Baneshwar
Baneshwar is a temple of Shiva located in the village of Nasarapur about 40 KM southwest of Pune. It is a pleasant and calm place amidst a jungle. It was recently discovered and hence declared as a small bird sanctuary hosting a decent amount of rare birds with many Crowned Hornbills seen.
Legend
Baneshwar temple architecture is from the medieval period. The temple was constructed by Peshwa Nanasaheb, son of Peshwa bajirao I. The temple hosts an important bell which was captured by Chimaji Appa after defeating the Portuguese in the battle of Bassien.
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