Shri.Gurudatta Temple Karanja
The Datta Mandir in Karanja, also known as the Shri Gurudatta Temple or Guru Mandir, is a significant pilgrimage site located in Karanja Lad, Washim District, Maharashtra. The temple is dedicated to Shri Nrusimha Saraswati Swami Maharaj, the second incarnation of Lord Dattatreya, and is built at his birthplace. The temple was established in 1934 by Swami Brahmanand Saraswati and is a major center for Dattatreya followers.
How to Reach:
By Air
The nearest airport to Karanja is Nagpur. There are daily flights to Nagpur from Mumbai.
By Train
Nearest broad-gauge railway stations: Murtajapur (MZR): This is one of the closest major railway stations, about 30 km from Karanja. It's on the main Mumbai-Howrah rail route, offering connections to many parts of India. You can easily find buses or taxis from here to Karanja. Akola (AK): Also located on the Mumbai-Howrah line, Akola is another well-connected broad-gauge option. From Akola, you can take a local bus or hire a taxi to complete the journey to Karanja.
By Road
When traveling along the Samruddhi Mahamarg towards Amravati and Washim, you will need to take the Karanja Laad exit (also referred to as Karanja). The highway is well-marked with signs that will guide you to this exit.