About Solapur
Agra to Solapur distnce : 1339 km
Estimated travel time : 24 hours
Solapur is a popular destination for both tourism and work. Solapur or Sholapur is a commercial center for cotton and other agricultural products. Solapuri Chaddar, towel, handloom, power looms are world famous. Solapur has rich cultural and historical significance and is also called "The City of Hutatmas" means "The City of Martyrs".
Solapur is transport hub connecting Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and also Tamil Nadu and is also a confluence of Kannada, Marathi and Telugu cultures. It has two special significance in India's fight for Independence. First, Solapur satyagraha in 1930 where many volunteers died in Bristish firing and people started attacking police stations, courts, municipal buildings and police and other officers ran out of Solapur. Solapur got freedom for 3 days. However, this resulted in the executions of Mallappa Dhanshetti, Abdul Rasool Qurban Hussein, Jagannath Bhagwan Shinde and Shrikisan Laxminarayan Sarada. Secondly, Solapur Municipal Council was the first to hoist the Indian National Flag on municipal council building in 1930. Now, Solapur is a commercial hub and is known world wide for Solapuri Chhaddar. Solapur is also visited by millions of devotees of its chief deity Shri Siddeshwar at "Nandidhwaj" procession on Makar Sankranti fair and in annual fair in January called "Gadda Yatra" which is associated with the marriage of Lord Siddheshwar.
Taxi from Agra to Solapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Agra to Solapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Agra to Solapur distance is 1339 Km and is 24 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Fatehpur Sikri - Located near Agra, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a historical town known for its well-preserved Mughal architecture.
2. Ajanta Caves - Located in Aurangabad district, these ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and feature intricate carvings and paintings.
3. Ellora Caves - Also located in Aurangabad, the Ellora Caves are another UNESCO World Heritage Site with Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain rock-cut temples.
4. Aurangabad - This city in Maharashtra is known for its rich history, including the famous Bibi Ka Maqbara, a beautiful mausoleum often compared to the Taj Mahal.
5. Pune - As you approach Solapur, Pune is a major city worth exploring. It is known for its education institutions, historical sites like the Aga Khan Palace, and beautiful gardens like the Peshwe Park and Saras Baug.
6. Solapur - The final destination on the route, Solapur is a city famous for its textile industry. The city has several historical temples, including the Siddheshwar Temple and the Bhuikot Fort, which offer a glimpse into the region's cultural heritage.
Tourist Attractions
Shri Siddheshwar Temple
Siddheshwar Lake
Kambar Talav or Sambhaji Lake
Duffrin Chowk
Hotgi Saibaba Temple
Markandeya Temple
Balaji Temple
Rupabhavani Temple
Nagareshwar Temple
Shah Zahur Wali Dargah
Dargah Haji Malang Shah Baba
Hipparga Lake
IndraBhavan - Solapur Municipal Corporation building
Hutatma Garden
Mahatama Gandhi Zoo
Nannaj- Bird Sanctuary
Mardi - Yamai Devi Temple
Hattur - Shri Bansiddheshwar & Someshwar Mandir
Soregaon- Gajanan Maharaj Temple
Kudal Sangam temple - Sangmeshwar Temple and first Marathi rock inscription and a rare
Shivalinga (1000 faced)
