Sri Kanakaditya Temple

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Sri Kanakaditya Temple is located in village Kasheli, Tal. Rajapur, Ratnagiri, India. Edit

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Sri Kanakaditya Temple There are only few temples of God Sun. Hindu philosophers and believers consider Sun as a God. There is an ancient Sun temple at Prabhas Pattan near Veraval in Sourashtra region. Kasheli, a very small village in Rajapur Taluka of Ratnagiri district, is the prime attraction for devotees due to a famous and ancient temple of Sri. Kanakaditya (Name of Sun God). Kasheli is at a distance of approximately 30 kms from Ratnagiri. The temple is having a bright historical background. The deity of God Aditya (one of the names of God Sun) was brought from Prabhas Pattan Sun temple before 800 years. Prabhas Pattan is Lord Krishna’s place. Sri. Kanakaditya is very famous spiritual place from Ratnagiri district. Many devotees from all over India are visiting the temple every year. The temple trustees are celebrating five days festival of Ratha-saptami every year. Many spiritual programs like Kirtan, Pravachan, Aarati, Palakhi etc are organized during the festival period.

Shri Kanakaditya Temple

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October to March.

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Minimum 30 minutes.

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Taxi : There are many private taxi operators in Ratnagiri. They are usually available from taxi stands that are located across the town. Taxis can also be booked through the hotels. Taxis are a good option to get around as they are comfortable and safe.

BUS : Regular bus services are available from many cities in Maharastra to Ratnagiri. State owned and private buses ply from Ratnagiri to many cities in and around. Evening trips of tourist luxury buses are available from Mumbai to Ratnagiri. The bus charge is about Rs 1,500.

Train : Ratnagiri station is one of the most important stations on the Konkan Railway. The nearest railway junctions are Pune and Kolhapur on the central railway. The Ratnagiri railway station is situated at a distance of 6 km from Ratnagiri city on NH-204. Nearly every train running on Konkan Railway stops at Ratnagiri Station. Travelers who are arriving by train can hire taxis or auto rickshaws from the railway station to the city.

Air : Ratnagiri airport is well connected from all major cities and towns. There are regular flights from Pune, Mumbai and all major cities as well. Tourists from here will get various flights to reach the place comfortably. The airport is located at a distance of 12km far from the main city. Tourists can take taxi or cab to reach Ratnagiri city comfortably.

Others : Auto Rickshaw : These can be found all over town and they are a good option. They may not be metered and the prices have to be negotiated before boarding. Special night fares also apply.