नांदेड येथील होळी भागात असलेले प्राचीन श्रीरामाचे मंदिर हे सरदेशपांडे सरकार नांदेड यांच्या भव्य हवेलीचाच एक भाग आहे. इसवी सन १७ व्या शतकामध्ये कै. मुकुंद सीतारामपंत सरदेशपांडे यांनी या मंदिराची निर्मिती केली असा इतिहास सांगतो. कै.
मुकुंदराव यांना स्वप्न दृष्टांताद्वारे श्री प्रभू रामचंद्र यांनी त्यांच्या घरी निवासास येण्याची इच्छा व्यक्त केली. त्यानुसार कै. मुकुंदराव सरदेशपांडे यांनी हेमाडपंथी पद
्धतीचे दगडी खांबावर आधारित मंदिरही उभारले आणि मूर्तीची प्रतिष्ठापना केली. सदरील मूर्ती ही ' वामांकारूढसीता ' असून गंडकी शिळा (काळ्या पाषाणाची ) आहे. श्रीराम मंदिराच्या मूर्ती समोर श्री दास मारुतीची पण स्थापना केलेली आहे. सरदेशपांडे यांच्या घराण्यातच कैलासवासी विठ्ठलराव सरदेशपांडे उर्फ प. पू. स्वामी सच्चिदानंद तीर्थ यांनी श्रीराम जय राम जय जय राम या त्रयोदशीक्षरांचे अनुष्ठान प्राप्त करून श्रीरामाचे सगुण दर्शन प्राप्त करून घेतले होते. त्यांच्याच तपोबलाने या मंदिरात प्रभू श्रीरामाचे कायम वास्तव्य असते अशी सरदेशपांडे कुटुंबीयांची विनम्र भावना आहे.
सरदेशपांडे कुटुंबियांकडुन मंदिरात दरवर्षी चैत्र शुद्ध प्रतिपदा (गुढीपाडवा) ते चैत्र शुद्ध दशमी पर्यंत श्रीराम जन्मोत्सव मोठ्या उत्साहाने साजरा केला जातो. या दरम्यान कीर्तन, प्रवचन, संगीत तसेच व्याख्यान असे विविध धार्मिक कार्यक्रम केले जातात.
आणि या परंपरेचे सरदेशपांडे कुटुंबियांकडुन निष्ठेने पालन केले जाते. The temple is a part of the grand mansion of Sardeshpande Sarkar, which was built in the 17th century AD by Late Mukund Sitarampant Sardeshpande. History says that Shri Prabhu Ramachandra expressed his desire to stay at Mukundarao Sardeshpande's house through a dream vision. After this, Mukundarao Sardeshpande built a temple based on stone pillars in the Hemadpanthi style and installed an idol made of Gandaki Shila (black stone). The idol is known as 'Vamankarudhsita.'(Idol of Ram and Sita) Shri Das Maruti is also installed in front of the idol of Shri Ram temple. The Sardeshpande family has a strong belief that Lord Shri Ram permanently resides in this temple due to their tapobala (austerity). Late Vitthalrao Sardeshpande, also known as Holiness Swami Satchidananda Tirtha, had obtained the Saguna Darshan of Shri Ram by performing the ritual of the Trayodashakshar of Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram. Shri Ram Janmotsav is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year by the Sardeshpande family in the temple. In addition, many other religious programs are performed, and the tradition is faithfully followed. The temple has become a symbol of religious harmony, and people from different parts of the country visit the temple to seek the blessings of Lord Shri Ram. The Shri Ram temple is an excellent example of the Hemadpanthi style of architecture. Hemadpanthi style of architecture originated in the Deccan region during the 13th century AD. This style is characterized by the use of stone pillars, intricate carvings, and elaborate designs. The Shri Ram temple in Nanded is an excellent example of this style of architecture, and it is a significant cultural heritage site. The temple has stood the test of time and has survived for several centuries. It has become an essential part of the local community's religious and cultural heritage. The Sardeshpande family has played a significant role in maintaining the temple's integrity and preserving its rich history. They have also contributed to the temple's upkeep and renovation over the years. In conclusion, the ancient Shri Ram temple in the Holi area of Nanded is a testament to India's rich cultural and religious heritage. The temple's history is closely tied to the Sardeshpande family, who have played a significant role in its construction, preservation, and maintenance. The temple has become an important pilgrimage site for devotees of Lord Shri Ram, and it is a symbol of religious harmony and cultural diversity. Its Hemadpanthi style of architecture is an excellent example of the unique architectural heritage of the Deccan region. The Shri Ram temple in Nanded is undoubtedly a cultural treasure that should be preserved and cherished for generations to come. Youtube:- https://www.youtube.com/
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