What are the darshan timings of Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi?
Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi in Shirdi is open for darshan 4:00 AM – 11:15 PM. Aarti is performed at Kakad Aarti 4:30 AM · Madhyan Aarti 12:00 PM · Dhoop Aarti at sunset · Shej Aarti 10:00 PM. The temple is located at centre of Shirdi — about 3 km from Sainagar Shirdi railway station.
Timings can change on festivals, eclipses and special occasions. Please confirm with the temple before you travel.
What is Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi known for?
The Samadhi Mandir at the centre of Shirdi enshrines the samadhi of Sai Baba, who lived in the town until 1918. Above the samadhi sits a marble statue of Baba, installed in 1954, and the hall around it is where the four daily aartis are sung.
Why is Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi significant?
Sai Baba lived in Shirdi for most of his life, and his teaching — shraddha and saburi, faith and patience — drew devotees from every background. The building was originally constructed by a devotee, Gopalrao Buti, and after Baba's samadhi it became his shrine. The Dwarkamai, the mosque where he lived and where the dhuni he kept still burns, and the Chavadi and Gurusthan, are all close by and are part of every visit.
Which rituals and festivals are held at Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi?
Four aartis are sung each day — Kakad at dawn, Madhyan at noon, Dhoop at sunset, and Shej at night. Offerings are of flowers, shawls and sweets, and udi — the sacred ash from the dhuni — is given as prasad.
Ram Navami, Guru Purnima and Vijayadashami, the anniversary of Baba's samadhi, are the three great festivals, when the temple remains open through the night.
How do you reach Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Shirdi?
Sainagar Shirdi railway station is about 3 kilometres away, with direct trains from Mumbai and other cities. Shirdi airport is about 15 kilometres, and Nashik about 90 by road.
Mobile phones are not permitted inside the Samadhi Mandir. Dwarkamai, Chavadi and Gurusthan are within a few minutes' walk.