Lord Karthikeya Temple, Panchgani

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Sight Address : Lord Karthikeya Temple, Panchgani is located within the premises of the Rajpuri caves. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Lord Karthikeya temple is located at Rajapuri Caves in Panchgani. The temple is dedicated to Lord Karthikeya (Lord Muruga, Son of Lord Shiva). The temple premise is a calm and cool place and is best suited for people looking for serene environment for relaxation and meditation. The spiritual atmosphere adds impetus to relaxing moments.
Rajapuri caves got the religious importance due to this famous temple. Thaipooyam festival during January-February month is celebrated here with lots of enthusiasm. Thousands of devotees visit this temple during this period.

Lord Karthikeya Temple

HistoryEdit

The temple is dedicated to Lord Karthikeya (Lord Muruga, Son of Lord Shiva).

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Best Season to VisitEdit

The Best season to visit Panchgani is the winters and the onset of summers. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing. The best months to visit are September, October, November, January, February, March, April and May.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 minutes to 1 hour

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Cliff Inn Resort – Panchgani ; Near Sydney Point, Tal. Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Dist. Satara Maharashtra 412805 ; Ph/M – 02168 240 944 ; Food Serve – N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies is also easily available here to reach the sight.

BUS : The state road transport offers bus services from Mumbai, Pune to Panchgani. The bus fare is close to Rs. 300. One can also opt for a private tour operator, charges for which will depend on the kind of bus you are choosing Super fast, Deluxe, Luxury, Sleeper, etc.

Train : Pune Railway station, about 95 km away, is the major railway station near to Panchagani. Pune is well connected to all cities in India by rail. Pre-paid taxi services are available from Pune to Panchagani which costs about Rs 2500. Another railway station near to this hill station called Wathar but it is not well connected .

Air : The closest airport is at Pune, 98 kms from Panchgani. Pune is well connected to Mumbai, Goa and Bangalore through many well known airlines. After getting off at the Pune airport you can hire a taxi to Panchgani which will cost you about Rs 2000. Mumbai Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport is also closely located to Panchgani.

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Things to CarryEdit

• In the cool weather of the hilly city you have to be really audacious not to carry any warm clothes in your luggage. Even during summers do carry light woolens to be on the safer side.
• Carry camera.

Safety / WarningEdit

Be sure about your driving skills on the steep slopes of Panchgani. You will easily find hired motorbikes but do take care because the roads may actually turn out to be quite steep and it may be difficult for you to ride.
Keep mobile on silent mode inside the temple.