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  1. History
  2. Getting Around
  3. Tourist Traps
  4. Local Customs
  5. Shopping
  6. Communications

Shirdi is a small village in Kopargam taluk in Ahmadnagar District of the Maharashtra State. When Sai Baba, the great ascetic first arrived from Panthri village in Maharashtra in 1858 to Shirdi, it was only a tiny hamlet of 80 thatched houses with mud walls. A man of principle, Sai Baba, as he was lovingly called by his Hindu and Muslim followers, devoted his entire life in teaching the common path of Hinduism and Islam. He always believed and professed “Sabka malik ek” (meaning one God governs all). He spent the last years of his life in Shirdi until he attained the ‘mahasamadhi’ (left his physical body) on 15 October 1918. Even years after his death, devotees throng this religious place round the year to pay their tributes.

History

Shirdi is an important spiritual and religious destination for both Hindus and Muslims, as the town of the revered saint Sai Baba. The history of the town is notable only for the life of this saint.

In 1854, locals discovered a 16-year-old boy meditating under a neem tree. The tranquility, wisdom, and spiritual powers of this young boy attracted many followers and he spent the next six decade of his life in this village. Sai Baba was a much-loved father figure for the entire community. In his lifetime, Sai Baba worked tirelessly in service of the poor and wretched. He performed many miracles and helped innumerable lost souls. The wealthier among his followers often paid rich homage to the saint, and he just as predictably donated this money to the poor. Sai Baba’s message was carried forward by these followers and the little village attracted many more visitors.

Sai Baba died in Shirdi in 1918, since when the town has gained importance as a spiritual destination. Unremarkable in its architecture or layout, the town is nothing more than one main road and a maze of by-lanes, but it radiates a kind of peace that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.

Getting Around

Not a very big town, Shirdi has grown around its main attraction - the Sai Baba temple - almost all major sights and sounds are all within walking distances from anywhere in Shirdi. Cycle rickshaws are available easily, and are the best way to explore locally.

Tourist Traps in the City

Be wary of touts who will offer to help you find accommodation and take you on temple tours. While they do not charge for their service, they will expect you to purchase souvenirs from their stores at greatly inflated prices.

Local Custom

You can freely wear anything that makes you comfortable. While visiting temples, memorials (samadhis), or any religious site, dress appropriately and avoid wearing short or revealing clothes. In general, people of Shirdi are very courteous and hospitable; this is not to be mistaken for their knavishness.

Shopping

In Shirdi, you will find souvenir shops selling an array of silver trinkets, statues, fridge magnets, stickers, books and photos – with Sai Baba theme. The prices at all these tourist shops are highly negotiable.

Communications

Phones :Cell phone rates are one of the cheapest in the world.
There are four GSM service providers:
* BSNL [20] GSM Triband
* Airtel [21] GSM Triband
* Vodafone [22] GSM Triband
* Idea [23]GSM Triband
CDMA service providers are
* Reliance Communications[24]
* Tata Indicom[25]
Internet: There are several internet cafes / Cyber Cafes from where you can access the Internet for sending email or uploading your digital photos.
* Reliance world offers you broadband connectivity at many locations across the city.
* Sify iway also offers broadband connectivity at different locations spread all over the city.

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