"The Kolhapuris are comfortable, stylish and quite durable and are available in a variety of designs, patterns and colors. They can be easily used for any occasion, and can cater to a large genre of audience. Almost every age group can find something that may strike their fancy."
- Dr. Sriya Chakravarti,, Professor, Thinker, Globe Trotter
Kadiri to
Kolhapur Cab
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About Kolhapur
Kadiri to Kolhapur distnce : 663 km
Estimated travel time : 11.8 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 Kadiri to Kolhapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Kadiri to Kolhapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Kadiri to Kolhapur distance is 663 Km and is 11.8 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Anantapur - Known for its beautiful temples and historical sites, Anantapur is a good place to stop and explore on the way.
2. Hampi - A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hampi is a historical and archaeological treasure trove. The stunning ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire are a must-visit for history enthusiasts.
3. Bijapur - Famous for its architectural marvels, Bijapur is home to the impressive Gol Gumbaz and other exquisite monuments from the Adil Shahi dynasty.
4. Badami - Renowned for its rock-cut temples and ancient cave complexes, Badami offers a fascinating glimpse into the Chalukya architecture and history.
5. Belgaum - Situated on the foothills of the Western Ghats, Belgaum is known for its fort, beautiful gardens, and various cultural attractions.
6. Panhala - Perched atop the Sahyadri Mountain Range, Panhala Fort is a key attraction in Kolhapur. The panoramic views and historical significance make it worth a visit.
7. Jyotiba Temple - Located on Jyotiba Mountain, around 17 km from Kolhapur, the Jyotiba Temple is a popular pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Jyotiba.
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