Located in the Satpuda
Ranges in Maharashtra, Manu Devi
Temple is a popular
shrine dedicated to Goddess Manudevi, a family deity (Kuldevata) of several
families in the ergion. Manudevi Mandir is located at Adgaon near Jalgaon in Maharashtra . It is around 30 km north of Jalgaon. The
route to the temple is Jalgaon – Idgaon – Dambhurni – Kingaon – Adgaon.
Goddess Manudevi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti
and she appeared in the Satpuda
Ranges before Brahma,
Vishnu and Shiva. She then took numerous forms to annihilate demon Mahishasura.
The temple was discovered in 1251 AD. The shrine is covered
by lush green trees.
Couples facing trouble in having children get relief after
offering prayers here. People also visit the shrine for having healthy
children. The goddess is believed to be a benign mother who fulfills the wishes
of her children.