Nashik (Maharashtra)
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 Nashik city, formerly spelt "Nasik" forms a part of the northwestern
Maharashtra State. It lies along the Godavari River 565m above sea level and
about 185-km from Mumbai .
Nashik is an important religious center and attracts thousands of pilgrims
annually because of the sanctity of the Godavari River and because of the
legend that Rama, the hero of the Ramayana epic, lived here for a time with
his wife Sita and his brother Lakshmana. The main part of the town lies on the
right (south) bank of the river, while Panchavati, a quarter on the left bank
has several temples. The town's riverbanks are lined with ghats (bathing
places with steps).
HISTORY
From archaeological excavations it is found that the territory around
Nashik was occupied in the early Stone Age. Its only real monuments are the
rock-cut caves nearby Pandav Lena, these two-thousand-year-old cells dates
back to the days when Nashik was the capital of the powerful Satavahana (also
spelt as Satvahans) dynasty. Nashik dominated all-important trade routes
linking the Ganges Plains with the ports to the west.
The city was named as "Gulshanabad" during Mughal period, in appreciation of
beauty of Nashik. The old name was restored when Peshwas took over in 1751. In
1818 Nashik surrendered to the British. During the freedom struggle of 1857,
Nashik was the scene of considerable disturbance. The struggle ended by 1860,
and Nashik once again enjoyed peace.
Nashik Municipality was formed in 1864. In 1869, Nashik was made a
full-fledged District with its present 13 'Talukas' (regions.) Nashik was
always prominent as a center of revolutionary activities. Mahatma Gandhi's
non-cooperation movement found its share of activities here in Nashik as well.
Dr. Ambedkar has organized his temple entry movement for the abolition of
untouchability and mass movement was organized in 1932.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Best time to visit
October to February
Temperature
Summer - Max: 42.5oC Min: 21.5oC
Winter - Max: 28.3oC Min: 6oC
Climate
Nashik has a pleasant climate, warm in summer and slightly humid during the
rainy season.
PLACES TO VISIT
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Panchavati
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Sita Gumpha
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Naroshankar Temple
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Sundarnarayan Temple
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Modakeshwar Ganesh Temple
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Guru
Gangeshwar Ved Mandir
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Yashwantrao Maharaj Memorial
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Gondeshwar Temple
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Ramkund
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Muktidham Temple
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Kalaram
Temple
EXCURSIONS
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Shirdi
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Infant Jesus Shrine
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Kapaleshwar Mandir
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Someshwar
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Wani
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Nandur Madhameshwar Bird Sanctuary
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Bhandardara
HOW TO GET THERE?
Air: Nearest airport from Nashik is at Mumbai , which is 185-km away
from the city.
Rail: Nashik is one the major stations on the Central Railway and there
are a number of convenient trains that connect Nashik to other cities and towns.
The fastest train to Mumbai is the Panchavati Express, which does the trip in 4 ½
hours.
Road: Nashik is 185-kms from Mumbai and is well connected by road.
Pune-Nashik highway is 220-kms away from the city. There are also several
private and state buses available between Mumbai/Thane and Nashik.
Local Transport: Visitors can use taxis, tourist cars, auto-rickshaws and
vans, which are easily available and ideal for families and groups.
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