The Marleshwar Temple’s foundations are believed to have been laid by Lord Parshuram. The temple is built on a rock face such that the devotee has to pass throught the cave to see the deity. Situated at Marleshwar in Ratnagiri district, about 60 kms from Chiplun on Devrukh road, many snakes are seen around the temple but they do not bite the visitors. The Marleshwar Yatra is a major event of the temple that takes place during Makar Sankranti.
The Dhareshwar Falls, located close to the Marleshwar Temple, are especially beautiful during the monsoon season.
Marleshwar Temple is located in Marleshwar of Ratnagiri district. It is a cave temple and is circumvented with sacred grooves. The presiding deity is Lord Shiva. The Marleshwar Yatra which takes place during the Makar Sankranti is a major event of this temple.
Near the temple, Dhareshwar waterfall can be seen. Local belief is that Lord Parshuram laid the foundation of the temple. Many snakes can be seen in the cave but there has been no complaint of any devotees being bitten. This has resulted in the increased faith of the devotees. The Sahyadri Mountain ranges can be seen from the temple.
