Kolhapur , Maharashtra
About Kolhapur
Kolhapur or Kolahpur is the cultural and religious pride of Maharashtra. The city is also known as the gateway of Kokan.Geographically, the city is nestled in the lap of Shayadari mountains and on the banks of the river Panchganaga. Kolhapur, known as 'Dakshin Kashi' is one of the most prosperous and joyous city of India in Southern Maharashtra in Western Ghats. The city is a mix of arts, aristocracy and civility. A tradition of heroism combined with a culture filled with spiritualism, education and modernism. Kolhapur has a rich history and has lived through the regime of various rulers.
The city is also known as the city of gardens and palaces and is famous for the Mahalaxmi temple. Chhatrapati Tarabai was the founder of this princely state. Though the state flourished under the regime of Rajarshi ShahuChhatrapati Maharaj and Rajaram Chhatrapati Maharaj. Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj's reign lent a progressive spirit to the city and he extended his support to painting, sculpture, theatre, films, music, wrestling and crafts. Kolhapur with its countless shades emerges as a city with a versatile personality and a chic cultural, historical and legendary past. The city is a home to some the country’s ancient text such as Padmapurana and the Skandapurana. The city has an influence of both Hindu and Muslim cultures. The Hindu era lasted till 1347, which was followed by the Muslim rule from 1347-1700.The city of Kolaphur is famous for Jaggery and Kolaphuri Chappals.The mouth watering Misal and Rassa are a food lover's delight.
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Shri Amba Bai Temple, Kolhapur, Maharashtra
3.5 km from Kolhapur - See map
Mahalaxmi Temple situated next to Shri Amba Bai Temple at Kolhapur is one of the Shakti peeths, which is mentioned in a number of Hindu epics....
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Shahaji Chhatrapati Museum, Maharashtra
4.6 km from Kolhapur - See map
Shahaji Chhatrapati Museum is at the New Palace in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The museum is situated in a primeval structure on...
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Rankala Lake, Maharashtra
5.5 km from Kolhapur - See map
The Rankala lake is named after the god Rank Bhairav , whose shrine is located at the heart of the lake.The temple was...
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Jyotiba Temple, Maharashtra
22.2 km from Kolhapur - See map
Jyotiba Temple is located 17 KMs from Kolhapur, in the Panhala range of Maharashtra. The temple is situated at an altitude of 3124 feet above...
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Teen Darwaza, Maharashtra
23 km from Kolhapur - See map
The Teen Darwaza means Three doors, which is situated in the western part of the fort. The middle one named the Teen Darwa is the tallest and has...
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Panhala Fort, Maharashtra
23.2 km from Kolhapur - See map
Panhala Fort is in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, about 20 kms from the city center. Panhala fort, one of the largest forts in Deccan region...
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Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra
53.9 km from Kolhapur - See map
Dajipur Sanctuary or Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the catchment area of Sahu and Laxmi Sagar in Kolahpur. The Sanctuary is...
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Kopeshwar Temple, Maharashtra
56.3 km from Kolhapur - See map
In the 12th century, Silhara King Gandaraditya had built Kopeshwar Temple. The temple is in khidrapur, Kolahpur. The temple is dedicated to lord...
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Radhanagari Dam, Maharashtra
57.9 km from Kolhapur - See map
Radhanagari Dam was built by Shahuji Maharaj, the ruler of Kolhapur and spreads across an area of 1,1000 hectares . The dam has been builtin with...
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Amba Ghat, Maharashtra
71.6 km from Kolhapur - See map
Amba ghat is situated at a height of 3100 ft above the sea level and is on the Kolhapur-Ratnagiri national highway (NH-204).The spot is the...
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Karad Hills, Maharashtra
77.8 km from Kolhapur - See map
Karad Hills is a small township in Satara which is situated on the confluence of River Krishna and River Koyna. This particular meeting point is a...
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Hidkal Dam, Karnataka
90.1 km from Kolhapur - See map
Hidkal Dam was built across the Ghataprabha River of Hukkeri of Belgaum District. The dam is not only an enthralling picnic spot but also attracts...
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