About Solapur
Faridabad to Solapur distnce : 1527 km
Estimated travel time : 25.6 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 Faridabad to Solapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Faridabad to Solapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Faridabad to Solapur distance is 1527 Km and is 25.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Delhi - The capital city of India, known for its historical monuments, bustling markets, and delicious street food.
2. Agra - Home to the iconic Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
3. Mathura - Birthplace of Lord Krishna and known for its significant religious temples and sites.
4. Jaipur - The vibrant "Pink City" of Rajasthan, featuring magnificent palaces, forts, and traditional marketplaces.
5. Ajmer - Famous for the Dargah Sharif, a Sufi shrine dedicated to the Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
6. Udaipur - Known as the "City of Lakes," with beautiful palaces, lakeside views, and a rich Rajput history.
7. Ahmedabad - A city with a blend of modern and ancient architectural wonders, including the Sabarmati Ashram.
8. Vadodara - Home to grand palaces, art galleries, and museums, with a rich cultural heritage.
9. Pune - A city filled with historical landmarks, museums, and beautiful gardens, often referred to as the "Oxford of the East."
10. Solapur - Your final destination, known for spiritual sites like the Shri Siddheshwar Temple and Mahatma Gandhi National Zoo.
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)