Whenever we visit a place, we of course want to bring home something as a memory from the place. Shirdi is a pilgrimage place so most of the things available here have a religious importance associated within. You can buy religious books, incense sticks, Sri Saibaba statue, shawls, and Prasada.
Religious books and Sri Saibaba idol
Sri Sai Satcharitra is a common book that people buy in Shirdi. It is a book in verses about the life events of Sri Saibaba. You can buy this book for yourself and to gift the close ones. You can also buy Sri Saibaba idol and incense sticks along with to complete the gift and your prayer collection.
Shawls
Shawls are the woolen fabrics useful during winters. People buy shawls for two purposes. One, to donate the beggars sitting around the temple premises. Two, for personal use. One can get some good quality of shawls here at a reasonable price.
Prasada
Boondi Ladoo is a common prasada in Shirdi. You can buy Boondi Ladoo for home as Prasad or just like a sweet dish. It is a common practice to share this prasada among family and friends after one’s visit to Shirdi. It can stay in shelf or refrigerator for weeks. You can also buy Boondi Ladoo from Shri Saibaba Sansthan.
Oranges
If you happen to visit Shirdi between September and January, you can take home cartons of oranges home. The oranges are grown in the orchards in the outskirts of the city and also imported from Nagpur, a neighbouring city. The oranges are exclusively sweet in the month of January.
Finger rings and Lockets
You can also buy finger rings and lockets with engraved Saibaba’s images and metal bracelets for yourself and people around as a souvenir.
On your tour, you can also book taxi in Shirdi for entire day and enjoy hassle free shopping and temple visit.
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