Alirajpur to Kolhapur Cab
About Kolhapur
Alirajpur to Kolhapur distnce : 832 km
Estimated travel time : 16.3 hours
Kolhapur is a one of the popular city of the Maharashtra state of India flank on the bank of the river Panchaganga, is also one of the prominent site of pilgrims. There is a strong belief after one worships Balaji at Tirupati, offering prayer to goddess Mahalakshmi is essential to complete the pilgrimage. Kolhapur is also famous worldwide for Kolhapuri Chappels (Kolhapuris) & Jaggery. Kolhapuris introduced the concept of environment friendliness and innovation in footwear.
Located in Sahyadri mountain ranges, on the banks of the river Panchganga, Kolhapur is a historic Maratha city and religious pride of Maharashtra. It is also known as 'Dakshin Kashi'. Kolhapur offers an incredible archeological & cultural heritage, magnificent temples, monuments, forts, lakes and gardens and is full of tourists all around the year. On the day of Naag Panchami, Kolhapur seems at its best. Thousands of people worship live snakes by offering milk and rice. Another important festival in Kolhapur is Randall Mahotsav. Kolhapur is also called as sugar bowl of India and famous for, having the maximum amount of Mercedes cars, spinning mills, education center and also famous for spicy curries and leather shoes. Kolhapur offers a lot to tourists from pilgrimage sites to wildlife sanctuary, a museum, a ghat, a dam and a lake with few forts and palaces. Most important and must visit attraction is The Panhala fort for history lovers and for trekkers. Another attraction is Shri Chatrapati Shalu Museum, also known as New Palace, built with black polished stone and is an architecture’s delight. Other attractions are Bison Sanctuary, Ramtirth waterfall, Sagareshwara deer sanctuary, Shri Mahalakshmi Temple, Narsobawadi in Shirol taluka, Koppeshwar Mandir in Khidrapur, Jyotiba Temple Audumbar, Shri Bahubali Sanctuary, the Radhanagari Dam, Rankala Lake. Some of the other important tourist attractions that lie in close proximity to Kolhapur are Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Pune, Mahabaleshwar, Solapur.
Taxi from Alirajpur to Kolhapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Alirajpur to Kolhapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Alirajpur to Kolhapur distance is 832 Km and is 16.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Maheshwar - Known for its historical fort and temples, Maheshwar is a beautiful town located on the banks of the Narmada River. It is famous for its handloom sarees and is a popular tourist destination.
2. Omkareshwar - Situated on an island in the Narmada River, Omkareshwar is a holy town famous for its Omkareshwar Temple. It is one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines in India.
3. Indore - The largest city in Madhya Pradesh, Indore is known for its historical monuments, vibrant street food, and shopping markets. You can visit the Rajwada Palace, Lal Bagh Palace, and Sarafa Bazaar, famous for its food stalls.
4. Mandu - An ancient fortress town, Mandu is a historical gem with palaces, tombs, and monuments from the medieval period. The Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, and Rani Rupmati's Pavilion are some of the must-visit attractions.
5. Mahadev Temple, Barwani - Situated in Barwani district, this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is known for its intricate stone carvings and architectural beauty.
6. Dajipur Bison Sanctuary - Located in Satara district, this wildlife sanctuary is known for its Indian bison (Gaur) population along with other animals like leopards, deer, and various bird species.
7. Narsobachi Wadi - A small village near Kolhapur, Narsobachi Wadi is known for the famous Narsobachi Wadi Temple, dedicated to Lord Dattatreya. It attracts devotees from all over Maharashtra.
Tourist Attractions
Mahalakshmi temple
New Palace / Shri Chatrapati Shahu Museum
Jyotiba Temple
Rankala Fort
Panhala Fort
Shopping - Kolhapuri Chappals and Jaggery
Temlabai Temple
Binkhambi Ganesh Temple
Siddhagiri Gramjivan Wax Museum
Kopeshwar Temple
Narsinhwadi Datta Mandir
Bhavani Mandap
Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary
Gangagiri Maharaj Math Temple
Rantirth Waterfall
Radhanagari Dam
Khasbag
Sagareshwar Deer Sanctuary
Shalini Palace
Chinmaya Ganadhish
