Pandharpur Vitthal Rukmini Temple, situated on the sacred banks of the Chandrabhaga River in the state of Maharashtra, is one of the sacred centers of pilgrimage dedicated to the worship of Lord Vitthal, a form of the supreme Lord Vishnu and the great Lord Krishna. This temple has immense spiritual significance, as it is the epicenter of the Bhakti Movement of western India. According to mythology, the temple has a strong connection to the great devotee Pundalik, whose dedicated services to his parents pleased the supreme Lord Vishnu, who appeared before the devotee standing on a brick offered by the latter, resulting in the uniqueness of the idol of the supreme Lord Vitthal standing with his hands on his waist, personifying the virtues of devotion, patience, and kindness.

Pandharpur has a long history as a spiritual center, thanks to the contributions of the likes of Sant Dnyaneshwar, Sant Tukaram, and Namdev, who spread the message of devotion through the performance of bhajans and abhangas, emphasizing the importance of equality and devotion without any social inhibitions. Millions of pilgrims visit the temple, especially on Ashadhi Ekadashi and Kartiki Ekadashi, when pilgrims undertake the famous Wari Yatra, covering long distances while chanting the name of the Lord. It is believed that a pilgrimage to the temple will help the pilgrims eliminate their negative karma, bringing them peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth, thus making it one of the most cherished pilgrimage centers in India.