A Lord Shiva temple in the Pashan area of Pune, Maharashtra stands within a walled, fort-like complex. At the center of the complex, one can see the grand Someshwar Temple, which is thought to be 900 years old.  It is believed that the Shiv Linga (sacred symbol) in this temple is ‘Swayambhu,’ which means ‘self-existing.’ Some say that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj used to visit this temple along with his mother Rajmata Jijabai in the 17th century.
Next to the Lord Shiva temple built in Hemadpanthi architectural style, there are temples of Lord Ganesh, Lord Hanuman, and Lord Bhairavnath, along with a memorial stone and a 40-foot tall ‘Deep Stambh’ (lamp pillar).
The complex also features an open-air gallery showcasing replica models of all twelve Jyotirlingas. The twelve Jyotirlingas are temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and are located across India. The replica gallery is well-designed and displays a mural of the Himalayas at the entrance. The models are intricate and beautiful, depicting temples that hold immense significance in Hinduism.
