Chirkunda to Kolhapur Cab
About Kolhapur
Chirkunda to Kolhapur distnce : 2094 km
Estimated travel time : 35.3 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 architectureโs 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 Chirkunda to Kolhapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Chirkunda to Kolhapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Chirkunda to Kolhapur distance is 2094 Km and is 35.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bodh Gaya - Known for the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major Buddhist pilgrimage site.
2. Nalanda - Home to the ancient Nalanda University ruins, another UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3. Patna - The capital city of Bihar, which offers attractions like the historic Golghar, Patna Museum, and the Mahavir Mandir.
4. Rajgir - A scenic town with hot springs, Buddhist pilgrimage sites like the Griddhakuta Hill and Vulture's Peak, and the ruins of ancient Nalanda University.
5. Aurangabad - Famous for the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora Caves, showcasing beautiful rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain temples.
6. Pune - A vibrant city with attractions like the Aga Khan Palace, Shaniwar Wada Fort, Sinhagad Fort, and the famous Osho International Meditation Resort.
7. Sangli - Known for the Ganapati Temple of Sangli, a popular religious site, and a place to experience the local Maharashtrian culture and cuisine.
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