Latur

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The city of Latur is a well known tourist destination in the state of Maharashtra. Its many places of attraction make this city a tourist stronghold in the region of southern Maharashtra, in the Latur district. While in Latur, you can pay a visit to the Siddheshwar and Ratneshwar temple that is located at a distance of around two kilometres from the city. Constructed by King Tamradwaj, this temple is popular among pilgrims and is a must visit location for architecture buffs. You can also visit the , which is a circular structure located bang in the middle of the city. This circular structure has a temple that is dedicated to the Goddess Ambabai. This circular structure is connected to around sixteen roads in the city. While in Latur, you can also visit the that are located at a distance of forty five kilometres from the city. There are many sculptures that are housed in these caves, and some of them are carved out figurines of Shiva, Parvati, Ravan, and Narasimha. Another important must visit place is Ausa, which is located at a distance of twenty kilometres from the city of Latur. This region houses a very ancient fort, also called as the Ausa fort, which, lies in ruins now. Ausa also houses a very old temple built by Mallinath Maharaja for his father Virnath Maharaja. The city of Latur is located around 636 meters above sea level, and for this reason, winters in Latur are quite cold. This is the best time to visit the town of Latur as temperatures will be at their peak during the summer months. Summers in the city of Latur are hot and dry and the monsoon brings along moderate rainfall.

Latur Jagdamba Mandir

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 413512

STD Code: 2382

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit: Oct – Mar

HistoryEdit

Latur is a city in Marathwada region in the Maharashtra stateThis city has a historical background. King ‘Amoghvarsha’ of Rashtrakutas developed this city, originally the native place of the Rashtrlace of the city. The town planner Shri Faiyajuddin prepared the plan for the ‘Ganjgolai Chowk’. The main building of the Golai is a huge two-storeyed structure which was constructed around the year 1917. In the middle of the circular structure is the temple of Goddess Ambabai. Latur has a long history which probably dates to the Rashtrakuta period. The first Rashtrakuta king Dantidurga was from Lattalur, probably the ancient name for Latur. Anecdotally, Ratnapur is also mentioned as a name for Latur.

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Latur Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : There are regular flights from other major cities of the country to Latur.

By Train : The city of Latur houses a major railway station that has direct trains to many locations. Direct trains to the city of Latur start from Mumbai, Pune, Nanded, Pundharpur, Hyderabad, and Usmanabad. There are also many trains that pass through the railway station in Latur, from the cities of Nasik, Parbhani and Nizamabad. Train fares will range between Rs 150 to 250 for travel within the state.

By Bus : You can easily get regular buses to Latur from other major cities of the country.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Manas ; Opposite Dayanand College, Barshi Road, Deep Jyoti Nagar, Latur, Maharashtra 413531 ; Ph – 02382 221 245 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Parking, 24-Hour Security.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Parth Executive ; Sawe Wadi, Latur, Maharashtra 413531 ; Ph – 02382 228 252 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Indraprastha ; Hanuman Chowk, Main Road, Ganj Golai, Latur, Maharashtra 413512
; Ph – 02382 245 359 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Anjni International ; Near Shivaji Chowk Police Station,, Ambejogai Road, Deep Jyoti Nagar, Latur, Maharashtra 413512 ; Ph – 02382 253 216 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.

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Guru Hotel Lodging and Bar Restaurant ; Bhandhkam Bhavan Ring Road Latur, National Highway 204, Pragati Nagar, Latur, Maharashtra 413512 ; M – 02382 226 250 ; Food Serve : Indian

Hotel Grand International ; MIDC, SH 77, Maharashtra State Highway 145, MIDC, Latur, Maharashtra 413531 ; M – 02382 220 111 ; Food Serve : Indian

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Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

Akash Restaurant & Bar ; C/O Hotel Akash, Above Pune Janata Co Operative Bank, Chainsukh Road, Latur HO, Latur – 413512 ; Ph/M: (02382) 249532 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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