Kolhapuri-Misalpav
Traditionally a mixture of boiled matki beans, potatoes, farsan, sev and kat (curry).
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66.82 Sq.km
" CITY OF WRESTLERS ! "
Kolhapur city is situated on the banks of Panchganga river and is surrounded by Sahyadri mountain ranges. It is a city known for its historical forts, temples and royal places of erstwhile royals. It is one of the best places to explore the splendor and magnificence of India. Kolhapur is about 387 km from the Mumbai, the financial capital of India and is famous for the Indian handcrafted leather slippers the kolhapuri chappals and its unique local jewelry a special type of necklace called Kolhapuri Saaj.... Kolhapur is famous for the shri. Mahalakshmi Temple and according to the popular belief goddess Mahalakshmi started residing in kolhapur following a quarrel with her husband lord Vishnu. Kolhapur derived its name from a mythological event legend says, Goddess Mahalakshmi killed a demon named Kolhasur who used to oppress the local people. Before dying, the demon wished that the place be named after him and so the region got to be known as Kolhapur.
Mahalakshmi Temple is an important Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, located in the heart of ancient city of Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. It is one of 51 shaktipeeths according to Devi Purana, one of 18 Mahashaktipeeths as per Sankar Samhita of Skanda Purana[1] and Ashta Dasa Shakti Peetha Stotram,[2] and one of 3½ Shaktipeeths located in Maharashtra.
The temple of the goddess Mahalakshmi was built by karndeva in 634 C.E Chalukya reign. Mounted on a stone platform, the murti of the crowned goddess is made of gemstone and weighs about 40 kilograms. The image of Mahalakshmi carved in black stone is 3 feet in height. The Shri Yantra is carved on one of the walls in the temple. A stone lion (the vahana of the goddess), stands behind the statue. The crown contains an image of the Sheshnag
In her four hands, the deity of Mahalakshmi holds objects of symbolic value. The lower right hand holds a mathulinga (a citrus fruit), in the upper right, a large mace (kaumodaki) the mace of Vishnu with its head touching the ground, in the upper left a shield and in the lower left, a bowl (panpatra). Unlike most Hindu sacred images, which face north or east, the deity faces West (Pashchim).
Kaneri Math or Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum is situated at Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math in the village of Kaneri, about 26 km away from Kolhapur and around 241 km awy from Pune. A remarkable sculpture museum, the Kaneri Math is nestled within the complex of the Moola-Kaadsiddheswar Shiva Temple. Besides the museum and the ancient Shiva Temple, the complex also houses a meditation hall, a series of halls for discussions, residential hostels for devotees and adjacent farms.
Kaneri Math is a must-visit when you are in Kolhapur. Spread over 7 acres, the museum displays village life or ‘Gramjivan’ through 300 beautiful life-size cement sculptures. Every aspect of daily activities in the village have been spectacularly depicted through almost 80 scenes. Many of the museum’s sculptures showcase the self-sufficient village life in Maharashtra, before the invasion of the Mughals, when there were 12 Balutedars (artisan castes) and 18 Alutedars. This initiative was the dream of Mahatma Gandhi, and was created through the vision and efforts of Siddhagiri Gurukul Foundation.
Located in Narsobawadi, a few kilometres from the centre of the city, the Narsinhwadi Datta Mandir is one of the most religious places to visit in Kolhapur. Dedicated to Narsinh Saraswati, the Purna Avatar and an incarnation of Lord Shri Dattatreya, the temple is built on the banks of the Krishna River. Devotees from all over the country visit this temple due to its religious significance. In addition to enjoying a holy ambience, you can also find Lord Dattatreya’s charan padukas here. You can also see the confluence of the Krishna and Panchganga rivers here.
At a distance of 22 km from Sangli, and 50 km from Kolhapur, Narsinhwadi Datta Mandir is a Hindu temple situated in Narsobawadi near Kolhapur in Maharashtra. Built on the banks of River Krishna, it is one of the prominent places of pilgrimage in Maharashtra, and among the top places to visit near Kolhapur.Narsinhwadi Datta Mandir is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Narsinh Saraswati, an incarnation of Lord Shri Dattatreya. It is popularly known as Narsobachi Wadi or Narasimha Wadi. This holy place is at the confluence of the Krishna and Panchganga rivers. According to history, Sri Nrusinha Saraswati Swami stayed in this area for 12 years and he flourished in this region. Shri Narasimha Saraswati was considered as 'Siddha Purusha' (Perfect, almost Godlike being) with Divine powers of healing physical ailments and alleviating worries of his devotees. The place is sanctified by the visit of many saints including Shree Tembe Swami.
Panhala fort (also known as Panhalgad, Panhalla (literally "the home of serpents")), is located in Panhala, 20 kilometres northwest of Kolhapur in Maharashtra, India. It is strategically located looking over a pass in the Sahyadri mountain range which was a major trade route from Bijapur in the interior of Maharashtra to the coastal areas.[1] Due to its strategic location, it was the centre of several skirmishes in the Deccan involving the Marathas, the Mughals and the British East India Company, the most notable being the Battle of Pavan Khind. Here, the queen regent of Kolhapur, Tarabai, spent her formative years. Several parts of the fort and the structures within are still intact. It is also called as the 'Fort of Snakes' as it is zigzagged in shape[2] Panahala fort was built between 1178 and 1209 CE, one of 15 forts (others including Bavda, Bhudargad, Satara, and Vishalgad) built by the Shilahara ruler Bhoja II. It is said that aphorism Kahaan Raja Bhoj, kahan Gangu Teli is associated with this fort. A copper plate found in Satara shows that Raja Bhoja held court at Panhala from 1191–1192 CE. About 1209–10, Bhoja Raja was defeated by Singhana (1209–1247), the most powerful of the Devgiri Yadavas, and the fort subsequently passed into the hands of the Yadavas. Apparently it was not well looked after and it passed through several local chiefs. In 1376 inscriptions record the settlement of Nabhapur to the south-east of the fort.[3]
It was an outpost of the Bahamanis of Bidar. Mahmud Gawan, an influential prime minister, encamped here during the rainy season of 1469. On the establishment of the Adil Shahi dynasty of Bijapur in 1489, Panhala came under Bijapur and was fortified extensively. They built the strong ramparts and gateways of the fort which, according to tradition, took a hundred years to build. Numerous inscriptions in the fort refer to the reign of Ibrahim Adil Shah, probably Ibrahim I (1534–1557).
Another one in the array of tourist Places in Kolhapur is Rankala Lake that is a popular attraction of the region. The lake was built by “Shri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj’ - King of Kolhapur and is a combination of Rajghat and Maraghat. It sprawls over an area of 107 hectares and the views that it extends are just beyond one’s imagination. The lake has an age-old history from old times and the locals believe that it is not a natural lake but was built by the Maharaj. If you are looking for a place where you can relax and soothe your soul then this is just the right spot for you.
It is believed to be linked directly to a well in Panhala Fort which Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is believed to have crossed. Nowadays it is a famous spot for residents of Kolhapur to spend the weekends. It lies in Kolhapur. In recent past, Kolhapur Municipal corporation has built "Padpath Udyan" for a lakeside walk. This lake was constructed by Chhatrapatis of Kolhapur. It is located on the western side of Ambabai Mandir(Mahalaksmi Temple) kolhapur. This wide and spacious lake is so called because at its centre lies the temple of Rankabhairav. Prior to the 8th century this historical place was just a stone quarry. In the earthquake which took place sometime in the 9th century some natural structural change took place in the quarry. Water started accumulating in this quarry due to opening of an underground source. This accumulated water is today's famous Rankala Lake.
Jyotiba Temple (Marathi: ज्योतिबा) is a holy site of Hinduism near Wadi Ratnagiri [1] in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra state in western India. The deity of the temple is known by the same name. An annual fair takes place on the full moon night of the Hindu months of Chaitra and Vaishakha. Jyotiba temple is situated at a height of 3124 feet above sea level and is dedicated to Jyotiba. The temple is 18 km north-west of Kolhapur.[1] According to the tradition, the original Kedareshwar temple was built by Navji Saya. In 1730, Ranoji Shinde built the present temple in its place. This shrine is 57 ft x 37 ft x 77 ft high including the spire. The second temple of Kedareshwar is 49 ft x 22 ft x 89 ft high. This shrine was constructed by Daulatrao Shinde in 1808. The third temple of Ramling is 13 ft x 13 ft x 40 ft high including its dome. This temple was constructed in circa 1780 by Malji Nilam Panhalkar.[2] The interior of the temple is ancient. There are other few temples and Light-towers in the premises.
Legend says that the god Jyotiba destroyed the evil Ratnasur. Jyotiba helped Ambabai in her fight with the demons. He founded his kingdom on this mountain, and belongs to the Nath sampradaya. Lord Jyotiba destroyed Raktabhoj Rakshasa, and Ratnasur Rakshasa thus liberating the region from its tyranny. The idol of Lord Jyotiba is four-armed.
Kopeshwar Temple is at Khidrapur, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is at the border of Maharashtra and Karnataka.It is also accessible from Sangli as well. It was built in the 12th century by Shilahara king Gandaraditya between 1109 and 1178 CE. It is to the east of Kolhapur, ancient & artistic on the bank of the Krishna river.Even though Shilahars were Jain kings, they built and renovated various Hindu temples, thus depicting their respect and love for all religions.
The entire temple is divided into four parts Swargamandapa, Sabhamandapa,Antaral kaksha and Garbha gruha. The Swargamandapa has a vestibule with an open top. The sanctum is conical. The exterior has stunning carvings of deities and secular figures. Elephant statues sustain the weight of the temple at the base. In the interior we first see Vishnu (Dhopeshwar) & Shivaling facing north. But there is no Nandi who has separate Mandir. Separate Actor-Pendal also called as swarga mandap, hall, old pillars, carvings of gods & male and femnale artists in various poses are attractive. The ceiling is semi-circular with rnatchless engravings. On the out side, complete 'Shivaleelamrit' is carved. The Kopeshwar, Ancient & artistic temple situated on the bank of Krishna is a fine example of ancient sculpture. It was built in 11-12 century by Shilahara. The ceiling is semi-circular with matchless engravings. Inside there is statue of Vishnu( Dhopeshwar) and Shivling " Kopeshwar " facing north.
Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum (Kaneri Math) at Kaneri, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, is a sculpture museum. The full name is Siddhagiri Gramjivan (Village life) Museum. It is situated at Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math, a campus built around the Moola-Kaadsiddheswar Shiva temple.
This museum showcases different aspects of Gramjivan (village life). Gram means village and jivan means life in the Marathi language. This initiative was the dream of Mahatma Gandhi, and was created through the vision and efforts of Siddhagiri Gurukul Foundation. The history of self-sufficient village life in Maharshtra, before the invasion of the Mughals, is depicted in the form of cement sculptures. Each sculpture is lifelike and represents activities performed in daily village life. There were 12 Balutedars (essentially artisan castes), and 18 Alutedars who provided equipment to carry out domestic and professional tasks.
New Palace, Kolhapur is a palace situated in Kolhapur, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The Palace took 7 years to complete, from 1877 to 1884, [1] costing about seven lakhs of rupees. [2]Being an excellent specimen of Indian architecture built in black polished stone, it has been an attraction for tourists. It has extensive premises with a garden, fountain and wrestling ground. The whole building is eight-angled and has a tower in the middle. The clock on it was fixed in 1877. At separate distances there are small towers. On every glass are painted the events in Shivaji's life, the founder of Maratha Empire. There is a zoo and a ground lake. Even today, it is the residence of Chhatrapati Shahu, the direct descendant of Chhatrapati Shivaji.
Mant's masterpiece at Kolhapur, however, is the New Palace, 1.5 km further north on Bhausingji Road. Completed in the same year as the Hospital, this complex presents a novel blend of disparate features in contrasting basalt and sandstone. The principal south facade presents a double-storeyed range, with Neo-Mughal lobed arches beneath and temple-like columns and brackets above. This scheme is interrupted by trefoil arches capped with curving cornices and small domes. The same elements cap the octagonal corner towers.The ground floor of the New Palace accommodates the Shahaji Chhatrapati Museum, given over to memorabilia of the Kolhapur rulers. Several tourists from across the country visit the New Palace each year. This museum exhibits royal ways of existence.
Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary (Marathi: राधानगरी वन्यजीव अभयारण्य) is a wildlife sanctuary and natural World Heritage Site of category ix and x since 2012, located in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra State, India. It lies at the southern end of the Sahyadri hills in the Western Ghats. It is notable as the first declared wildlife sanctuary in Maharashtra, notified in 1958, as "Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary" and is popularly known as the "Bison Sanctuary".[1] Indian bison or gaur (Bos gaurus) with a population around 1091 in 2014, is the flagship species of the area. It was notified as Radhanagari wildlife sanctuary vide notification No. WLP/1085/CR/588/ V/F-5,Dt.16.9.1985.
This is a natural World Heritage Site notified by UNESCO as Sahyadri sub cluster of Western Ghats. The sanctuary is located between 16°10" to 16°30" north latitude and 73°52" to 74°14" east longitude. The Krishna River tributaries, Bhogavati River, Dudhganga River, Tulshi River, Kallamma River and Dirba River flow through the sanctuary's area.[1] State Highway 116 passes through the center of the sanctuary. It is located in Sahyadri hill ranges. The total area of the sanctuary is 351 km2 (136 sq mi).
Traditionally a mixture of boiled matki beans, potatoes, farsan, sev and kat (curry).
Tambda Rassa”, is a red curry and Pandhra Rassa” a white curry is also a much liked starter of Kolhapur made with yoghurt.
Mutton dishes along with Bhakari or Chapaati constitute the Kolhapuri Taat (Thali).
Veg Kolhapuri dish is a mixture of certain vegetables and prepared with Kolhapuri masala, is often spicy and is served along with Chapati, Naan or Parantha.
Bharli Vangi (Stuffed Brinjals) or stuffed eggplant dish is another popular vegetarian traditional preparation in Kolhapur.
Pithala is made up of Besan (chickpea flour) and tastes delicious with Jawar bhakari accompanied by raw onions and Kolhapuri chutney.
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Sindhudurg is an administrative district in the state of Maharashtra in India, which was carved out of the erstwhile Ratnagiri District. The district headquarters are located at Oros.
Ratnagiri is a port town in Maharashtra, western India. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Ratnadurg Fort has the Bhagwati temple and a lighthouse. Northeast, a fish museum and aquarium includes turtles and a whale skeleton.
Sangli, is a city and the district headquarters of Sangli District in the state of Maharashtra, in western India. It is known as the Turmeric City of Maharashtra due to its production and trade of the spice. Sangli is situated on the banks of river Krishna and houses many sugar factories.
