India /Maharashtra /Kolhapur /Kolhapur

Sight Address : Sajja Kothi is located at Panhala, Maharashtra. Edit

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If you are interested in a bit of intrigue, visit the Sajja Kothi and listen to the story of how the Brave Warrior King Chhatrapati Shivaji made his escape from the Jaws of Death! Situated amidst lush greenery, the majestic Sajja Kothi offers a gorgeous view of the Waranna valley below. Sajja Kothi is a three-storied building built by the Mohammedans in 1008 AD. The building, which was actually a punishment cell, is a classic example of Mughal architecture. The chambers of the building are mute testimony to many a tragic tale. When you visit the fort, you will hear a very interesting anecdote associated with the monument. It is said that when Siddi Johar, a formidable Bijapur General attacked Panhala, Shivaji tricked the general by escaping from the window of Sajja Kothi while a brave soldier Shiva Kashid disguised himself as Shivaji and combated the fury of the general. It is the same place where Sambhaji was imprisoned by treacherous means. He plunged down into the deep valley and made his escape.

Sajja Kothi, Kolhapur

HistoryEdit

Sajja Kothi is a one-storey structure built by Ibrahim Adil Shah in 1500 CE.It is also built in the Bijapuri style. Sajja Kothi was constructed as a viewing pavilion looking over the valley below. The domed upper chambers have faceted pendentives with the balconies hanging over the ramparts of the fort. This is where Shivaji imprisoned his son, Sambhaji, when he threatened to defect to Aurangzeb.

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Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hrs.

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Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

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• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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India /Maharashtra /Kolhapur /Kolhapur

Sight Address : Sahyadri Mountain Range, Kolhapur 416212, India Edit

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Dajipur lies among thick forestation. It is located at the end of the Sahyadri mountain range. The end of the mountain range gives way to the flatlands of Karnataka in the south. To the west lies the coastal region of Konkan. The Dajipur Bison Sanctuary is located on the border of Kolhapur and the Sindhudurg districts. It is a beautiful spot and is placed near the backwaters of the Radhanagri dam. The place is so enchanting that it attracts visitors from far and near. Dijapur is a beautiful jungle resort with some very good landscapes. It is preponderantly broken and mountainous. The place has some dense forest which houses wild animals like bison, wild deer and chital. Some alien birds are also found here. The location of Djipur is such that it is completely reclusive from human habitation. This raises the exotic beauty of the place. A pleasure trip in the locality of the Gagangiri Maharaja’s Math creates a pleasing expedition. The jungle resort is a beautiful holiday escape, and is placed 1200 meters above sea level. The place is perfect for wildlife lovers. There is a marvelous trekking shack and it gives a very pleasant outing for relaxation. A visit to Dajipur makes one realize the unison and the cooperation in which nature works. Everything is dependent on everything else. The early mornings, with the cool breeze, accompanied with the sound of the birds, followed by animal droppings, and pug marks makes one feel as if it is heaven on earth. A visit to the jungle is a cool experience.

Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary (Bison Sanctuary) is a wildlife sanctuary located in Radhanagari Taluka of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra state India. It lies at the southern end of the Sahyadri hills in the Western Ghats. It is notable as the first declared wildlife sanctuary in Maharashtra, notified in 1958, as Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary and is popularly known as the “Bison Sanctuary”.In 1958 an area of 19.61 km2 (7.57 sq mi) was declared as Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary. In 1985 the Government of Maharashtra expanded the sanctuary by declaring additional areas of forest including the catchment basins of the two major reservoirs: Kalammawadi Reservoir (also called Rajarshi Shahu Sagar Reservoir) and Radhanagari Dam & Reservoir (also called Laxmi Sagar Reservoir) as Radhanagari wildlife sanctuary.

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Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hrs.

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Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit0

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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Sight Address : Jyotiba Temple is just 17 kms northwest of the main city of Kolhapur. Edit

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Jyotiba Temple  After defeating Kolhasur & other devils; the goddess of health, wealth & prosperity Mahalaxmi (Ambabai) decided to settle in Kolhapur (Karveer). For the complete defense of her empire, she appointed four guards at the four sides of Kolhapur (Karveer). Among these four guards; the most important is Jotiba; to whom Mahalaxmi (Ambabai) appointed at the northern side. Jotiba is even known as Kedareshwar. The almighty; God Jotiba; is the king of southern region; thus known as “Dakkahancha Raja”. In this website; we are going to try our best to publish maximum possible information about Jotiba. The references are from Kedarvijay, Laxmivijay, Karveermahatmya etc. famous & the most authentic literatures available today. Every year on Chaitra Shuddha 11 th i.e. on the occasion of “Ekadashi” thousands of devotees gather on Jotiba hill. They celebrate their joy of visiting god Jotiba by dancing with the huge sticks; known as Sasankathi. During these days after worshiping god Jotiba; and after looking his royal grace; the joy of all the devotees is very hard to describe in words. At least once in your life; you must experience the satisfaction behind visiting Jotiba temple at Wadi Ratnagiri.

Jyotiba Temple

HistoryEdit

Jyotiba Temple was constructed by Navajisaya in 1730 and is dedicated to Lord Jyotiba. Jyotiba is considered to be an incarnation of three main gods, Mahesh, Vishnu and Brahma. According to Indian Mythology, Jyotiba is believed to have helped Mahalaxmi to fight against Ratnasur, who was a demon. Tourists prefer to visit this temple during the large fair that is held in the full moon days of Vaishakh and Chaitra every year. Jyotiba Temple is situated at a distance of 17 km from Kolhapur and is located at an elevation of 3,100 ft above sea level in Wadi Ratnagiri.

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Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minumum 30 minutes.

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Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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India /Maharashtra /Kolhapur /Kolhapur

Sight Address : Panhala Fort is is located in Panhala, 20 kilometres northwest of Kolhapur, Radhanagari Road,, Kolhapur, Maharashtra  416012.Edit

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Panhala fort (also known as Panhalgad, Pahalla and Panalla (literally “the home of serpents”), is located in Panhala, 20 kilometres northwest of Kolhapur in Maharashtra, India. It is strategically located looking over a pass in the Sahyadri mountain range which was a major trade route from Bijapur in the interior of Maharashtra to the coastal areas. Due to its strategic location, it was the centre of several skirmishes in the Deccan involving the Marathas, the Mughals and the British East India Company, the most notable being the Battle of Pavan Khind. Here, the queen regent of Kolhapur, Tarabai, spent her formative years. Several parts of the fort and the structures within are still intact.

Panhala Fort

HistoryEdit

Panhala fort was built between 1178 and 1209 CE, one of 15 forts (others including Bavda, Bhudargad, Satara, and Vishalgad) built by the Shilahara ruler Bhoja II. A copper plate found in Satara shows that Raja Bhoja held court at Panhala from 1191–1192 CE. About 1209–10, Bhoja Raja was defeated by Singhana (1209–1247), the most powerful of the Devgiri Yadavas, and the fort subsequently passed into the hands of the Yadavas. Apparently it was not well looked after and it passed through several local chiefs. In 1376 inscriptions record the settlement of Nabhapur to the south-east of the fort. It was an outpost of the Bahamanis of Bidar. Mahmud Gawan, an influential prime minister, encamped here during the rainy season of 1469. On the establishment of the Adil Shahi dynasty of Bijapur in 1489, Panhala came under Bijapur and was fortified extensively. They built the strong ramparts and gateways of the fort which, according to tradition, took a hundred years to build. Numerous inscriptions in the fort refer to the reign of Ibrahim Adil Shah, probably Ibrahim I (1534–1557).

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hrs.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. :  Rs 5

Kids Rs. :  Rs 5

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. :  Rs 5

Kids Rs. :  Rs 5

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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Mahalaxmi Temple

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Panhala Fort

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India /Maharashtra /Kolhapur /Kolhapur

Sight Address : Rankala Lake is located Near structure of Nandi, Kolhapur, India Edit

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Rankala Lake is a serene lake located perfectly in a picturesque backdrop in Kolhapur. Local populace believes that the lake is directly linked to a well in the Fort of Panhala. The lake was constructed by the Kolhapur Chathrapatis (Emperors). This historical lake has a temple nearby with a mammoth structure of Nandi, the chariot of Lord Shiva. Presently this is a favorite location for the local people to spend their evenings and weekends. The Padpath Udyan recently constructed by the local authorities offer good facilities for lake side walk and view. The lake is famous for boating and also the lake shore offers horse riding facilities.

Rankala Lake

HistoryEdit

Prior to the 8th century this historical place was just a stone quarry. In the earthquake which took place sometime in 9th century some natural structural change took place in the quarry. Water started accumulating in this quarry due to opening of an underground source. This accumulated water is today’s famous Rankala Lake. This historic lake has a temple with very big Nandi. As per Hindu mythology Lord Shiva uses Nandi for traveling. It is believed that this idol of Nandi moves about a distance of a single wheat grain towards the lake and back about a distance of single rice grain daily. It is also said that when this idol reaches the lake the whole world will be destroyed. Sandhya Math was built on the banks of this lake. Towards the north side of this lake there is “Shalani Palace” and towards north-east “Padmaraje Garden” makes the scene of this lake enchanting. Recently for development of tourism, South-East bank the lake has been developed into a pathway, park and sit-outs. This historical lake has a temple nearby with a mammoth structure of Nandi, the chariot of Lord Shiva. Legend has it that a golden temple is submerged under the temple of Rankabhairav.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hrs.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

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• Darbar Restaurant ;  C/O Shalini Palace Hotel A Ward, Infront Of Rankala Lake, Rankala, Kolhapur – 416010 ; Ph/M –
  (0231) 2630401, 2630402, 2630403, 2630404 ; Food Serve –  Cuisines: Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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Sight Address : Siddhagiri Museum is located at Kaneri Wadi, Kolhapur, India.Edit

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Siddhagiri Gramjivan Wax Museum (Kaneri Math) at Kaneri, near Kolhapur, Maharashtra, is a wax museum. The full name is Siddhagiri Gramjivan (Village life) Museum. It is situated at Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math.This museum showcases different aspects of Gramjivan (village life). ‘Gram’ means ‘village’ and ‘jivan’ means ‘life’ in Marathi language. This initiative was dream project of Mahatma Gandhi, visually and symbolically created through the vision and efforts of Siddhagiri Gurukul Foundation Trust. The history of self-sufficient village life before invasion of Mughals in Maharshtra is depicted here in the form of cement sculptures. Each sculpture is lifelike and has a multi dimensional effect and lifestyle theme. There were 12 ALUTEDARS (12 main profession-based castes i.e. Professions performed from generation to generations by families) and 18 BALUTEDARS, who provided equipments to all villagers to fulfill their day-to-day necessities (domestic as well as professional). The museum is spread over 7 acres (28,000 m2) area and has almost 80 scenes which showcase more than 300 statues. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and is surrounded with lush greenery. Every aspect of village life has been depicted in this museum. It is a perfect blend of fact, powerful imagination and enormous hard work in getting the lifelike expressions of the whole village.

Siddhagiri Museum

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hrs.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

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Guide Required : No Edit

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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Mahalaxmi Temple

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Panhala Fort

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Sight Address : Mahalaxmi Temple is situated at Shivaji Peth, Kolhapur, Maharashtra.Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mahalaxmi Temple  temple had been under the patronage of all the major dynasties who ruled the region and temple is revered by all the royal family members as well as populace of the region. The temple was constructed during the reign of King Karandev of Chalukya dynasty in 7th century AD. The temple is a marvelous example of architectural style known as ‘Hemandpanthi’ in ancient India. The walls of the temple complex are adorned with exquisite carvings and many sculptures. The temple complex consists of five towers and a main hall. The idol of Mahalaxmi is very unique, weighing 40 kg, made as a monolithic structure embedded with precious stones and diamonds. The temple witnesses a heavy inflow of devotees on all occasions. Major festivals celebrated here with much enthusiasm and festivities are Kiranotsav, celebrated for three days from January 31 every year and Navarathri during October.

Mahalaxmi Temple

HistoryEdit

The city is referred to in many Puranas, 500 years back. Research guesses that it was in existence in the times of Parashuram. The time is.considered parallel to that of Mata peeth (Mahurgad), Sapta Shringi (Nasik) and Bhavani Peetha, in the Ramayana times. Karveer washes off great sins. There are many ancient, rich temples, holy places and gardens. There is evidence to show that the Konkan king Kamadeo, Chalukya, Shilahar, Yadav dynasties visited this city. Adya Shankaracharya also visited. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj & Sambhaji reigned. The idol of Mahalaxmi is made of jewel – stone, approximately weighing 40 kg. The size is like Salunki. Sand & diamond are found in it. It stands on a stony stage with a lion behind it. In the middle there is natural lotus. It is four-handed, having Vetak, shield, Mhalung & Water-Pot. There is crown on the head and a snake holds shade. In 109 A. D. Karnadeo cut off the jungle and brought the temple to light. The existence goes back to 8 th century, according to Dr. Bhandarkar & Mr. Khare. In the 8 th century, the temple sank down due to earth­quake. In the 9 th century Gandavadix (King) extended the temple by building Mahakali Mandir. During 1178 -1209, in the reigo of Raja Jaysing & Sindhava, South gate & Atibaleshwar Temple were built. In 1218 Yadav king Tolum built Mahadwar, and offered jewels to Devi. Further, Shilahar built Maha Sarasvati Mandir. He being a gain, got 64 idols carved. It is possible that new idol called Padmavati was installed at that time. Further, in Chalukya times, Ganapati before the temple was installed. It seems that the original temple was of the Hindus. In the 13 th century, Shankaracharya built Nagar Khana & Office, Deepmalas.

Must SeeEdit

Must see.

Visiting TimeEdit

5 a.m.- 10.30 p.m.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter season in Kolhapur prevails from November to February. It is the best time to visit Kolhapur as the weather becomes extremely pleasurable at this time. The temperature in the season lies between 14 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening , Night.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minumum 30 minutes.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Hotel Padma ;  Near Dhairyaprasad Hall | Circuit House Road Tarabai Park, Kolhapur 416003, India ; Ph/M –  0231-6517347 ; Food Serve –  Cuisines: Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is Well connected by road and easily accessible by taxi or Loacal transport.

Bus : Kolhapur is situated on the Pune – Bangalore National Highway No. 4. There are State Transport buses regularly from Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji, Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara, Sawantwadi, Solapur and several other places. The Kolhapur Municipal Transport service operates in the city, suburbs and nearby villages.

Train : The Kolhapur railway station, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus, is connected with many cities in India including Mumbai (Mahalaxmi Exp), Pune (Maharashtra Exp), Bangalore (Ranichennama Ex) and Ahmedabad (Ahmedabad Exp). Direct trains are available from Kolhapur to Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) as well. From railway station easily reach to the place by local transport.

Air : Kolhapur has a domestic Airport at Ujlaiwadi which is connected to Mumbai International airport. Airport is located at a distance of 13 km from heart of the Kolhapur city. Cab charges about Rs 300 from airport to the city. Mumbai International airport is the major airport nearby, which is at a distance of nearly 379 km. Kolhapur Airport is Functional since last four years with a daily AIR DECCAN Flight to and fro Mumbai departing Mumbai at 09:15 reaching Kolhapur at 10:20. Departing Kolhapur 10:40 & Reaching Mumbai 01:40 Apart from this daily schedule flights, the airport also has a traffic of quite a few private flights. For More information: Ph no. 0231-2677452 / 2677453 / 2659974

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room – 100/2662433
• Panchaganga Hospital – 102/2525768
• Tararani Main Fire Station – 101/656221

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India /Maharashtra /Satara /Maan

Gondavale is 64 km from Satara. It is in Maan taluka. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Gondavale is a samadhi place of Shri Brahma Chaitanya Gondavalekar Maharaj. Gondavale is a very famous pilgrimage place. It gets crowd on every pournima and at the time of Shri Raamnavmi, Gurupournima, Gokulashtami, Daasnavmi.Gondavale is famous for Gondavalekar Maharaj math. Gondavalekar Maharaj was devotee of the god Rama. He spent a lifetime teaching the importance of peace. He showed path of devotion of god Rama to thousands of devotees. He taught a Mantara to people “Shri Ram Jay Ram Jay Jay Ram”. There are lots of temples in Gondavale some of them are shri Aaisaheba’s Temple, shri Appa maharaj samadhi, Thorale Ram mandir, Dhakate Ram mandir, Datt mandir, Hanuman mandir etc.

HistoryEdit

Gondavale (also spelled as Gondawale) Budruk, Taluka Maan, District Satara. Shri Brahma Chaitanya (Gondavalekar Maharaj), (Devnagari, श्री ब्रह्मचैतन्य गोंदावलेकर महाराज) born on ‘Maagha Shuddha Dwadashi’ (माघ शु. द्वादशी) (Refer to Hindu Calendar for details of Shuddha and Dwadashi) of ‘Shake 1766’ (शके १७६६) (Refer to Shalivahana calendar for details of shake) (Year 1845 A.D.) in Gondavale Budruk, District Satara.

Must SeeEdit

Popular.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Transfer taxi services is useful for the travellers who wants only pickups and drops facility means transfer from one Satara place to another like airport pickups and drops, railway station pickups and drops, bus stand pickups and drops and hotels pickups and drops.

Bus : Satara is well connected to all nearby towns through buses, and frequent buses will be available to the towns and cities of Pune, Mumbai, Raigad, Khandala, Guhagar, Chiplun, Baramati, Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani. Both semi deluxe buses and deluxe buses will be available to Satara and important cities like Mumbai and Pune will even have air conditioned coaches that ply to Satara. Bus fares for the normal class of travel will range around Rs 150-200 from the nearby locations within the state.

Train : Satara itself has train stations and is well connected to the rest of country through railways.Satara has a railway station that is fairly active, and many trains that run from the neighbouring state of Karnataka pass through this railway station. You can opt for trains from Bangalore and Mysore that pass through Satara and reach Dadar, Gandhidham, Ajmer and Jodhpur. These trains will charge around Rs 350 for the basic class of travel and Rs 1200 for AC First Class. Day trains will also cost you around Rs 350.

Air : Satara does not have its own airport but the nearest airport of the region is Pune located at a distance of 110 km.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry bottle of drinking water.
• Take your necessary medications and keep extra stock with you in case of emergency.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Do not carry heavy or very large suitcases.
• Don’t hand over your luggage to any unknown person.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room : 100/ 02162-230580
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

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India /Maharashtra /Satara /Khatav

Kuroli (Siddheshwar) , satara, maharashtra , India.Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kuroli (Siddheshwar), a large village of about 10,000 population, is in Khatav Taluka of Satara district in Maharashtra (India). Kuroli is situated east of Pune Bengalore National Highway No. 4, at a distance of 50 Kms. from Satara proper. Kuroli is also approachable from Vaduj(Tal. Khatav) which is situated on Satara Solapur State highway.

Siddheshwar Shivling, Kuroli,Satara

HistoryEdit

Kuroli is well conected by MSRTC buses from Satara and Koregaon. The temple of Brahma Chaitanya Maharaj is in east, while in south the famous temple of Yamai Devi is situated in old Aundha State. Khatav, Pusegaon towns are located in North West direction of Kuroli.

Must SeeEdit

Popular.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Transfer taxi services is useful for the travellers who wants only pickups and drops facility means transfer from one Satara place to another like airport pickups and drops, railway station pickups and drops, bus stand pickups and drops and hotels pickups and drops.

Bus : Satara is well connected to all nearby towns through buses, and frequent buses will be available to the towns and cities of Pune, Mumbai, Raigad, Khandala, Guhagar, Chiplun, Baramati, Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani. Both semi deluxe buses and deluxe buses will be available to Satara and important cities like Mumbai and Pune will even have air conditioned coaches that ply to Satara. Bus fares for the normal class of travel will range around Rs 150-200 from the nearby locations within the state.

Train : Satara itself has train stations and is well connected to the rest of country through railways.Satara has a railway station that is fairly active, and many trains that run from the neighbouring state of Karnataka pass through this railway station. You can opt for trains from Bangalore and Mysore that pass through Satara and reach Dadar, Gandhidham, Ajmer and Jodhpur. These trains will charge around Rs 350 for the basic class of travel and Rs 1200 for AC First Class. Day trains will also cost you around Rs 350.

Air : Satara does not have its own airport but the nearest airport of the region is Pune located at a distance of 110 km.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry bottle of drinking water.
• Take your necessary medications and keep extra stock with you in case of emergency.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Do not carry heavy or very large suitcases.
• Don’t hand over your luggage to any unknown person.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room : 100/ 02162-230580
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

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Kaas Plateau

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Koyna Dam

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Kaas Lake

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India /Maharashtra /Satara /Koregaon

Kahnerkhed (Koregaon),is situated 7 Km in south of Koregaon going towards Rahimatpur in Satara Distict. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kanherkhed has current population 3500, the ratio of youth is also noticeable. Apart from rich historical identity Kanherkhed is leading village in Koregaon taluka, one of the highest sugarcane producer which is important supplier for the 5-6 cooperative sugar factories, also fine cooperative society in taluka. The people of Kanherkhed are simple, now to cope up with the challenges of today world are implementing new changes into farming system also encouraging the children’s for professional education.

HistoryEdit

Kanherkhed is famously known as village of “Scindia dynasty of Gwalior ”, Ranoji Shinde was Patil of Kanherkhed. Kanherkhed is having long history of sacrifice; there were many warriors from the village who fought in the great war of Panipat. There are 2 monuments which always remember memory of those martyrs of Panipat, this is the unique in its own kind of monument. The name Kanherkhed could have come from name “Kanhereshwar” the lord Shiva or from the “Kanheri devi” which is the goddess people worship. The members of the Scindia family still come to worship the both gods when there is any family ritual.

Must SeeEdit

Popular.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 Hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Transfer taxi services is useful for the travellers who wants only pickups and drops facility means transfer from one Satara place to another like airport pickups and drops, railway station pickups and drops, bus stand pickups and drops and hotels pickups and drops.

Bus : Satara is well connected to all nearby towns through buses, and frequent buses will be available to the towns and cities of Pune, Mumbai, Raigad, Khandala, Guhagar, Chiplun, Baramati, Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani. Both semi deluxe buses and deluxe buses will be available to Satara and important cities like Mumbai and Pune will even have air conditioned coaches that ply to Satara. Bus fares for the normal class of travel will range around Rs 150-200 from the nearby locations within the state.

Train : Satara itself has train stations and is well connected to the rest of country through railways.Satara has a railway station that is fairly active, and many trains that run from the neighbouring state of Karnataka pass through this railway station. You can opt for trains from Bangalore and Mysore that pass through Satara and reach Dadar, Gandhidham, Ajmer and Jodhpur. These trains will charge around Rs 350 for the basic class of travel and Rs 1200 for AC First Class. Day trains will also cost you around Rs 350.

Air : Satara does not have its own airport but the nearest airport of the region is Pune located at a distance of 110 km.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry bottle of drinking water.
• Take your necessary medications and keep extra stock with you in case of emergency.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Do not carry heavy or very large suitcases.
• Don’t hand over your luggage to any unknown person.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room : 100/ 02162-230580
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Satara... Click Here

Kaas Plateau

Details

Koyna Dam

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Kaas Lake

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