Overview
Shirdi is the abode of the ever-pervading Saint Shri Saibaba. Shirdi is a spiritual town with a high devotional intensity. The town is tiny – just 2 square km of Main Street and a maze of by-lanes – but packs in much passion. It sees devotees coming from all over the world. Shirdi figures prominently on the world map of spirituality. The streets of Shirdi are paved with shops selling Sai Baba memorabilia, especially the unforgettable pictures of Sai Baba himself, with his piercing eyes, snowy beard and benevolent smile. Accommodation is never a problem in Shirdi - from the MTDC hotel, tourist rest houses, dharamsalas and ashrams, to five star accommodations - the town is totally geared for rush of pilgrims.
The spiritual intensity of the place is so high that the faith and conviction of the devotees of Saibaba touches even a tourist. Saibaba was not influenced by any religion and was regarded both by both Hindu and Muslim communities. Saibaba is believed to have arrived at the village of Shirdi when he was about sixteen years old. His inborn magnetism soon began attracting followers. He has been attributed numerous miracles which still live expanding the list of his devotees.
Shirdi Travel Guide would make your journey to Baba’s Dabar an unforgettable experience with detailed sections on How to reach with driving directions, what to see in and around Shirdi and a host of other things.
