Agastya Ashram a Hindu temple located near Takali, Shahunagar in the Nashik district. In the Nashik region Agastya Ashram associated with Rishi Agastya — a revered sage in Hindu tradition. While small, this site serves as a spiritual place for visitors interested in Agastya’s lore and blessings.
About Agastya Rishi in Hindu Tradition
❀ Maharishi Agastya is an ancient sage revered in many Hindu texts. Various legends place his penance site (ashram) near the Godavari River region close to Nashik, among other traditional locations across India.
❀ The ashrams and temples associated with him are often visited for meditation, prayer, and spiritual retreat. There are ~900 steps to reach the hermitage cave.
Agastya Ashram Darshan Timings
❀ Unlike formal temple complexes with fixed schedule boards, Agastya Rishi Ashram at Ankai doesn’t have published official “darshan timings” like city temples. The general visiting pattern followed by most devotees and tourists is:
❀ You can start the climb and visit early, generally from ~6:00 AM–7:00 AM onward.
❀ Daytime hours: The site is open to visitors during daylight; most people visit between 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
❀ No night darshan: Because the ashram is on a hill inside the fort area, there is no regular night darshan — it’s safe only during daylight for visitors.
Prime Festivals at Agastya Ashram
❀ Mahashivratri, Ram Navami, Shravan Mondays, Navratri & Gurupurnima are the prime festivals at Agastya Ashram.
❀ On third Shravan Monday, the spot is traditionally believed to be closely associated with Agastya’s penance/energy, making it popular for pilgrimages and small fairs.
❀ There are no formal priests or scheduled aarti ceremonies daily like big temples — it’s primarily a natural heritage and hermitage site where devotees offer prayers and perform personal worship.
How to visit Agastya Ashram
The Agastya Ashram (Agasti Mandir) is a serene, historic site located on the banks of the Pravara River in Bhandardara, near Nashik, Maharashtra. It is best reached by private taxi or bus from Nashik (approx. 70-80 km) or Igatpuri (28 km), with the final approach via Akole.
The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, located about 28 km away.
7 AM - 5:30 PM
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