Attractions in Nanded

The city of Nanded is a prominent Sikh pilgrimage destination. The Sachkhand Gurudwara is the major attraction of the city. Sikhs from all walks of life and all corners of the world visit the Gurudwara especially during December each year when the birthday of Guru Gobind Singh is celebrated with unbelievable splendor. It has been earmarked as the “Holy City” by the State Government and developmental activities have been planned for improving the infrastructure in the city. There are other tourist attractions in the city; the temple of Mata Mahur Renuka, Aundha Nagnath Temple, a series of Gurudwaras linked to the Tenth Guru of Sikhs and a Muslim place of worship Masjid of Biloli. The city has some old relics like the Fort of Kandhar and Nanded Fort. The nature has also added a few places like the Waterfalls of Unkeshwar and the man made Vishnupuri Barrage. Sachkand Gurudwara. The Gurudwara, one the five Takhats, houses the holy book Sri Guru Granth Sahib consecrated by the tenth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh. The place is visited by more than a million pilgrims and tourists each year. There are eight other beautifully constructed Gurudwaras located along the river in the town connected with the life of the Tenth Guru. Masjid of Biloli. The Muslim place of worship was constructed in the late 17th century by Sarfaraz Khan, a Siphasilar of the Mughals. The Masjid is famous as the Nawab Sarfaraz Masjid. Shrikshetra Mahurgadh. A Hindu pilgrimage center and Shaktipeetha is a temple atop a hill just a mile from the town. The beautiful temple in the lap of nature was constructed by the Yadava Rulers in 11th century. Unkeshvar, the village with hot water springs is located on the banks of Penganga River. The natural springs are believed to possess miracle skin rejuvenating chemicals. Kandhar Fort is now a dilapidated structure constructed by the King of Malkhed. However the elaborate security design of the architecture with a ditch on its periphery and the Moghul style construction are remarkable. Nanded Fort, just about two miles from the town railway station, has beautifully landscaped gardens and fountains. The noteworthy aspect is the inherent security provided by River Godavari from three sides. The Fort is now in ruins. Malegaon. The village is an hour of drive from the town. A big animal fair is organized here in December where millions of live stock is traded in a short ten day period. You can also see the glory of Chalukyan art and architecture in the Siddeshwara Temple of Hottal. Apart from the places of tourist interest the city has a mystic charm about it. The narrow winding and tightly knit street design lends it the character of a dense building with elongated courtyards. The aesthetically constructed traditional dwellings, temples and Gurudwaras have an uncanny appeal and engage you into a visual dialogue. The city is probably like a man of experience and wisdom waiting to be noticed.