Ankleshwar to Solapur Cab
About Solapur
Ankleshwar to Solapur distnce : 730 km
Estimated travel time : 13.1 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 Ankleshwar to Solapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Ankleshwar to Solapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Ankleshwar to Solapur distance is 730 Km and is 13.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Vadodara - Also known as Baroda, Vadodara is a city in Gujarat that offers attractions like Laxmi Vilas Palace, Sayaji Baug Zoo, and Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park.
2. Ahmedabad - The largest city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad is famous for its rich architectural heritage, including the Sabarmati Ashram, Jama Masjid, and Adalaj Stepwell.
3. Nadiad - Located in Gujarat, Nadiad is known for its temples like Santram Mandir and Swaminarayan Temple. It is also famous for its snacks and sweets.
4. Anand - Anand is the birthplace of the Amul cooperative and is known for its dairy industry. Visitors can explore the Amul Dairy Museum and the Amul Chocolate Factory.
5. Vadodara - This city in Maharashtra is known for its historical sites, including the famous Jyotirlinga temple - Shri Vithal Rukmini Mandir.
6. Latur - Located in Maharashtra, Latur is known for its historical significance and popular attractions like Ganj Golai, Siddheshwar Temple, and Ausa Fort.
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)
