Shri Vitthal Hindu Mandir

What a beautiful experience it was to be here in this Mandir on Aashadhi Ekadashi. Its very well maintained and management is really awesome. Its feels peaceful to be here and you feels like we are in India. Just a homely feeling. Its a bit inside for people travelling via public transport but yes Google navigates you correctly and hardly 600 meters from near by bus stop.

We visited Shri Vitthal Hindu Mandir on Ashadi Ekadashi.I was happy to see the crowd of Marathi people coming from different cities just to have a darshan. The place is holy. They have idols of many gods over here. They have many pictures of all gods from all religions. The place was maintained beautifully. As people do fasting on Ashadi Ekadashi, the temple provided sabudana khichadi, milk, barfi and sonpapdi as Prasad to the devotees. Overall it was a great experience visiting here.

First of all finding Vitthal Mandir in Canada is a blessing in itself. Very very peaceful place for a visit. It is a small temple but you will be able to find almost everything here.

This is going to be a place for my regular visits. Added some videos for information.

How did Krishna become Vitthala?

Vitthala Mauli, also known as Panduranga, is a deity regarded to be a manifestation of Bhagwan Vishnu. He is predominantly revered in Maharashtra, particularly in the localities of Pandharpur and Solapur.

Bhagwan Vitthala Mauli is frequently shown as a dark-skinned woman with a beaming countenance who is decked out in jewels, a crown, and a tulsi-leaf garland He is frequently shown standing on a brick, his hands resting on his waist. His wife, Rukmini, is seen with him.

The Vitthala Rukmini Temple, a temple honoring prabhu in Pandharpur, Maharashtra, is a significant destination for pilgrims. Particularly during the yearly festival known as Ashadi Ekadashi, which is celebrated with great fervor, the temple draws a sizable number of people.

What is the legend of Vitthala Mauli?

The folklore of Hinduism is the foundation of the Vitthala Mauli narrative. The narrative most often connected with Vitthala Mauli centers on his follower Pundalik.

Legend has it that Pundalik was a loyal and religious Brahmin who resided with his elderly parents close to the holy town of Pandharpur. Pundalik was so devoted to his parents that he would frequently put his own needs aside to serve them day and night.

By noticing pundalika’s devotion to his parents, Shri Krishna was highly impressed and couldn’t resist Himself from meeting Pundalik. Lord Shri Krishna appeared in Pundalik’s house, but Pundalik’s didn’t pay heed to Shri Krishna because he was busy serving his parents who were ill due to their old age.

Pundalik just threw a brick lying nearby towards Shri Krishna for sitting or standing as a formality and asked him to wait there till he got free. When Prabhu reveled himself, Pundalik was overwhelmed with regret at having lost the chance to serve the prabhu.

He requested him to stay on Earth and bless any future devotees who came to see him in exchange for their pardon. Shri Krishna is believed to be standing as Vittala there for as many as 28 Yuga (eras) just for His true devotees.

Jai Shri Vittala 🚩
Illustraion Credit: Piyush Pore

All gods under one roof. Love this place. Opening hours and no rush.

Nice Hindu Temple in Mississauga. It was closed at afternoons. Nice car parking lots available.

Very peaceful n spiritual place...beautiful shiridi statue there.

The best one in Mississauga people and so humble and friendly will give you feel like our own family.

This temple is an experience. It offers divinity, and I always feel the power as I visit the temple.
Besides the "देवाचा सुगंध" this place offers nostalgia. Looking at the pictures of all the deities and महापुरुष, you are taken back to the times back home- पसायदान, स्वातंत्र्यवीर सावरकर, सर्व संत, गुरुजी, and all the photos and charts keep you connected to the roots. And is a reminder that we came this far- to create an identity, but with a specific identity already- that was developed with the blessings of all of them and our grandparents and parents who kept them alive though stories and teachings... 😇🙏

Hidden gem- quiet place to meditate and step out feeling spiritually powerful

Visited this place and felt great being here. It truly felt to have a temple vibe like a "math". The collection of spiritual and life lessons from acceptance of alll religions make this a truly wholistic experience. The fact that there is no commercial aspect to the faith here, makes it a whole different experience.

Found my spot for a temple here in Toronto.

Nice peaceful place to visit Shri Vitthal Rukhmai, and Shirdi Sai Baba. The place is voluntarily run and friendly people here offer Pooja and aarti on their own. New to this place, so I could be wrong in my observation though.

You find the peace in there❤

I go there couple of times per year. I live an hour away else I go more often. Very nice people managing the temple. Temple has many photos on the wall paying respect to other religions also.

A must visit place for each and every religious occasion. Also, a great place to volunteer and learn about local community.

In case of your career guidance issues: you will always find a helping voice over here.

so happy to have found this place. they cater to everyone's needs. if you believe in a deity, there's a massive chance they have it. it's a cute little place that is in the neighborhood and perfect for getting away from the hustle.

It is the most calming experience. Does anyone know when aarti happens in this temple?

Peaceful
Lots of positive energy

Beautiful, clean and a peaceful place to visit. Enough free parking. I love visiting this temple. Its just cute and I connect with the vibes.

One of the most peaceful place you could be in. The temple is well managed and beautiful.