| Bhandardara |
A
vast valley a beautiful dam, a waterfall, a temple, a
well laid out garden, a giant hydro-electric project,
a great view & an excellent weather make the Bhandardara
a hot picnic spot for visitors. Lake Arthur at Bhandardara
is one of the largest in India, while the Wilson Dam is
one of very few dams constructed a height of 750 mts above
the sea level. The Amrutheshwar Mandir known for its exquisite
carvings dating 1200 years back in history.
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| Coin
Museum |
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Institute of Numismatic Research was established in 1980
in Nashik & is the only of its kind in Asia. The Museum
takes you through the history of Indian coinage &
the progress of the exchange system over the centuries.
On display are many real & fake coins & notes.
The Museum attracts the visits from across the country
& all over the world. |
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Dudhsagar Waterfalls
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| Nashik
boasts of many scenic spots & the least among them
is Dudhsagar Waterfalls at Someshwar. Roaring nearly 10
mts into the valley, the waterfall spout milky white spray,
which gives in the name Dudhsagar. |
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| Jawahar |
Warli
Tribal Paintings seldom fail to evoke a sense of awe among
art lovers. Jawahar is one of the tribal kingdoms in Maharashtra
famous for its vibrant Warli paintings. An excellent climate,
the picturesque Datar Kopra falls, sunset point &
dense forests are just 80 kms from Nashik & worth
a visit.
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| Kapaleshwar |
| Built
in 1728, the Kapaleshwar Temple is located opposite Ramkund.
The temple is that of the Lord Shiva & is surrounded
by other smaller temples. It is reputedly the only Shiva
Temple in the world without a Nandi in front of Lord Shiva. |
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| Kalaram
Temple |
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the name denotes, the temple is that of Lord Rama &
Sita with the idols made of black stone, with a beautiful
Gold plated Copper Peak & is surrounded by huge fortifications.
The temple has three entrances in the East, North, &
South. Lord Rama's birth anniversary is celebrated with
great pomp & devotion every year in the month of Chaitra
with a chariot procession of Rama & Garuda. There
is also a fair on the banks
of Godavari, which is attended by lakhs of devotees.
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| Muktidham
Temple |
| Muktidham
temple is just 7 Kms from Nashik city.Built in extra marble
white tiles, then temple is pure white in color , signifying
peace and holiness.The temple is unique for its architecture
under the supervision of Mohammad Yusuf , the renowned
Indian Architect. The temple has on its upper walls ,painting
of scenes from the Mahabharat, Indians Saints, the twelve
Jyotirlings and important religious places.It has eighteen
chapters of Geeta written on its wall.Visiting a temple
gives a feeling of purification and peace. |
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| Nandumadhmeshwar |
| Maharashtra
answer to Bharatpur Sanctuary the Nandumadhmeshwar Bird
Sanctuary is a paradise on earth for lakhs of migratory
birds. Located about 62 kms from Nashik City, Nandumadhmeshwar
is frequented by birdwatchers & nature lovers. |
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| Ramakund |
| Considered
one of the holiest Kunds(tanks) in the country, Ramkund
was built in 1696 by Chitarao Khatarkar & is believed
to be the spot where Lord Rama & Sita used to bathe
during their exile. Ramkund is visited by thousands of
Hindus, Jains, Buddhists & Sikhs every year. Devotees
believe that they will attain Moksha if their ashes are
immersed here after there death.
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| Saptashringi
Temple |
| 55
kms. from Nashik is the Saptashringi Hill. On the top
of this hill is one of the most important temples of Nashik
- the Saptashringi Temple. After a short climb one reaches
the tableland of the hill. From here start the 500 steps
carved into the hill, which take you to the deity of goddess
Saptashringi Temple. The Goddess Saptashringi posse 18
hands. Every year duiring the month of Chaitra a grand
fair which attracts lakhs of devotees. |
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| Saputara |
| Situated
on the Maharashtra border is Saputara - the abode of Serpents,
in the dense forests if Sahyadris. The Hill Station with
a difference is about 78 kms from Nashik. A breathtaking
ride on the ropeway, boating, artist's village, sunset
points & more, Saputara has all the facilities for
a good holiday. It is said that Lord Rama spent 11 years
of his exile in these forests. Satpura promises you a
holiday that will remain with you forever. |
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