Saptashrungi Devi Temple, Vani
Vani, Maharashtra
Saptashrungi is a hilltop shrine of the Goddess near Vani village, about 65 to 70 km from Nashik, among the seven peaks of the Sahyadri range. The Devi is worshipped as the Goddess of the seven peaks.
What to see and do
- Climb around 500 stone steps to the shrine, or take the ropeway
- Have darshan of the Devi on the cliff face and enjoy the views
- Visit during Navaratri if you want to see the shrine at its most lively
Good to know
- It is a full-day trip from Nashik, about 1 to 1.5 hours each way, so start early
- Aarti and opening times vary, so confirm locally
- Navaratri brings very large crowds
Spiritual significance
The shrine is counted among the Shakti Peethas of Maharashtra. The name means 'of the seven peaks', and the temple sits high on the cliff face.
Why it matters
- A major seat of Devi worship in the region, with pilgrims coming from across Maharashtra
- Associated with strength and protection
- The story of Sati and the Daksha Yagna, from which the Shakti Peethas arose, is the root of its sanctity