Shivsrushti, Dervan
The Walavalkar Shivaji Maharaj Museum or Shivsrushti or Shiv-Samarth Mandir built by Shree Sant Sitarambuva Walawalkar Trust, located at Dervan is one of the must-see locations in Chiplun. The entire life history of Maratha warrior Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is etched through amazing sculptures and life sized statues with in detail expressions of characters including animals.
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Nearest Bus Depot
Chiplun - 18.7 Kms
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Nearest Railway Station
Chiplun - 21.5 Kms, Ratnagiri - 72.5 Kms
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Nearest Airport
Mumbai - 281 Kms,
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City Approach
Chiplun - 20 Kms, Ratnagiri - 72 Kms, Mumbai - 245 Kms, Pune - 230 Kms, Goa - 352 Kms
About Shivsrushti, Dervan
The whole museum is formed as if a fort which brings the glory of Chatrapati Shivaji-era. In the temple premises, along with Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Sant Ramdas, Sant Tukaram and Sant Namdev are seen standing in their life-size forms. Numerous memorable scenes from Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's life history are etched on the walls. Bal Shivaji's naming Ceremony, his oath with his companions-at Rohideshwar as a child; he praying before the Goddess Jagadamba, an encounter with Afzal Khan, Baji Prabhu Deshpande's sacrifice, the coronation Ceremony; the re-acceptance of Netaji Palkar to the Hinduism, fight with Shahiste Khan to name a few.
An artist of Mumbai named Ganesh Patkar has developed these statues with his workmates. Construction of the memorial looks like a fort. Near about one crore rupees and 15 years were spent in construction of Shivsrushti. Tourists get welcomed by Mavlas (soldiers) of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and two elephants residing at the entrance.
It is as if the various events come alive through these sculptures and leave you feeling mesmerized. The area of the Samadhi temple near Shivsrushti is very pleasant and quiet. Tourists can visit Shivasrushti between 8am to 6pm. Dress modestly and appropriately, covering your shoulders and knees out of respect for the sacredness of the space. Remove your footwear before entering the temple premises, following the customary practice of cleanliness and purity.
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