INTRODUCTION
Firstly, we will start our journey with basic information about Kolhapur. Kolhapur which is known as DAKSHIN KASHI is situated on Eastern side of the Western Ghats. It is on the banks of Panchaganga river and surrounded by Sahayadri mountain ranges. Recognized in 17th century (1707) and established by Rani Tarabai. Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj, Rani Tarabai and other hero’s has different relation with Kolhapur. They have played an important role in shaping Kolhapur.
Few interesting facts about Kolhapur
Kolhapur also experience awesome cool climate for major portion of the year and temperature ranges from 10 -35 degree Celsius. It has its historical forts, temples and other royal places. Blessed with Goddesses Mahalakshmi , Lord Jyotiba, and various other temples situated nearby. They are also known as Karveer Niwasini Ambabai & Dhakkan Raja respectively. Governed under Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC), and sub categorized into 5 wards A to E Wards. Kolhapur is Popular for Kolhapuri Chappals- a Handcrafted leather slippers, Kolhapuri Saaj- a Unique Jewellery, Nauwari Saree, Kolhapuri Tamda–Pandhara Rassa and Misal.
Other Specialties
Majority People’s Mother Tongue is Marathi, spoken language is Marathi. Various people from various religious live here. Therefore, Festivals like Gudipadwa, Nawratri, Diwali, Dashara, Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi celebrated here. Crops like Sugarcane, Rice are cultivated here. Regarding games not only wrestling and football are played but also Kho kho, Kabaddi, Cricket, Hockey are games play mostly here. The Kolhapur City is link through Railways- Chatrapati Shahu Treminals , Airport- Chatrapati Rajaram Maharaj Airport and Roads- National Highway 4.
As majority people’s mother tongue is Marathi so Pudhari is famous Marathi Newspaper in Kolhapur. Other papers like Saakal, Loksatta, Tarun Bharat, Lokmat and Punyanagari, TIMES OF INDIA is use. Tomato FM, Radio Mirchi, Radio City, Big FM , All India Radio are some FM Radios Channels use for Media and Tele-communication in Kolhapur. Industrial Corporation like Gokul Shirgoan MIDC, Kagal 5-Star MIDC, Shiroli MIDC is near Kolhapur. Chatrapati Shivaji University is leading University in Kolhapur.
Various religious places such as Jotiba, Bhavani Mandap ,Top Sambhapur, Kaneri Math, Binkhambi Ganesh Mandir are located here. Also historical places like Khass Bagh Maidan, Keshawrao Bhosale Natyaghrugha, Shalini Palace & Phanala Fort are located nearby. Mahavir Garden, Rankala are also some beautiful places located here. In addition, if you are foodie Kolhapur is best for you. Kolhapur is not only Famous For Misal but also Tamda pandhara Rassa. We will never find elsewhere kolhapuri taste of Misal and Tamda pandhara rassa.
Area:- 25.80 Sq.m
Vehicle registration: - MH-09
Telephone code: - 0231
Kolhapur Pin code: - 416001 – 15
Nearby Cities: - Kagal, Ichalkaranji, Pethvadgoan, Kodoli, Sangli, Satara, Miraj, Gadinglaj
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