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Location : 38-km From Pune, Maharashtra
Presiding Deity : Lord Khandoba
Popularly Known as : Khandobachi Jejuri
The Deity Is Also Known Different Names Like: Mallari, Malhari, Mailar, Martand, Ravalnath, Yelkoti Mahadev
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Jejuri is one the popular pilgrim centres of Maharashtra, located 38-km from Pune and 60-km from Sholapur. It houses a temple dedicated to Lord Khandoba. Khandoba, popularly known as Khandobachi Jejuri, is one of the important Gods worshipped by Dhangar, the oldest tribes in Maharashtra. It is believed that Khandoba, is a god of Sakamabhakti i.e. it God who fulfils all the desires of his devotees. Jejuri is popular for its old Deep Mala.

Jejuri has also been a historically important place as Shivaaji met his father Shahaji here after a long period. The meeting is historically very important as both discussed the strategies against Mughals, here. At that period, Jejuri was one of the major hill forts in South region.