Pandharpur Vithoba Temple

Vitthal Rukmini Temple in Pandharpur is the spiritual heart of Maharashtra's Bhakti movement, the destination of the legendary Wari pilgrimage. Twice a year (Ashadhi and Kartiki Ekadashi), millions of Warkaris walk hundreds of kilometers carrying palkhis (palanquins) of saints Dnyaneshwar and Tukaram to reach Pandharpur. Lord Vitthal (Vithoba) stands on a brick with hands on his hips in a distinctive posture - believed to be a form of Krishna awaiting his devotees. The Wari is Maharashtra's most significant cultural and spiritual tradition with unbroken lineage for 700+ years.