installs doors in their houses. People believe that Lord Shani is always watching out at His devotees, and thus there is no theft or burglary in the town. Devotees throng to the temple throughout the year, and especially on Saturdays, which is regarded to be the ideal day to worship Lord Shani.
ACTIVITIES IN CURRENT TIMES:
Shani Shignapur is by far known to be one of the most alive temples in Shirdi because of its religious significance and mystical powers. Located in the Ahmednagar district of Shirdi, the particular temple houses the idol of Lord Shani, which is a completely black stone idol. Lord Shani has been named after the planet Saturn, who is also referred to as Swayambhu and attracts devotees from all over the world due to its powers.
Hindus come here to offer prayers to Lord Shani to save themselves from the influence of bad luck of Planet Saturn. There is a common belief that those who visit the temple and offer prayers to Lord Shani can lead a smooth life.
The nearest Railway Station is Rahuri for the temple. One can take bus from Sai nagar, Shirdi to reach Shani shingnapore at just 150/- per person (Return included). It takes 1.5 to 2 hours from Shirdi
Food/snacks counter:
Here 5 mins away from Shani temple there are many hotels where you can have your lunch and dinner as well.
Pooja samagri:
All the things related to Pooja you will get near the parking area of temple at just 150/- per person.