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Kopineshwar Mandir located in Thane is amongst the most sacred temples in Maharashtra. It is devoted to the Hindu god Lord Shiva, he is also considered as the patron god of Thane. The temple is situated near the banks of Masunda Lake where the shivling was found.
The temple consists of two entrances, one entrance is located opposite Masunda Lake and the other is inside Jambli Naka Market. At the main entrance of the temple, you will be greeted by a huge sculpture of Lord Shiva’s Nandi Bull. The Shivling inside the temple is about 5 feet tall and 5 feet broad, it one of the largest Shivling in Maharashtra.
It is said that the Shivling grows every year and when it touches the roof of the temple pralay, end of the world, will take place. Hundreds of devotees visit the temple every year during Mahashivratri. The temple also consists of shrines dedicated to various Hindu deities like Brahma, Hanuman, Garuda, and Kali.