About Kolhapur
Pasan to Kolhapur distnce : 1422 km
Estimated travel time : 23.8 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 Pasan to Kolhapur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Pasan to Kolhapur by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Pasan to Kolhapur distance is 1422 Km and is 23.8 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Narsingh Mandir - Located in Sangli, this temple dedicated to Lord Narsingh is a popular stopover for religious travelers.
2. Vishrambag Wada - Situated in Sangli, this historic palace is known for its beautiful architecture and intricate carvings.
3. Jotiba Temple - Located near Kolhapur, this temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Jotiba is a popular pilgrimage site.
4. Irwin Bridge - This iconic bridge in Sangli is a great spot for photography enthusiasts, offering panoramic views of the surroundings.
5. Rankala Lake - Situated in Kolhapur, this tranquil lake is a popular tourist destination with boating facilities and a beautiful garden.
6. Sangli Fort - Located in Sangli, this ancient fort is known for its historical significance and architectural beauty.
7. Mahalaxmi Temple - Situated in Kolhapur, this temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Mahalaxmi is one of the important spiritual sites in Maharashtra.
8. Kaneri Math - Located near Kolhapur, this ancient math (monastery) belonging to the Datta Sampradaya is a popular pilgrimage site known for its intricate carvings.
9. Priti Sangam - Situated near Sangli, this confluence of the Krishna and Panchganga rivers is considered a holy spot by locals.
10. Pargaon Khandoba Temple - Located near Pirangut, this ancient temple dedicated to Lord Khandoba attracts a large number of devotees.
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