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Shivashourya Trekkers शिवशौर्य ट्रेकर्स Panhalgad to Pavankhind - Vishalgad Trek 1 July - 4 July 2012

2012-05-26T08:45:00.000-07:00

A Historical Trekking Expedition arranged by Shivashourya Trekkers from 1 July - 4 July 2012.

Informational Sight-seeing on Panhala with all the facts and a lecture on the historical developments by Sr. Historian Shri Appa Parab.

कार्यक्रमाचा तपशील

शनिवार दि. १ जुलै २०१२ रात्री 8 वाजता मुंबई येथून पन्हाळगडाकडे प्रस्थान करणे. रविवार दि. १ जुलै २०१२ सकाळी ७ वा. पन्हाळगडावर आगमन आणि गडावरच मुक्काम. इत्यंभूत माहितीसह पन्हाळगड दर्शन आणि पन्हाळगडाच्या शेजारी असलेला पावनगड दर्शन. सायंकाली मुक्कामाच्या ठिकाणी जमलेल्या सर्व शिव प्रेमींची ओळख होऊन पन्हाळगड ते विशाळगडाच्या ऐतिहासिक रणसंग्रामाची पार्श्वभूमि ज्येष्ठ इतिहास संकलक श्री. आप्पा परब कथन करतील. मोहिम प्रमुख श्री. सुनील भूमकर दुसरया दिवशी सुरु होणारया ट्रेकची माहिती दिली देतील.

सोमवार दि. 2 जुलै २०१२ सकाळी ७.०० वाजता पन्हाळगडावरील नरवीर शिवा काशिद आणि नरवीर बाजीप्रभु यांच्या पुतळ्याला पुष्पहार अर्पण करून आपल्या ऐतिहासिक पदभ्रमण मोहिमेची सुरुवात होइल. आपल्या मोहिमेचे मार्गक्रमण त्याच मार्गावरून होइल ज्या मार्गाने शिवाजी महाराज निसटले.

दुपारी आपण खोतवाडी येथे मुक्कामाच्या ठिकाणी पोहोचल्यावर विश्रांती तसेच गावात फेरफटका किंवा फोटोग्राफी करण्यासाठी वेळ असेल.

मंगळवार दि. 3 जुलै २०१२ सकाळी ७.०० वाजता पुढील मुक्काम मालाईवाड्याच्या दिशेने ट्रेकला सुरुवात. संध्याकाळी मालाईवाडा येथे पोहोचल्यावर विश्रांती.

बुधवार दि. 4 जुलै २०१२ सकाळी ७.०० वाजता पावनखिंडिकड़े प्रस्थान. रणक्षेत्रावर हौतात्म्य पत्करलेल्या बाजी आणि त्यांच्या शुर बांदलवीरांना श्रद्धांजलि अर्पण करून विशाळगडाकडे प्रस्थान. दुपारी विशाळगडावर मोहिमेची सांगता. रात्री बसने परतीचा प्रवास सुरु.

टिप : सदर मोहिम शिवाजी महाराजांच्या पदस्पर्शाने पावन झालेल्या मार्गावरून मार्गक्रमण करत असल्याने मोहिमेत कसल्याही प्रकारचे व्यसन, गैर बोलू अथवा गैर वागू दिले जाणार नाही, ह्याची सहभागी होणारयानी नोंद घ्यावी. आपली मोहिम ही मौज मजेसाठी निघालेली पिकनिक नसून शिवप्रेमींची ही "पंढरीची वारीच" आहे. निसर्गावेड्या माणसाला स्वतःचा विसर पडावा अशी निसर्गाची विविध रुपे अनुभवायला मिळणार आहेत. अनेक आयुर्वेदिक पाना-फुलातून, मूळ-खोडातून खळखळ वाहणारे पाणी अमृताहून सरस आहे. शहरातील रस्त्यांच्या दुभाजकावर स्वतःला सावरत चालताना होणारा त्रास इथे शेताच्या बांधावरून चालताना होणार नाही. ओढयातून चालताना पडल्यावर आपल्या नावाने "गणपति बाप्पा मोर्याची" आरोळी पुढील काही दिवस आपल्या कानात घूमत राहातेच पण अनेक वर्ष ट्रेकच्या आठवणींचा हिस्सा होते.
इतिहासाबरोबर सामाजिक बांधिलकी जपण्याची "शिवशौर्य ट्रेकर्सची" परंपरा आहे त्यानुसार मुक्कामात शालेय विद्यार्थांना शैक्षणिक साहित्याचे शक्य असेल तसे वाटप केले जाते. आपल्यालाही आम्ही आवाहन करीत आहोत की तुमच्या घरी नुसतेच पडून असलेले शैक्षणिक साहित्य उदा. पेन्सिल्स, पेन, वही, चित्रकलेचे साहित्य, गोष्टीची पुस्तके आवर्जून आपल्या ग्रामीण बान्धवांसाठी घेऊन या. आपला हा ट्रेक संस्मरणीय असेल.

ट्रेक फी : रु. 1700/- (मुंबई ते मुंबई सर्व खर्चासहित),
परस्पर पन्हाळगडावर ट्रेकमध्ये सहभागी सदस्यांना रु. 900/- (फक्त ट्रेकचा खर्च)

ट्रेकसाठी लागणारे साहित्य
१) दोन्ही खांद्यावर घेता येईल अशी १ मोठी सॅक आणि १ छोटी सॅक, मोठ्या सॅक मधे सर्व सामान पॅक करून ते मुक्कामावर ठेऊन छोट्या सॅक मध्ये कॅमेरा, पाण्याची बाटली, टिफिन बॉक्स, मोबाईल, पैसे घेऊन पन्हाळगड, विशाळगड फिरण्यासाठी.
२) ताट, वाटी, पेला, चमचा, पाण्याची बाटली.
३) बूट, मोजे, एक्स्ट्रा चप्पल किंवा स्लीपर
४) कपड्यांचे २ सेट, अंथरुण, पांघरुण, टूथब्रश टूथ पेस्ट, साबण, टॉवेल, रेनकोट
५) महत्त्वाची सूचना : वरील सर्व सामान छोट्या छोट्या प्लास्टिक पिशव्यांमध्ये भरून त्या सर्व पिशव्या एका मोठ्या प्लास्टिक पिशवीत भरा जेणेकरून पावसात सॅकच्या आतील सामान सुके राहिल.

नाव नोंदणीची अंतिम तारीख १५ जून

अधिक माहितीसाठी पुढील क्रमांकांवर सम्पर्क साधावा.

९३२०७५५५३९ / ९८६९१०९९७० / ९८१९६६२२५४

ईमेल : shivashourya.trekkers@gmail.com
फेसबुक : Shivashourya Trekkers
ब्लॉगर : www.shivshouryatrekkers.blogspot.com
पिकासा वेब : https://picasaweb.google.com/shivashourya.trekkers
(शिवशौर्यचे सर्व ट्रेकफोटो पाहण्यासाठी)

Kolhapur Wild Life Division’s proposed management rules for Ecologically Sensitive Zones around Protected Areas

2012-05-24T03:44:00.001-07:00

Within the 10 km extent of ESZ an area of 1 km will be declared as a buffer zone. There will be
no construction within the buffer zone. Buffer zone will be maintained free and green.
 There shall be no noise pollution in the ESZ.
 No artificial lighting will be used in ESZ.
 There shall be no industrial establishments in ESZ.
 There will be no stone quarries and mining in ESZ. No new proposal will be entertained
 No tree cutting will be permitted in private /revenue land without permission of District
Collector.
 It will be essential to guard natural heritage.
 There shall be no modifications to waterfalls, caves etc.
 Special efforts will be made to save endangered plant species.
 Human heritage such as forts etc will be protected.
 Excessive use of natural water sources for industrial establishments /residential buildings will
be prohibited. Similarly care will be taken to prevent water pollution.
 Use of plastic will be banned.
 Construction on hill slopes will be prohibited.
 It will be necessary to properly manage sewage.
 Pollution resulting from burning of solid wastes will be banned.
 Pollution from vehicular emissions will be controlled.
http://moef.nic.in/downloads/public-information/wg-23052012.pdf

किल्ले पावनगड भ्रमंती,

2012-05-02T08:03:00.001-07:00

भटकंती युवा हायकर्स कोल्हापूर आयोजित किल्ले पावनगड भ्रमंती व अवकाश निरीक्षण

कार्यक्रमाचे स्वरूप :

१. रविवार दिनांक ६ मे २०१२ रोजी दुपारे ३:०० वाजता रंकाळा बसस्थानक येथे उपस्थित राहणे.

२. दु.४:३० वाजता गडपूजनाने भ्रमंतीस सुरवात.

३. सायंकाळी ६:३० वाजता आकाशवाणी मनोरा जवळ चहापान.

४.रात्री ७:०० ते ८:०० या वेळेत जेष्ट अवकाश निरेक्षिक चंद्रकांत परुळेकर यांचा मार्गदर्शनाखाली अवकाश निरीक्षण .

५. ८:३० नंतर कोल्हापूरकडे प्रयाण .

अधिक माहिती साठी संपर्क

भटकंती युवा हायकर्सचे अध्यक्ष : विजय ससे - ९८९०६४५४१४ .

सागर पाटील - ९५७९९९७१११ , मिलिंद जगताप- ९९६०४३७५७५

शंभुराजे मर्दानी खेळ विकासमंच आयोजित शिवकालीन युध्दकला स्वसंरक्षण (मर्दानी खेळ) शिबीर

2012-04-24T02:34:00.000-07:00

छत्रपती शिवारायांची य़ुध्दकला व मर्दमराठी शुरवीर मावळ्यांची य़ुध्दकला आजच्या युवा पिढीस अवगत व्हावी.त्याच बरोबर आजच्या काळात मुला-मुलींना स्वत:चे रक्षण करता यावे यासाठी प्रत्येक महाराष्ट्रातील माणसाने शिवकालीन युध्दकला आत्मसात केली पाहिजे.
शीलवान धॆयवान साहसी त्यागी संयमी प्रखर बळकट स्वधर्मभिमानी देशभिमानी उमवती तरूण पिढी हि राष्ट्राची खरी मुलभूत संपत्ती आहे उगवत्या तरूण पिढीला ध्येयवादी बनिवण्यासाठी पुण्यश्लोक छत्रपती शिवप्रभुच्या व शंभूराजेच्या अत्यंत प्रेरणादायक जीवनाचा न पुसला जाणारा खोल ठसा त्यांच्या चिंतात उमटवणे अत्यंत आवश्यक आहे यासाठी शिवकालीन ढाल तलवार,दांडपट्टा,लाठी,भाला ही शस्त्रे आवश्य शिकली पाहिजेत.

य़ा शिबारामध्ये पुढील गोष्टी शिकवल्या जातील
१) लाठी-काठी. २) दांडपट्टा
३) भाला ४) तलवार
५) धनुर्विद्या ६) रायफ़ल शुटींग
७) ट्रेकिंग ८) गिर्यारोहण
९) हॉर्स रायडिंग १०) पारंपारिक खेळ
शिवकालीन शस्त्रविद्या,साहसी उपक्रम,शिवकालीन किल्ल्यांना भेटी, प्राचीन मंदीर दर्शन

शिबीराचे नियम
१) शिबीर १० दिवसाचे राहिल.
२) शिबीरात प्रवेश घेतल्यानंतर कोण्त्याही कारणास्तव प्रवेश फ़ी परत मिळणार नाही.
३) शिबीरार्थ्यानी शिबीरामध्ये कोणत्याही मॊल्यावान वस्तु सोबत आणु नये.त्याची संयोजकावर राहणार नाही.
४) शिबीरासाठी आवश्यक साहित्य विद्यार्थ्याबरोबर पाठविणे आत्यावश्यक आहे
५) शिबीरासाठी स्वत:साठी लागणारी ऒषधे सोबत आणवीत
६) शिबीरामध्ये शिबीरार्थ्यानी सुचना व नियमांचे पालन करणे आत्यावश्यक आहे
दि. २४/४/२०१२ रोजी कोल्हापुर सेंन्ट्रल स्टँड येथे सकाळी १० वा. किंवा पन्हाळा येथे सायंकाळी ७ वाजेपर्यंत यावे.

शिबीरार्थ्यानी सोबत आणावयाचे साहीत्य:
१) दहा दिवसाठी लागणारे आवश्यक कपडे व ट्रॅकसुट
२) मुलींनसाठी सलवार कमीज,फ़ुल ड्रेस
३) शिबीरार्थ्यानी बेंडीग स्वत: आणावे.(संतरजी व चादर)
४) शिबीरार्थ्यानी स्पोर्ट्स शुज व स्लीपर, हॅवरसॅक,ताट वाटी,चमचा ग्लास,मेणबत्ती,वॉटर बॉटल टॉर्च( दोन जादा सेल)वही,पेन नॅपकीन, व दॆनंदिन गरजेच्या वस्तु.

अधिक माहितीसाठी संपर्क :
सूरज ढोली     ९४२ १११ ११८५,    ९७६ ६४० ४०८६
जयदिप जाधव     ९४२ २५१ ९८५३, ९७६ २४४ ५२५१
सागर पाटील       ९५७ ९९९ ७१११,    ८२३ ७०७ ९९९९

TMI Bike / Car Tour to Wai - Mahabaleshwar - Pratapgad - Panchgani - Tapola on 5th - 6th May 2012

2012-04-24T02:32:00.000-07:00

Hey friends, we at Trek Mates India , are glad to announce Bike/Car Tour to Wai - Mahabaleshwar - Pratapgad - Panchgani - Tapola on 5th - 6th May 2012 (Leaving on 4th May Night)

Some information about the area:

The places that will be visiting are:

1. Wai.
2. Mahabaleshwar
3. Pratapgad Fort
4. Panchgani
5. Tapola

For more details about the tour , please check TMI Blog :

http://www.trekmatesindia.com/2012/04/tmi-bike-car-tour-to-wai-mahabaleshwar.html

शंभुराजे मर्दानी खेळ विकासमंच आयोजित शिवकालीन युध्दकला स्वसंरक्षण (मर्दानी खेळ) शिबीर

2012-04-24T02:13:00.000-07:00

छत्रपती शिवारायांची य़ुध्दकला व मर्दमराठी शुरवीर मावळ्यांची य़ुध्दकला आजच्या युवा पिढीस अवगत व्हावी.त्याच बरोबर आजच्या काळात मुला-मुलींना स्वत:चे रक्षण करता यावे यासाठी प्रत्येक महाराष्ट्रातील माणसाने शिवकालीन युध्दकला आत्मसात केली पाहिजे.
शीलवान धॆयवान साहसी त्यागी संयमी प्रखर बळकट स्वधर्मभिमानी देशभिमानी उमवती तरूण पिढी हि राष्ट्राची खरी मुलभूत संपत्ती आहे उगवत्या तरूण पिढीला ध्येयवादी बनिवण्यासाठी पुण्यश्लोक छत्रपती शिवप्रभुच्या व शंभूराजेच्या अत्यंत प्रेरणादायक जीवनाचा न पुसला जाणारा खोल ठसा त्यांच्या चिंतात उमटवणे अत्यंत आवश्यक आहे यासाठी शिवकालीन ढाल तलवार,दांडपट्टा,लाठी,भाला ही शस्त्रे आवश्य शिकली पाहिजेत.

य़ा शिबारामध्ये पुढील गोष्टी शिकवल्या जातील
१) लाठी-काठी. २) दांडपट्टा
३) भाला ४) तलवार
५) धनुर्विद्या ६) रायफ़ल शुटींग
७) ट्रेकिंग ८) गिर्यारोहण
९) हॉर्स रायडिंग १०) पारंपारिक खेळ
शिवकालीन शस्त्रविद्या,साहसी उपक्रम,शिवकालीन किल्ल्यांना भेटी, प्राचीन मंदीर दर्शन

शिबीराचे नियम
१) शिबीर १० दिवसाचे राहिल.
२) शिबीरात प्रवेश घेतल्यानंतर कोण्त्याही कारणास्तव प्रवेश फ़ी परत मिळणार नाही.
३) शिबीरार्थ्यानी शिबीरामध्ये कोणत्याही मॊल्यावान वस्तु सोबत आणु नये.त्याची संयोजकावर राहणार नाही.
४) शिबीरासाठी आवश्यक साहित्य विद्यार्थ्याबरोबर पाठविणे आत्यावश्यक आहे
५) शिबीरासाठी स्वत:साठी लागणारी ऒषधे सोबत आणवीत
६) शिबीरामध्ये शिबीरार्थ्यानी सुचना व नियमांचे पालन करणे आत्यावश्यक आहे
दि. २४/४/२०१२ रोजी कोल्हापुर सेंन्ट्रल स्टँड येथे सकाळी १० वा. किंवा पन्हाळा येथे सायंकाळी ७ वाजेपर्यंत यावे.

शिबीरार्थ्यानी सोबत आणावयाचे साहीत्य:
१) दहा दिवसाठी लागणारे आवश्यक कपडे व ट्रॅकसुट
२) मुलींनसाठी सलवार कमीज,फ़ुल ड्रेस
३) शिबीरार्थ्यानी बेंडीग स्वत: आणावे.(संतरजी व चादर)
४) शिबीरार्थ्यानी स्पोर्ट्स शुज व स्लीपर, हॅवरसॅक,ताट वाटी,चमचा ग्लास,मेणबत्ती,वॉटर बॉटल टॉर्च( दोन जादा सेल)वही,पेन नॅपकीन, व दॆनंदिन गरजेच्या वस्तु.
अधिक माहितीसाठी संपर्क :
सूरज ढोली     ९४२ १११ ११८५,    ९७६ ६४० ४०८६
जयदिप जाधव     ९४२ २५१ ९८५३, ९७६ २४४ ५२५१
सागर पाटील       ९५७ ९९९ ७१११,    ८२३ ७०७ ९९९९

Childrens Summer Camp 23,24,25TH OF APRIL @ dajipur wild life sanctuary

2012-04-12T01:51:00.000-07:00

Radhanagari
7.30am arrivel at Radhanagari(breakfast)
9.30am arrivel at Dajipur(malewadi)
10.00am allotment of leaving area
10.30am information about camp schedual
11.00am lecture on mountainering
12.00pm departure to Radhanagari backwater
1.30pm arrivel at camp site
1.30 to 2.30 lunch break
2.35 to3.30 rest
3.30 to4.00 refreshment(juice or kokam)
4.00 to 5.30 adventure activities
6.00pm arrivel at camp site
6.00to6.30 snacks(maggi ,pakode,tea)
6.30pm departure to jungle trail
8.30pm arrivel at camp site
8.30to9.30 indoor games(chess , cards etc)
9.40pm dinner
10.15pm lightes off

day2 activity
5.00am morning call
5 to5.30 freshunup
5.30to6.00am breakfast&tea
6.15to1.30pm departure towords backwater for raft building
tent pitching, fishing ,& jungle cooking
1.30to2.00pm lunch break
2.00to2.30pm rest at backwater
2.35to5.30 tresure hunt(game)
6.00pm snacks
6.30to9.30pm camp fire
9.45pm departure to camp site
10.00pm dinner
10.30pm lightes off

day 3 activity
5.30am wakeup call
6.00am breakfast
6.30am departure towords dajipur wild life sanctuary
10.00am arrivel at camp site
10.15to12.30pm games
12.40to1.30pm lunch break
2.00pm departure towords dajipur wild life information center
3.00pm departure towords kolhapur
6.00pm arrivel at kolhapur office

Shashin 9623100491
Abhijeet Lokhande 9860299922,9011234999
Abhijeet Lokhande

Kolhapur to Goa Cycling 1st - 3rd April 2012

2012-03-22T23:27:00.001-07:00

Day 1 kolhapur - Gadhinglaj - Chandgad 107 km
Day 2 Chandgad - Tillari Ghat - Goa 113 km
Day 3 Visit to bondla wildlife sanctuary

Abhijeet Lokhande 9860299922,9011234999
Abhijeet Lokhande

Kolhapur Tour 9th March 2012

2012-02-22T05:51:00.003-08:00

Hi Friends,

We have organized a two days "Kolhapur Tour" ( Dt. 10 Mar 2012 Saturday & 11th Mar 2012 Sunday) .

The journey will commence on 9th Mar 2012 (Friday) at 9.30 PM .

Date: 10th Mar 2012 to 11th Mar 2012

Transportation: Through private Bus

Meeting/Pick up point : * 1st pick up point: 9th Mar 2012 at Bhandup (Mangatram Petrol pump) 9.30 PM

* 2nd pick up point:(Same Bus) 9 th Mar 2012 at Vikhroli (Near Godrej hall) 10.00 PM

The Cost for the Tour is Rs. 1650/-

Including: Tea, 2 Breakfast, Snacks (Morning & Evening), 2 lunch & 1 dinner ,Accommodation, local transport from "Mumbai to Kolhapur" and back.

Excluding: Anything not mentioned above, personal needs will be governed by self.

Points to be visited:

* Maha -Lakshmi Temple

* Bhawani Mandap

* Old palace

* New Palace ( Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Musuem)

* Jyotiba Temple

* Panhala Fort

* Rankala Lake

* Kanheri Math (Musuem)

* Narsobachi Wadi (Narsinhwadi) Temple

Last date of Registration : 2nd Mar,2012 ( Seats will be available on first come first serve basis )***40 seats only***

Information of Places we are going to visit:

Kolhapur is a city situated in the south west corner of Maharashtra , India . The population of Kolhapur is around 419,000. The main language is Marathi. It is situated on the banks of river Panchganga and provides the location for the Mahalakshmi Temple . The city also lends its name to many common terms like Kolhapuri Chappal , Kolhapuri lavangi mirchi, Kolhapuri gur and Kolhapuri cuisine.

Visiting Kolhapur is experiencing the magical amalgamation of Nature, History, Culture and Spirituality all at one place. Kolhapur has something to offer for every type of tourism. Mediate climate, Convenient location makes visiting Kolhapur easy. Marathi is the primary language of communication, however people are well versed with Hindi and English as well. Visiting Kolhapur you can't afford to miss these attractions :

* Mahalaxmi Temple : The puranas, have listed 108 sites where Shakti (the goddess of power) is manifested. Amongst these, the Karveer area (the area where the present town of Kolhapur is located), is of special significance. This is one of the six abodes of Shakti, where one can achieve both fulfillment of desires as well as salvation from them. It is therefore considered to be of greater significance than Uttar Kashi. Daily at 5-30 a.m. when the Mandir is opened, Aarati is performed after the worship of the idol's feet This is called 'Kakadarati.' Devotional songs in 'Bhup-Rag' are recited at that time. At 8-30 a.m. Mahapooja occurs followed by 'Mangalarati.' At 12-30 a.m., worship with fragrant flowers & Kumkum is done for the devotees camphor is burnt and 'Naivedya' (Rich dishes) is offered. If there is no Mahapooja from devotees, milk instead of Panchamrut (milk, curds, sugar, ghee & honey) is spilled on the feet followed by Aarati. This process continues till about 2 p. m. This is followed with a 'Pooja' where the goddess is offered ornaments. In the interiors of the Mandir, Vedic hymns are chanted. After 7-30 p.m., with ringing of bells, 'Aarati' is performed. This is called the 'Bhog -Aarati'. The ritual of 'Abhishek Vidhi'is carried on throughout the day. The temple is about 2-3 Minutes walking distance from our Hotel.

* Jyotiba temple : Situated at a height of 3100 feet, this holy site nestles in the mountains, also known as Wadi Ratnagiri. Jyotiba is supposed to be an incarnation of three gods -- Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh and the seer Jamadagni. A colorful fair takes place on the full moon night of the Hindu months of Chaitra and Vaishakh. During the fair, Devotees from various regions hoist "Sasan Kathi", which is the holy symbol of lord Jyotiba. Jyotiba lies 17 km to the north-west of Kolhapur .

* Panhala Fort : Panhala Fort Built in 1100 A.C.. Historic memories of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Hill Station. Carrying a rich heritage, Panhala Fort forms the largest of all the Deccan forts. This fort was built between the 1178-1209 AD, this is the only fort where the great ruler himself, Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is believed to have spent more than 500 days. The history of Panhala Fort is one of the oldest, and famous amongst Maratha warriors. Sajja Kothi, where Sambhaji was imprisoned. Ambabai Temple , where Shivaji used to seek blessings before venturing on expeditions. In addition to history, Panhala at an altitude of 977 m offers some inspiring scenery and a soothing climate. An average temperature of 25 *C.It is a must place to visit, while in kolhapur . A 45 minute journey, accompanied by beautiful landscape , a trip to Panhala will surely be a memorable one!

* New Palace : New Palace Recidence and a museum about memories of The Great Lokraja Shahuji Maharaj

* Rankala Lake . Rankala Lake About 2-4 minutes walking distance from our Hotel.

* Kanheri Math/ Siddhagiri Museum : Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math is a historical place. It is temple of Lord Shiva and the shiv-pindi was installed in the 14th century by a Lingayat Priest. Math is surrounded by a stone wall. It is 10 to 12km away from kolhapur city. The temple is situated on hill surrounded by natural beauty. Temple is great Architecture of basalt rock and of Hemadpanti style. It is peaceful place to get good spiritual experience. A 125 feet deep well and a 42 feet huge Shiva idol is worth seeing.

For this museum we can say that for while if you are being in Kolhapur then don't miss to see it. It is kind of itself. This museum showcases village life of India . It has theme of Swayampurna Gram Jivan i.e. self sufficient village in which every need of each person were get fulfilled in village itself so that they do not depend on external world.

There were 12 Alutedars 12 main profession-based castes i.e. Professions performed from generation to generations by families and 18 Balutedars, who provide equipments to all villagers to fulfill their day-to-day necessities domestic as well as professional. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and is surrounded with lush greenery. Every aspect of village life has been depicted in this museum.

The museum is created through the vision and efforts of Siddheshwar Trust.The Museum contains statues of people of self sufficient village while doing there daily activities. You can see farmer harvesting their grain. The shepherd engaged in managing his herd. Women fetching water from well. You can find the mother feeding her child. Children in school. You can see house of all kind of people and temple.

Apart from museum 'Great Ancient Indians' and Raashi Udyan ( Garden of Signs ) is place of attraction.

* Narsobawadi : Narsobawadi is a small village located close to Kolhapur , which attracts tourists in quite a large number. It is popularly know as Narsobachi Wadi. This place is situated at the confluence of river Krishna and Panchganga. Narsobawadi has a great archaeological significance.

Narsobawadi became a pilgrim centre as Shri Dattatreya, in his incarnation known as Narsinh Saraswati lived here for twelve years. Here there is no idol of Shri Dattatreya symbolising his presence. Instead of that his existence is symbolised by his "padukas "(slippers).

The itinerary for the event is as given below:

9 th March 2012:-

Board the Bus from our starting point at 9.30 PM...

10th March 2012:-

Reach Kolhapur (Hotel_Near Mahalakshmi temple/Rankala lake) at around 6.20am

Morning routine & Breakfast at Kolhapur and our day start as follow.

8.00 am to 10.30 am Mahalakshmi temple

10.30 am to 11.00 am Old palace + Bhawani mandap

11.00 am to 12.30 pm Lunch

12.30 pm to 2.00 pm New Palace (Museum)

2.00 pm to 3.30 pm Jyotiba Temple

3.30 pm to 5.00 pm Panhala Fort

5.00 pm to 5.30pm Tea + Snacks

5.30 pm to 7.00 pm Shopping at Kolhapur

7.00 pm to 8.00 pm Dinner

8.00 pm to 9.00 pm Rankala lake (2-3 minutes walking distance from hotel)

9.00 pm will go for rest at (Hotel near Mahalakshmi temple).

One can attend Mahalakshmi Aarti at 10.30 PM (Optional).

11th March 2012:-

( Those who want to take Mahalaksmi darshan + Kakad Aarti can wake before 5.00 am self)

Morning routine & our day start as follows:

6.00am to 7.00 am Break-fast +Tea

7.00 am to 10.00 am Kanheri Math

10.00 am to 12.15 pm Narsobachi wadi

12.15 pm to 1.00 pm Lunch

start our return journey to Mumbai, we will be reaching Mumbai by 8.00 - 9.00 pm

What to Bring :

● Some ready-to-eat food ● A bottle of water (at least 2 liter) ● Extra Pair of clothes ● Polythene bag for your garbage ● Medicine that you require usually ● Comfortable shoes, sandals ●Warm cloths ● Blanket + Bed - sheet. ● A haversack to put in all the things to be carried.... ● Cap/ Hat, Sunglass ● Torch

For any further information contact us

Vikrant Jadhav :9967346067 , 8097916426

Sushant Khamkar : 7738678989, 8108418778

E-mail us on : vikrant.jadhav97@gmail.com , sushantk86@gmail.com

General Rules for the participants and members:-

* We all are going for an interesting & Devotional Visit, please Do Not miss-interpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR.

* Do not destroy or litter the archaeological, historical monuments.

* Any kind of substance abuse, including alcohol is strictly prohibited during the entire trip.

* Please do not carry or wear any valuables. Each individual would be responsible for their own belongings and the event organizers would not be liable for any losses.

Important request: We should strictly follow the above codes of conduct, to avoid causing inconvenience to our fellow visitors from our group or outside.

Please share this information with your friends. We look forward to your active participation.

Special note : Please obey the Time Limit.

Upcoming Event:

Tour:

Ozar + Lenyadri + Shivneri+ Malshej Ghat - June

Malwan Tour (Ganpati Mandir, Bharadi devi, Rock Garden, Sindhudurga fort, Tarkarli, Kunkeshwar ) - Oct

Trek:

Rajgad-Torna

Dhak-Bahiri

Thanks and Regards,
Vikrant Jadhav

Nainital Trekking and Adventure Camp 2012 by Intermount Adventure – Mr. Pradeep Chachad Date – 22 to 31 May 2012

2012-02-02T02:02:00.000-08:00

Itinerary

• Travel by Mumbai to Delhi by AC train and then to Ramnagar by train
• Ramnagar Site seeing
• Jim Corbett national park, Swimming at Kosi River
• By bus to Nainital
• Trek to Naina Peak, boating
• Trek to Hanuman Garhi, Rajbhavan,
• Snow View point by cable car
• Rock climbing, rappelling, visit to city
• Trek to Kilabaury
• Team building games
Back journey Nainital to Delhi and Delhi to Mumbai
Entry Fee Rs. 12,200/-
Last date of confirmation – 15 February 2012 [for rail booking]
Contact – Mr. Pradeep – 9819419232 or Kishore – 9820593434
For more details check : http://intermount.in/

Sahyamitra Trek to Paawan Khind, Vishalgad, Panhala, Bhudargad, Samangad & Nesari February 9, 2012

2012-01-10T19:16:00.001-08:00

Dear Trekkers,

Sahyamitra trek group is glad to announce a much awaited trek to Paawan Khind, Vishal Gad, Panhala, Bhudar Gad Saman Gad & Nesari with the pleasant company of Shri. Appa Parab to enlighten us all on the historical value and events that took place on these forts.

Trek: Paavan Khind, Vishal Gad, Panhala, Bhudar Gad, Saman Gad & Nesari. Kolhapur Dist.

Dates: 10th to 12th February 2012 (3 days)
Contribution: Rs.2900/- per person
Contribution includes expenses of Break fast, lunch, dinner and transportation Dadar-Kolhapur-Dadar only.

Meeting point: 9th February (Thursday), meeting venue to be announced later.

Very Imp: Limited 40 participants only. Bookings on 'First come, First serve' basis. Kindly confirm your seats before 26th January to the below listed volunteers.

Itinerary

Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 11 PM (21:00 Hrs) departure from Dadar (meeting venue will be announced later.)
Friday, February 10, 2012 – 8 AM (08:00 Hrs) Breakfast at Malkapur
12 PM to 1 PM (12:00 to 13:00 Hrs) – Trek at Paawan Khind- Vishalgad
Lunch at Malkapur and Depart for Trek Panhala
Night Stay at Panhala
Saturday, February 11, 2012 – Trek at Bhudargad and Samangad
Proceed to Nesari and Night Stay at Nesari
Sunday, Febryuary 12, 2012 - Trek to Nesari.

We will visit all the forts by bus only, but we reserve all rights to change the program as required.

Commence return journey to Mumbai post Lunch (Via Pune)

IMP Note: -
• Carry 2 liter water-bottle (with water in it), compulsory.
• Don't' carry valuable things.
• PLEASE carry your goods / extra clothes in plastic bags.
• Dish, Glass, Sleeping mat, Bed sheet and Torch, Trekking shoes / Floater, compulsory.
• Self Medicine prescribed by your family doctor.
• Drinking and smoking strictly Prohibited.

Please confirm your seat by paying Rs.1500/- to any of the leaders listed below.

Volunteers contact No and Area :-

Thane - Geeta Mane. Cell:- 96191 99321
Malad - Sunil Sapkal. Cell:- 99878 23091
Sandhurst Road- Pritam Akleykar Cell:- 98926 84623, Res:- 2373 8168
Pune - Santosh Shivle, Cell:- 98921 88086
Vasai - Pawan Deshmukh Cell:- 9225261927
Kalyan - Meghan Patankar Cell:- 9969695882
Parel - Usha Parab Cell:- 99201 83131, Res:- 2418 4081
LalBaug - Swapnil Parab Res:- 2470 1486
Thane - Sagar Sawant Cell:- 98697 59215 / 93244 45725
Vikroli - Ravindra Shirsekar Cell:- 98693 44383, Res:- 5555 1731
Western Suburbs – Saurabh Pradhan Cell 9769765127

GIRIDARSHAN KOLHAPUR Bike Trekking 23,24,25 December 2011

2011-12-19T07:56:00.001-08:00

GIRIDARSHAN KOLHAPUR Bike Trekking 23,24,25 December 2011

SCHEDULE

Day 1 – 23rd December ( 350 Kms / 2 Forts )

05.30AM - Assesmble at club Office
05.30AM to 08.30AM - Pune to Satara
08.30AM to 09.30AM - Breakfast
09.30AM to 01.00PM - Satara to Kolhapur
01.00PM to 02.00PM - Lunch
02.00PM to 04.00PM - Kolhapur to Vallabhgad
04.00PM to 05.00PM - See fort Vallabhgad
05.00PM to 06.00PM - Vallabhgad to Samangad
06.00PM to 07.00PM - Tea & Snacks
07.00PM to 08.30PM - Timepass Gappa Tappa
08.30PM to 09.30PM - Dinner
09.30PM to 10.00PM - Gappa tappa
10.00PM - Good Night

Day 2 - 24th December ( 200 Kms / 3 Forts )

06.00AM - Good Morning
06.00AM to 07.00AM - Refreshments
07.00AM to 08.00AM - See Samangad
08.00AM to 08.30AM - Samangad to Base Village
08.30AM to 09.30AM - Breakfast
09.30AM to 11.00AM - Samangad to Mahipalgad
11.00AM to 12.00PM - See Mahipalgad
12.00PM to 01.00PM - Mahipalgad to Kalnandigad Base
01.00PM to 02.00PM - Lunch
02.00PM to 03.30PM - See Kalnandigad
03.30PM to 04.30PM - Kalnandigad to Pargad
04.30PM to 05.30PM - Tea & Snacks
05.30PM to 06.30PM - See Pargad
06.30PM to 08.00PM - Timepass Gappa Tappa
08.30Pm to 09.30PM - Dinner
09.30PM to 10.00PM - Gappa Tappa
10.00PM - Good Night

Day 3 - 25th December ( 350 Kms / 1 Forts )

06.00AM - Good Morning
06.00AM to 07.00AM - Refreshments
07.00AM to 07.30AM - Tea
07.30AM to 09.00AM - Pargad to Bhudargad
09.00AM to 10.00AM - Breakfast
10.00AM to 12.00PM - See Bhudargad
12.00PM to 01.30PM - Bhudargad to Kolhapur
01.30PM to 02.30PM - Lunch
02.30PM to 04.30PM - Kolhapur to Satara
04.30PM to 05.00PM - Tea & Snacks
05.00PM to 07.30PM - Satara to Pune

Dhak – Bahiri Trek & Rappelling 24th Dec 2011

2011-12-12T06:27:00.000-08:00

Description

Dhak – Bahiri Trek & Rappelling 24th Dec 2011

If you are adventure lover or want to try some adventure or plainly looking for a break from your daily routine then join the club. Here is the chance to get away from the cities crowd and noise to the evergreen, ever loving Mother Nature .And this time its not just any adventure or recreational activity but lots more fun with trekking & rappelling in Dhak – Bahiri

Some details about Dhak Bahiri
Dhak Bahiri is a hill cave in the raigad region of India. Its history is linked with that of rajmachi ghats, and it has played a major role in guarding the surrounding region. The height of the fort is 2300 ft MSL. The most interesting point on this fort is this cliff, which has always fascinated many people from many years.

Friends there are one rock patch which is very tough & thrilling. It is really a good time to do the trekking & rappelling both together.
Grade: Medium
Duration: Leave Mumbai on 24th midnight.
Here is the schedule:
24th December, 2011

00:30 am – meet at Dadar
01:00 am – meet at Thane
01:30 am – meet at Kalyan
reach Karjat approx 03:00am then rest.
06:00 am - Local transportation from Karjat to Sandshi (base village)
07:30 am - Trekking Start.
It takes about 3 hrs of trekking depend on speed.
We will come across one rock climbing patch
1:00pm - return trek start.
5:30pm – Sandshi Village
Expected time of arrival in Karjat is 7:00 pm
Things to Carry
Suggest to carry minimum luggage to be carried in small sacks.
1. Min 2 liters. Water per person compulsory.
2. Sleeping gear (either sleeping bag or carry mat and shawl)
3. Personal Medicines, Electoral and Glucon D
4. Good trekking Shoes (compulsory)
5. Camera (optional)
6. Pack lunch for 24th.

Good bag to carry all the things.

Please come in comfortable clothes like trek pants and T-shirts along with Trek shoes

Cost: Rs 500/-

Maximum Participants: - 25

Included in fees:
It will cover your traveling charge Karjat to Karjat, breakfast, technical expert and safety equipment.

What is not included in fees:
Mineral Water, Cold drinks, etc.
Snacks like chips.
Anything not mentioned in included list consider it to be out of package.

Registration is on first come first serve basis

Your confirmation is considered only after receiving the registration amount.
Registration Amount: Rs. 300/-

Contact: Miron:- 9920125528
To get regular update about latest event register your email id at below like.

http://eepurl.com/fd1bM

Ask your family and friends to join us today and enjoy thrilling adventure.
Please note:
That unlike conventional picnic, it is an adventure event wherein we are going to take local transport, eat available local food. It’s absolutely safe and easy trek if any unnecessary risk and bravado is avoided.

Happy & Safe Trekking.....

Photography Tour to Dandeli anshi Tiger resreve December 23, 2011

2011-12-06T08:12:00.001-08:00

Dandeli Anshi Is famous for Elephant & tigre. U get many good picture of Wild Animal &

birds . Contribution - 5000/- rs including kop to kop Everything

By Swapnil Pawar

http://www.facebook.com/swap279

Camp to Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve

May 1, 2012

‎5 days

Call Abhijeet Lokhande 9860299922

Fees at Rs. 10,500 per head. Includes food, stay and travel from Mumbai to Mumbai.

Sahyadri Pratishthan Kolhapur

2011-11-02T08:43:00.000-07:00

Sahayadri Pratishthan is a historical cultural group from kolhapur. We are spreading the ancient war art.

सह्याद्री प्रतिष्ठान ही इतिहासावर काम करणारी कोल्हापुर, महाराष्ट्र येथील एक संघटना आहे....शिवकालीन युध्दकला मोफ़त प्रशिक्षण दिले जाते.

अध्यक्ष - हेमंत साळोखे - 9823032975

उपाध्यक्ष - संग्राम जाधव - 9423040640

कार्याध्यक्ष - राम यादव - 9423859010

सचिव - प्रविण हुबाळे - 9923179002

संचालक - सागर यादव - 9890279001

संचालक - संदिप खांडेकर - 7350198048

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Kolhapur, India

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"Aparachit Gadkot" a photo exhibition from 5-10 Nov 2011

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Girimitra Pratishthan,Mumbai & Nisargved Pariwar,Kolhapur organizes
"Aparachit Gadkot" a photo exhibition from 5-10 Nov 2011 between 11am to 8pm
@ Anand Balbhavan Kaladalan, Nr.Ramkrishna Hotel,Dombivli East.
Inauguration by India’s First Civilian Mt.Everest Expedition Leader
Shri.Hrishikesh Yadav & Senior Mountaineer Shri.Rajan Bagwe Sir.
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Tourist attractions around maharashtra

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Places	Attractions	Accessibility	Entry Point & Distance	Accomodation
Dahanu-Bordi	Beach	Road	Mumbai	Tent Resort
Ganapatipule	Beach	Road	Mumbai	All types
Mandwa & Kihim	Beach	Road	Mumbai -136 kms	Tent Resort
Marve, Manori & Gorai	Beach	Road	Mumbai -40 kms	Tent Resort
Shriwardhan- Harihareshwar	Beach	Road	Mumbai	Tent Resort
Tarkarli	Beach	Road	Kudal	Tent Resort
Velneshwar	Beach	Road	Mumbai -370 kms	NA
Vengurla- Malvan	Beach	Rail/Road/Air	Kudal, Mumbai & Goa	NA
Alandi	Shrine
Anwa Temple	Shrine
Ashtavinayak	Shrine	Road	Pune - 38 kms.	NA
Bahubali of Kumbhojgiri	Shrine
Bhimashankar	Shrine
Dehu	Shrine
Ghrishneshwar Temple	Shrine
Haji Ali Shrine	Shrine
Jejuri	Shrine
Jyotiba	Shrine
Khidrapur	Shrine
Khuldabad	Shrine
Mahalaxmi Temple	Shrine	Road	Kolhapur	All types
Mahalaxmi Temple, Mumbai	Shrine
Meherabad	Shrine
Narasimha Wadi	Shrine
Ramteerth	Shrine
Saptashringi Devi Temple	Shrine
Shirdi	Shrine	Road/Rail	Nashik - 122 kms	Semi-luxury/ Budget
Siddhivinayak Temple	Shrine
Trimbakeshwar	Shrine	Road	Nashik - 36 kms.	Budget
Bhamragarh	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur - 370 kms via Chadrapur	Budget
Bor	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur -80 kms	Budget
Chaprala	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur -243 kms via Chandrapur	Budget
Dajipur Bison	Sanctuary	Road	Kolhapur - 80 kms.	Budget
Nagzira	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur- 120 kms	Budget
Navegaon	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur - 150 kms.	Budget
Tipeshwar	Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur - 172 kms	Budget
Chikhaldara	Hill station/Sanctuary	Road	Nagpur	Semi-Luxury/Budget
Pench	National Park	Road	Nagpur - 70 kms	Budget
Tadoba	National Park	Road	Nagpur -140 kms	Budget
Bassein	Fort	Road	Mumbai -77 kms	NA
Daulatabad	Fort	Road	Aurangabad	NA
Gavilgad	Fort	Road
Murud-Janjira	Fort	Road	Mumbai -165 kms	NA
Panhala	Fort	Road	Kolhapur - 18 kms	Budget
Raigad	Fort	Road	Pune	NA
Sinhagad	Fort	Road	Pune - 25 kms.	NA
Vijaydurg	Fort	Road	Mumbai - Mitbhav	NA
Sindhudurg	Fort	Road	Kudal	Tent Resort/Budget Available at Malvan
Amboli	Hill Station	Road	Kudal - 50 kms.	Semi-Luxury/Budget
Chikhaldara	Hill Station	Road	Nagpur	Semi-Luxury/Budget
Jawhar	Hill Station	Road	Nashik - 80 kms.	Budget
Khandala, Lonavala & Karla	Hill Station	Road / Rail	Mumbai Pune	All types Available
Mahabaleshwar	Hill Station	Road	Mumbai Pune	All types Available
Matheran	Hill Station	Road / Rail	Mumbai Pune (nearest railhead is Neral)	Semi-Luxury/Budget
Panchgani	Hill Station	Road	Near to Mahabaleshwar	All types Available
Panhala	Hill Station	Road	Kolhapur - 24 kms	Budget
Aurangabad	Metro / Historical	Road/Rail/Air	Mumbai	All types Available
Kohlapur	Metro / Historical	Road/Rail/Air	Mumbai	All types Available
Mumbai	Metro / Historical	Air/Road/ Rail/Water	Mumbai	All types Available
Nashik	Metro / Historical	Road/Rail/Air	Mumbai - 185 kms	All types Available
Pune	Metro / Historical	Road/Rail/Air	Mumbai - 160 kms	All types Available
Karla	Buddhist caves/ Adventure	Road / Rail	Lonavala -12 kms.	Semi- Luxury/ Budget
Ajantha & Ellora	Historical
Lonar	Historical	Road	Aurangabad -170 kms	NA
Panshet	Lake /Adventure	Road	Pune - 30 kms	Semi- Luxury

MTDC Panhala

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Panhala

The history of Panhala is also the history of Marathas. There are innumerable places of interest , each with its share of haunting anecdotes. Sajja Kothi, where Sambhaji was imprisoned. Ambabai Temple, where Shivaji used to seek blessings before venturing on expeditions. Pavankhind, where Baji Prabhu laid down his life to cover Shivaji's escape. In addition to history, Panhala at an altitude of 977 m offers some inspiring scenery and a soothing climate.

Weather

An average temperature of 25 C.

Getting There

Nearest airport is Kolhapur at 20-km.

Nearest railhead is Kolhapur, 18 kms. on south central Railway.

Mumbai-Panhala, 428 kms via Kolhapur, Kolhapur-panhala, 18 kms. State Transport buses ply from Kolhapur, Belgaum to Panhala.

Accommodation

MTDC-self-contained 9 rooms and 4 Tents (seasonal).*Privatised self-contained 12 rooms and 2 Dormitories.

Check out time

MTDC 9.00 a.m. Privatized 12.00 noon.

Reservation

Mumbai, Kolhapur and Panhala.

Address	MANAGER HOLIDAY RESORT PANHALA,DIST,KOLHAPUR,PIN CODE NO 416201
STD Code	02328
Telephone No.	235048
Fax No.
Check In Time	9:00 AM IST
Check Out Time	9:00 AM IST
Attraction	CHARMING HILL RESORT & HISTORIC FORT.18KM FROM KOLHAPUR & 9KM FROM JYOTIBA HILL.

'A ' COTTAGES. Tariff (INR) 1200/- Rupees
STANDARD ROOM NON-A.C. 740/- Rupees

Accomodation Kolhapur

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Kolhapur

Sr.No.	Place & District			Status
1	Panhala*, Tal. Panhala			Holiday resort & open land given on long lease (Build up area 649 sq.m.out of 13621sq.m.)
2	Panhala Fort, Tal. Panhala			Holiday Resort given on short lease (Build up area 438.20 sq.m. out of 13621 sq.m.)
3	Dajipur-I*, Tal. Radhanagari (CLOSED?)			Holiday Resort given on short lease.
4	Dajipur-II*, Tal. Radhanagari(CLOSED?)	424	MTDC	Open land in possession with MTDC.
5	Gaganbavda*, Tal. Gaganbavde	Gat No. 67	MTDC	Holiday Resort given on short lease.
6	Jyotiba, Tal-Panhala	Gat No. 4	MTDC	Holiday Resort given on short lease.

Places to stay in Kolhapur - Kolhapur bed and breakfast

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MAHARASHTRA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

CORPORATION.

Residence Register under Bed & Breakfast Scheme as on 31st December’ 2009

KOLHAPUR

Sr. No.

Name Addresss & Tel.No. of the

Party

Registration

No.

No. of Rooms

& bed

capacity

Tariff

Date

Registration

Smt. Veena Milind Bandivadekar,

At Post & Tal. Panhala,

Prabhag No.11, Near Mayur Gunj

Udyan , Dist. Kolhapur

Tel. 952328 235367 / 235369

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs.350/-

Ext. Rs.75/-

22/08/2001

Shri Raju Hanumantrao Joshi

1413, ‘C’ Ward Laxmipuri,

Kolhapur, Tal. Karvee, Dist. Kolhapur

Tel. 95231 2641163/94414125

1 Dor.

10 bed

Rs.100/- PH

Ext Rs.50/-

08/03/2002

Shri Kiran Hanumantrao Joshi

1413 ‘C’ Ward, Laxmipuri Kolhapur

Dist. Kolhapur, Tel. 95231 2641977

2641163

5 Rooms

10 Bedded

Rs.500/-

Rs.250/-

Ext. Rs.50/- P.H.

30/06/2002

Smt. Swati Suhas Karmarkar

At Post Panhala Kolhapur

Tal. Dist. Kolhapur

Tel. 952328 235386 / 9822410084.

Pune 9520 24451733

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 600/-

Ext. Rs. 75/-

30/06/2002

“Hirwai”

Shri Chandrakant Paygonda Patil

Bharat Housing 8, Rajarampuri (East),

Gali No.7, Kolhapur 416 008

Tel. Mumbai 25615611, 9226476644.

Mob. 9823353005 / 9823343004

2 Rooms

4 Bedded

Rs. 400/-

Ext. Rs. 100/-

26/03/2003

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Shri Vihar Krishna Kashid

Budhwar Peth, Ramapur,

Tal. Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur,

Tel. 952328 2607571,

Mob. 9823597227 / 9371128325

178

2 Rooms

4 Bedded

Rs.300/-

Rs.250/-

04/04/2005

Smt. Hira Madhav Kurade

543/B, Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur

Tel. 952328 235138 / 235554

4 Double

Bedded

Rs.400/-

Rs.350/-

Ext. Rs. 75/-

24/06/1997

Sr. No.

Name Addresss & Tel.No. of the

Party

Registration

No.

No. of Rooms

& bed

capacity

Tariff

Date

Registration

Shri Ramesh Dattatraya Kawade

637, Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur 416 201

Tel. 952328 235072

5 Rooms

Double

Bedded

Rs.950/-

(Season)

Rs.550/-

(Off Season)

12/08/1997

Smt. Trupti Srikant Purekar

E761/3B, Chabada Complex, Unit no.

7, Mule Vihar, Vinus Corner,

Kolhapur, Mob. 9422415444.

238

Dormitory

10 Bedded

Rs 100/- per head

Rs. 75/-

18/09/2006

Mrs.Sarita Dilip Dalvi

At Po.Tal.Panhana, Near Someshwar

lake, Dist.Kolhapur,

Tel.952328 235343 / 9890222343

315

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 350/-

Rs. 300/-

Rs.75/-

18/12/2007

Mr.Mohan Sadashiv Patil

At Po.Tal.Panhala, Dist.Kolhapur,

Near Tabak Uddyan,

Tel.9970345732.

316

5 Rooms

10 Bedded

Rs. 300/-

Rs.75/-

18/12/2007

Mr.Balwant Shripatrao Ghorpade

At. Panhala. Tal.Panhala,

Dist.Kolhapur, Tel.9860355599 /

9960367834.

325

1 Rooms

2 Bedded

Rs.300/-

21/02/2008

Shri Dayanand Sarvottam Shetty

1432,Om Plaza,T 5,6,7,

Kunda Aul, Laxmipuri, Kolhapur

Mob: 9326601733

402

5 Rooms

10 Bedded

Rs. 450/-

Rs.100/-

09/05/2008

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Shri Jaydeep Nandkumar Joshi

C.S. No. 600, A4 Bhosale Galli,

Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur

989088262

404

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 400/-

09/05/2008

Shri Vijay Vishnupant Poll

C.S No. 634, Plot No. 24

Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur

02321 – 2640811, 9371630099

9960307834

403

2 Rooms

4 Bedded

Rs. 1200/-

09/05/2008

Sr.

No.

Name Addresss & Tel.No. of the

Party

Registration

No.

No. of Rooms

& bed

capacity

Tariff

Date

Registration

Dr. Jaydeep Nandakumar Joshi

Sur. No. 600, A/4,

Bhosale Gulli, Panhala

Dist. Kolhapur.

989088262

404

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 400/-

09/05/2008

Smt. Surayya Sikandar Mujawar

323, Guruwar Peth, Main Road,

Tal. Panhala, Dist. Kolhapur

952328 – 235123 / 9423043123

472

2 Rooms

4 Bedded

Rs. 1000/-

Ext. Person 150/-

10/12/2008

Shri Amol Anil Purohit

325 / K, New Sahupuri,

Near Dhabolkar Chock,

Dist. Kolhapur.

9422581131 / 95231 – 2651780

487

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 400/-

13/01/2009

Shri Narayan Givind Gothankar

“Atarva Residency”, 2588,

A Ward, Varuntritha, Kolhapur

9422044964

529

4 Rooms

8 Bedded

Rs. 300/-

01.07.2009

Shri Pramod Gulaberao Awte

At post.aaba–talwade ,tal –shahuwadi,

Dist-kolhapur.

9403602781/9850595115

595

3 Rooms

6 Bedded

Rs.350/-

20.01.2010

Attractions and info about kolhapur

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Hospitality

Hotels

There are a number of hotels ranging from budget to the upper end. The main area where the hotels are located is 10 to 15 minutes walking distance from the centre of town.

Resturants

Kolhapur is a haven for connoisseurs of good food. The Maharashtrian thali is always a food lover's delight. In addition, Kolhapur is famous for its spicy hot food and almost all preparations are cooked with Sankeshwari or Lavangi chillies. For first-timers, it is advisable to go easy on the chillies! Local delicacies include misal (a mixture of cooked pulses) and mutton rassa (gravy). Also taste the rich, creamy milk from Kolhapur and the delicious jaggery and semi-solid hot kakavi which is processed sugarcane juice.
The restaurants are situated around the bus stand area, and in the evening dozens of stalls set up there too with mouth-watering snacks.

Arts, aristocracy and graciousness. A legacy of valour combined with a culture steeped in spiritualism, education and modernism. Kolhapur with its myriad images emerges as a city with a multi-faceted persona and a rich cultural, historical and mythical past. Ancient texts such as the Padmapurana and the Skandapurana speak in glowing terms of Karveer or Dakshin Kashi which is, in fact modern-day Kolhapur on the banks of river Panchaganga nestling among the Sahyadri ranges.

A journey through the past reveals that Kolhapur has lived through the regimes of various rulers from the mythical past to the modern age. The Hindu era lasted till 1347, followed by the Muslim rule which was from 1347-1700. The magnificent temples of Kolhapur were built during the glorious periods of the Satavahana kings and the Shilaharas. The Marathas controlled this area from 1700 to 1849. In 1849, the British took over and Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj was installed as the ruler of Kolhapur.

Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj's reign lent a progressive spirit to the city and he extended his patronage to theatre, films, music, painting, sculpture, wrestling and crafts. As result, the city has a rich cultural ethos. In 1945, archaeological excavations close to a hill named Brahmagiri on the banks of the river Panchaganga revealed the existence of an ancient town dating back to the Roman times. Today, Kolhapur combines its artistic past with a dynamic present and is a modern, industrial city.

Weather

Since the western part of Kolhapur is at a height and hilly, the overall climate of this area is cool. However it does tend to get hot and dry during summer. The monsoon season is from June to September.

Getting Around

Auto-rickshaws are the most common mode of transport along with the bus service run by the municipal corporation. Taxis are available but not that common.

Tourist Offices

The MTDC tourist office is a five minute walk from the station, on Station Road, and is open from 10 am to 6 pm on weekdays and 8.30 am to noon and 4 to 6 pm on weekends.

How to Get There ?

Kolhapur is well connected to the rest of the state and country. By air, you can reach Kolhapur from Mumbai by a one-hour plane journey. Ujalaiwadi Airport is 10 kms from the main city of Kolhapur.

By train, it is a 10 to 11 hour journey from Mumbai or Bangalore. There are several day and night trains that leave Dadar or Chhtrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai for Kolhapur.

By road, Kolhapur can be reached easily from Mumbai, Pune and other places. There are regular State and private buses that ply between Kolhapur and Mumbai/Pune. Kolhapur is 395 kms from Mumbai and 225 kms from Pune.

There are a few places that you can visit to unwind and enjoy yourself. Around Rankala Lake, there is enough to keep you occupied. You can enjoy Marathi, Hindi and English movies. Try to catch a stage show at Keshavrao Bhosale Theatre or a tamasha, which is a wonderful musical drama.

Wrestling

Traditional wrestling or kusti has been patronized by the people of Kolhapur since many years. The Rajarshi Shahu Khasbag Maidan or wrestling ground can seat thousands of spectators and is popular with both locals and outsiders. The main wrestling season is between June and September.

Mahalaxmi Temple

This exquisitely carved temple draws millions of pilgrims from all over India and is an important spiritual centre. Over the years, members of several royal families have sought the blessings of the goddess -- Mahalaxmi or Amba Bai. The temple complex has artistically sculpted structures and houses the temples of other deities such as Kashi Vishweshwar, Kartikaswami, Sheshashayi, Siddhivinayak, Mahaswaraswati, Mahakali, Shree Dutta and Shree Ram

In the seventh century AD, the Chalukya ruler, Karandev initiated the construction of this temple and later on in the ninth century, the Shilahara Yadavas beautified it further. The sanctum sanctorum houses the revered idol of the goddess weighing 40 kgs. The idol has not been fashioned by any human being but exists in its natural form -- a primeval monolith of uncut diamonds and precious stones. This is known as Swayambhu.

Besides the 'Palkhi' ritual performed on every Friday, there are enthusiastic celebrations on the Hindu festivals of Chaitra Poornima and Navratri. The temple also holds music concerts wherein renowned artistes perform during festivals.

Timings: The temple is open from 4 pm to 11pm.
Devotees can stay at the nearby dharamshala (boarding house) for a nominal fee.

The New Palace (Chhatrapati Sahu Museum)

A royal palace partly converted into an unforgettable museum, the New Palace has lush green parks, a zoo and a picturesque lake to soothe tired souls.

The museum houses rare paintings and artifacts used by the royal family. Royal weapons and a tableau depicting court life of the last century create an aristocratic ambience.

The Town Hall Museum

Antiques found during the excavations at Brahmagiri, old sculptures, filigree work in sandal wood and ivory, old coins and paintings of master artists of the region are all displayed here.

The Old Palace

Located behind the temple of Mahalaxmi, this magnificent structure has an impressive marqee with filigree work in stone. It also houses a temple of the goddess Bhawani

Binkhambi Ganesh Mandir

Students of architecture will enjoy visiting this place as this unique temple does not have any pillars.

Rankala Lake

This wide and spacious lake is so called because at its centre lies the temple of Rankabhairav. Legend has it that a golden temple is submerged under the temple of Rankabhairav. The Shalini Palace stands on the west bank of the lake. It is built of intricately carved black stone and Italian marble. Recently, the palace was converted into a hotel.

Around Kolhapur

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Panhala

Weather:

An average temperature of 25 C.

Vishalgad

The name Vishalgad itself connotes grandeur and magnificence. This picturesque fort contains the Amriteshwar Temple, Takmak Tok, Sati Vrindavan and the dargah or tomb of Hazrat Malikdhyan Baba, visited by hundreds of devotees.

Getting there : Vishalgad is 76 kms north-west of Kolhapur.

Saamaangad

This fort has inspiring fables woven around it. Situated in the Gadhinglaj taluka or district the fort has secret passages and strong bastions.

Bhudargad

This fort is situated on a huge vertical rock amidst mountain ranges. It is said to resemble from a distance, the crescent moon in the matted hair of the god Shiva.

Getting there: Located about 50 kms south of Kolhapur

Paargad

Surrounded by lush greenery and a picturesque forest, the fort has exquisite bronze statues of Shivaji and a temple of Bhagawati Bhawani.

Getting there: Paargad lies to the south of Kolhapur, 28 kms from Chandgad.

Narasimha Wadi

This holy place is situated on the confluence of the rivers Krishna and Panchaganga. It is well known for the holy padukas or slippers of Dattaguru ( an incarnation of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh). Narasimha Saraswati, considered an incarnation of Dattaguru lived here for 12 years.

Getting there: Narasimha Wadi is 45 kms from Kolhapur.

Jyotiba

Situated at a height of 3100 feet, this holy site nestles in the mountains near Wadi Ratnagiri. Jyotiba is supposed to be an incarnation of three gods -- Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh and the seer Jamadagni. A mammoth colourful fair takes place on the full moon night of the Hindu months of Chaitra and Vaishakh.

Getting there: Jyotiba lies 17 kms north-west of Kolhapur.

Bahubali of Kumbhojgiri

This site is revered by both Hindus and Jains. Devotees flock here to pay respect to the 28 feet tall marble statue of Bahubali and visit the temples of the 24 tirthankaras or saints. A Durgamata temple on the hill nearby is another place of pilgramage.

Getting there : This site is 27 kms to the south of Kolhapur.

Khidrapur

The artistic temple of Kopeshwar or Mahadev at Khidrapur is a treasure-house of beautifully carved sculptures and a rare architectural marvel. The entire temple rests on a gajapeeth which is a semi-circular platform resting on the back of 92 carved elephants.

Giroli Tourist Park

Tropical flora and fauna, the wild cry of the peacock, the chirp of the forest birds and then a well-planned visit to Panhala, Jyotiba, Warnanagar and the carvings of Pohale, make for a complete holiday experience. The restaurant in the park offers delectable food from Kolhapur, Goa, karnataka and the Konkan region.

Dajipur Bison Sanctuary

The jungle resort of Dajipur is situated on the border of Kolhapur and Sindhudurg districts. Surrounded by rugged mountains and dense forests, this secluded little place is completely cut-off from human habitat. Home to bison, wild deer, chital, gawa and many more spectacular wild animals and birds.

Dajipur is an exciting and beautiful holiday getaway, situated 1200 metres above sea level. An excursion in the vicinity to the Gagangiri Maharaj's Math makes for a pleasant outing. This scenic resort near the backwaters of the Radhanagari Dam is highly recommended for wildlife lovers and nature enthusiasts.

Getting there: Kolhapur, about 80 kms away is the most convenient airport and railhead. It can be accessed by road as well. Radhanagari to Dajipur is 30 kms.

Ramteerth

A scenic picnic spot in Ajra taluka, with ancient temples, a river, an old coffee plantation and an orchard, lend a quaint charm to this place. According to legend, the place is so named because Rama stayed here during his vanvaas or exile in the forest. It is well known for its breathtaking natural beauty.

Amba

Amba is situated on the tip of the Western Ghats and is a wonderful new holiday spot. With plenty of stunning scenery and forested area around, Amba is as yet not cluttered with tourists. There is a beautiful two-hour long trek that starts from the forest leading up to the hill, to reveal a stunning view of the Konkan and Deccan plateau.

Getting there: Amba is about 65 kms from Kolhapur on the Kolhapur-Ratnagiri highway.

Amboli

Snuggling coyly, in the southern ranges of the Sahyadri hills, Amboli at an altitude of 690 m is the last mountain resort before the coastal highlands settle, with a sigh, to form flat beaches.

Visit numerous view points for a pleasant view of the lush hills and fertile plain. Seaview Point offers a rare view of the land all the way to the golden Konkan coast. You can spend hours angling for a fish at Hiranya Keshi or picnic at Nagatta Falls, Mahadev Gad and Narayan Gad. Another pleasant and different expedition is a visit to the Bauxite Mines, 10 kms away. For a few days of isolation, Amboli is an ideal resort.

Getting around: Taxis and richskaws are available, though horseback and bicycles could add to the feeling of getting away from it all.

Weather: Amboli has a cool and invigorating climate -- a welcome respite in summer.

Getting there: Belgaum 64 kms away, is the nearest airport and the most convenient railhead is Sawantwadi on the Konkan Railway. Mumbai is 549 kms by road. Pune is 390 kms. State Transport buses ply from Vengurla, Sawantwadi, Ratnagiri, and Belgaum.

Kolhapur Historical Events

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1. 1000 to 1020 Establishment of Shilahara dynasty at Kolhapur.
2. Before 1024 Conquest of Kolhapur by Chalukya.
3. 1093-1142 Installation of Mahalakshmi, Mahakali, Kolla and Konkala at Kolhapur by Jaysinha Siddharaja.
4. 1178-1209 Panhala made capital by Shilaara Bhojraja.
5. 1210 Shilahara Bhoja defeated by Singhana at Umalvad.
6. 1470 Camp of Mahmud Gawan at Kolhapur.
7. 1470 Rangna captured by Bahamanis.
8. 1486 Kolhapur occupied by Bahadur Gilani.
9. 1636 Kolhapur captured by Khan Zaman.
10. 1659 Kolhapur captured by Shivaji.
11. 1673 Panhala captured by Shivaji.
12. 1680 Sambhaji confined at Panhala.
13. 1700 Kolhapur Gadi established.
14. 1701 Sir William Norris, the English Ambassador visited Aurangzeb at Panhala.
15. 1722 Image of Ambabai installed.
16. 1731 Treaty of Warana between Shahu and Sambhaji.
17. 1776 Kolhapur besieged by Konherarav.
18. 1778 Kolhapur attacked by Mahadji Shinde.
19. 1799 Parshurambhau killed at Pathankudi.
20. 1821 Shambhu or Abasaheb murdered in Kolhapur.
21. 1827 English march against Kolhapur.
22. 1844 Garrisons of Samangad and Bhudargad revolt.
23. 1857 Meeting of native infantry at Kolhapur.
24. 1884 Chhatrapati Shahu ascended the throne.
25. 1891-92 Kolhapur Railway Station founded.
26. 1947 Merger of Kolhapur in the Indian Union.

Go Wild - Nagzira Wildlife Camp November 2

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A quaint, little forest situated in a long forgotten part of Maharashtra, Nagzira harbours a healthy population of tigers, leopards, sloth bears and wild dogs! This forest happens to be an excellent place for astronomy as well.

We have organised a wildlife camp to this enchanting forest in the first week of November!

Here is the itinerary:

2 Nov: Leave for Nagpur at 5:40 pm
3 Nov: Reach Nagpur by 9:30 am and immediately proceed to Nagzira. Reach Nagzira by noon. Have a steaming hot, simple meal, relax and enjoy a light walking trail along the serene Nilay lake.
4 Nov: Morning and evening safaris.
5 Nov: Morning and evening safaris.
6 Nov: Morning safari. After a heavy lunch leave for Nagpur. Proceed at 6:30 pm for Pune.
7 Nov: Reach Pune by 9:30 am.

Fees: 7500/-

Fees Includes
1.Railway Journey by 3 Tier A.C Both way.
2. Internal Transportation.
3.Open Safari Charges.
4. Camera Charges.
5. Guide Charges.
6.Entry Charges.
7.Food during the Camp and other Sightseeing charges.

Fees Excludes : -
1.Food during Railway Journey.
2.Any Other Personal Expenses.

We will be accompanied by the great naturalist, the man who lived in this forest for 400 days, one of the foremost authorities on the wildlife in this forest, Mr. Kiran Purandare!

GO WILD - Kolhapur Office

    305, Matoshree Plaza,
    Venus Corner, Shahupuri,
    Kolhapur.

    Phone No: +91 9960884337
                    +91 9823117574

    Email ID: info@gowild.net.in
                   go.wild@ymail.com

    GO WILD - Pune Office

    Flat No.3, Krushnaprasad
    Soceity, plot no.42, Rambag
    Colony, Paud Road, Kothrud,
    Pune 38.

    Phone No: +91 9371020638
                    +91 9372253468

    Email ID: info@gowild.net.in
                   go.wild@ymail.com

Gadkot Trek to Rangana fort 8th - 9th October 2011

2011-09-27T10:54:00.000-07:00

Sagar Patil added 113 new photos to the album Rangana Camp on 30-10-2011.

Rangana trek (रांगणागड)

Date : 8th - 9th October 2011

Duration : 1 Night 2 Day

Difficulty Level : Easy

*Key Features of the Fort : Fantastic view of Kokan Regen&fort like Makarand gad

* ABOUT RANGANA FORT : Rangana fort is situated at 95 km. distance from Kolhapur at direct south side on the border of Kolhapur and Ratnagiri districts. The Kolhapur - Gargoti distance is 48 km. Rural University at Gargoti is Moni Vidyapeeth. About 35 km. from this place, is Patgaon, a resident place of Moni Maharaj. This was the old lane supplying essential girds for Rangana residents. S. T. Buses travel up tothis place. There is Hanmanta Ghat at 9 km. from Patgaon. For many years it is learnt that a regular highway from Kolhapur to Vengurla in Goa may be built by passing through this Ghat. At the edge of Ghat there is small village named Tabmewadi. The road from Patgaon to Tambewadi is very uneven. One walkway from Tabmewadi turns towards Rangana. In the 8 km. distance of this way one has to cross three deep valleys. This road passes through thick forest.

* Meeting Time and Place
Kolhapur Public School Main Gate at 6 am Sharp on Saturday 8th Oct 2011

* Depart at 7 am

* What to bring while coming for trek

1. Luggage packed in big good trekking sack, all luggage wrapped in plastic bags to avoid getting wet (compulsory)
2. Complete spare set of clothes & socks.
3. Water bottle (atleast 1.5 ltr) compulsory
4. Electral/ Glucon-d energizers and personal medication
5. A sweater/warmwear (optional for month of october, but mornings are still cold)
6. Good trekking shoes (sandles, chappals, floaters not permitted)
7. Normal satranji and shawl .
8. Cap,Torch with Extra pair of Batteries.
9. Camera, Binocular (Optional)

*NOTE: it is a simple village and does not have closed toilet facility. Please come prepared accordingly.

Contact for more details about trek
Sagar Patil 9579997111
7620078228

Cost 1000 Rupees

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Kolhapur Historical Events

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Gadkot Trek to Rangana fort 8th - 9th October 2011

Sagar Patil added 113 new photos to the album Rangana Camp on 30-10-2011.

The गडकोट " महाराष्ट्र देशा किल्याच्या देशा "'s

Photos from the trek Rangana Trek 08-10-2011