Bhimashankar Temple
On the lofty ranges of the Sahaydris lived an evil Bhima in the forests of Dakini. During the Treta Yuga, compassion and kindness triggered in the presence of the asura.
Raged by his father Kumbhakarana's death at the hands of Lord Rama he soaked revenge. He indulged himself into performing penances in the name of Lord Brahma. Impressed by his devotion the creator, Lord Brahma blessed him with immense powers.
As a result, he created havoc in all the three worlds. From defeating Lord Indra, making Kamaroopeshwar his hostage to troubling the sadhus, he walked entirely towards the path of destruction. Beseeched by the gods, Lord Shiva came to their rescue.
Lord Shiva appeared before him in his magnificent avatar, and the war began. The great almighty Shiva defeated him and was requested by the gods to make the place his abode. Accepting their request, Shiva took a dwelling in the Bhima form. Furthermore, the sweat that poured forth from his body after the battle is believed to have formed the Bhimarathi river.
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