As per your 3 Nights 4 days Kolhapur trip package, you will first proceed to Narsobachi Wadi and seek blessings at the holy Paduka of Shri Narasimha Saraswati Swami. After that, proceed to Kopeshwar Temple positioned on the banks of Krishna River. Later, visit Bhuvaneshwari Devi Temple which is just on the other side of the river in Bhilwadi village. The package also includes a short board ride here. Post the temple tour, head towards Kolhapur and visit Siddhagiri Gramjeevan Museum en route. Reach your pre-booked hotel in Kolhapur in the evening, complete the check-in process and savour a delectable dinner. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Kopeshwar Temple:

Located in Khidrapur in Kolhapur district at the junction of Maharashtra and Karnataka, Kopeshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built on the banks of River Krishna, the shrine boasts of a beautiful architecture with various intricate carvings on the interior and exterior walls. Besides, it also has idols of Lord Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma among others.

Siddhagiri Gramjeevan Museum:

Also known as Kaneri Math. Siddhagiri Gramjivan Wax Museum is situated in Kaneri, Kolhapur. The museum is housed within the Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math along with a Shiva Temple. The museum depicts rural village life with the help of wax and cement statues. Sprawling over 7 acres, the repository is surrounded by lush greenery and countryside locales.

After relishing your breakfast at the hotel, get ready to explore the top attractions of Kolhapur. In the morning, visit Kolhapur Mahalaxmi Temple which is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India. Later, proceed to visit other tourist places like Bhavani Mandap and Shahu Maharaj Palace Museum. If time allows, enjoy a stroll around Rankala Lake and go shopping on Mahadwar Road in the evening. Head back to the hotel and conclude your day with a delicious dinner. Enjoy a relaxing sleep.

The Mahalakshmi temple:

The Mahalakshmi temple was built in the 7th century by Chalukya rulers and is one of the six abodes of 'Shakti' (Goddess of Power) from where one can attain fulfillment and salvation of desires.

Mahalakshmi is also known as Goddess Ambabai and is a revered Goddess among Hindus. The temple enjoys a status of one of the most important pilgrim sites in India. The temple is situated about 5km from the Railway station and Central Bus depot of the city. Near the temple, there is a temple in honor of Goddess Bhavani.

Shahu Maharaj Palace Museum:

The New Palace located on the Bahvani Mandap-Kasaba Bavda Road was constructed in 1877-84 and has been the residence of Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj. The ground floor of the palace is converted into a museum that houses artifacts belonging to those times when the king ruled and his own possessions.

The beautiful palace is built in black polished stone and is an marvelous architectural feat to have been accomplished in that period. You can witness the royal lifestyle through the pictures and artifacts displayed in the museum.

The Rankala Lake:

The Rankala Lake is a very famous tourist attraction for people from all over the world. Marked by the natural beauty and peaceful environment it provides, it sure does become one of the must-visits on everyone's list. The lake was constructed by Shri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, the then king of Kolhapur. Rajgath and Marathghat are the two ghats that the lake has. The lake covers an area of as large as 107 hectares. The lake is generally visited during the evening time.

The Rankala Lake is a place of serene beauty further mystified with various legends. This Lake has a circumference of 4.5 miles. On its west lies the regal Shalini palace and on its east is the Padma Raje gardens. The Rankala lake has a fascinating history dating back to the days of Shri Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj who was the ruler of Kohlapur. Many believe that the Rankala Lake is not a real natural lake at all and that is was built by Shri Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj.

Wake up to a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel.You will get ready to visit major attractions including Jyotiba Temple, Panhala Fort, Sajja Kothi, Andhar Bawdi, Ambarkhana, Teen Darwaaja, Wagh Darwaja, and Rajdindi Bastion.Head back to the hotel and conclude your day with a delicious dinner. Enjoy a relaxing sleep.

The Panhala Fort:

The Panhala Fort lies 20 km away from the main city of Kolhapur, situated at its north-west. This fort holds its position amongst the most massive location in the country and is the largest one in the Deccan region. It was built in a strategic position where a major trade route ran within Maharashtra from Bijapur to the coasts of Arabian Sea. This place is not only a must-visit for the people who love exploring historic locations but also for those who love to trek.

Looking over the green slopes of Sahyadri, it has around 7 kilometres of fortifications along with full proof protection guaranteed by three double-walled gates which are humongous in size. The entire stretch of Panhala Fort is dotted with parapets, ramparts, and bastions and styled with motifs of different dynasties that ruled over the fort - the Marathas, Bahamas, Mughals and so on.

Teen Darwaza:

Teen Darwaza is the main entrance gate of the Panhala Fort in Kolhapur. It is a double gateway with an arched courtyard in between the two gates. The outer gate has protruding ceiling and an elaborate chamber on top. The inner gate has ornate carvings including that of Lord Ganesh. The walls have intricate inscriptions carved on them.

Wake up to a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel. Later, pack your bags and check out from the hotel. Proceed to Pune with blissful memories.