About Kolhapur
Jagtial to Kolhapur distnce : 710 km
Estimated travel time : 12.7 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 Jagtial to Kolhapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Jagtial to Kolhapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Jagtial to Kolhapur distance is 710 Km and is 12.7 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Warangal - Visit the Warangal Fort, Thousand Pillar Temple, and the famous Ramappa Temple.
2. Hyderabad - Explore the iconic Charminar, visit the historic Golconda Fort, and indulge in delicious Hyderabadi cuisine.
3. Bidar - Stop in Bidar to visit the historic Bidar Fort, explore the architectural wonders of the Bahmani Tombs, and see the famous Bahmani Sultanate Mosque.
4. Gulbarga - Visit the impressive Gulbarga Fort and explore the ancient architecture of Jama Masjid, built during the Bahmani Sultanate era.
5. Bijapur - Explore the ancient city of Bijapur and visit the famous Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Rauza, and the Citadel.
6. Kolhapur - Finally, you will reach Kolhapur, known for its historic temples like the Mahalakshmi Temple and the ancient Panhala Fort. Don't miss the Kolhapuri cuisine, particularly the famous Kolhapuri spicy mutton curry.