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Marleshwar (मार्लेश्वर)
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village
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| Country |  India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| District | Ratnagiri |
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| • Official | Marathi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Telephone code | 02354 |
| Vehicle registration | MH-08 |
Marleshwar is a small Shiva temple in Sangameshwar subdivision of Ratnagiri district in the Indian stateofMaharashtra. It takes about one and a half hours to reach by road; visitors then climb 300–400 steps, which are lined with refreshment stalls to keep the climbing pilgrims refreshed. The temple is in a cave and has a small viewing platform from which the magnificent Dhareshwar Waterfalls can be admired.[1] Every year thousands of devotees visit and perform ablutions in the nearby Bav River.[citation needed].
Although Marleshwar Temple is most popular for religious beliefs, its location makes it quite popular among thrill-seekers.[citation needed] Surrounded by the Sahyadri range and Dhareshwar Waterfalls, makes temple has treacherous yet exhilarating pathways[citation needed] and its natural environment make it a nature lover's getaway destination.[2][tone]
A trek through Chiplun to reach Marleshwar Temple takes about three days, from Helwak through Chandoli Forest. As it is not a one-day trek, the destinations are broken down: On the first day, travellers may cover Ram Ghal, Bhairav Gad and Patharpunj Village; the second day may include reaching Prachit Gad through the dense Chandoli Forest and Chandel Village; and on the third day, one can travel through Kundi Village and Mahimar Gad before reaching Marleshwar.[2]
On the day of 'Makarsankranti', a celebration of the marriage of Marleshwar and Girijadevi takes place. There are also fairs on 'Mahashivratri' and 'Tripuri Poornima'. Marleshwar's name may have been inspired by Maral village .[2]
