About Kolhapur - Maharashtra

About Kolhapur

Kolhapur is an ancient city located in maharashtra at a distance of 226 Kms south of pune & 200 kms north east of goa. The city is situated on the banks of river Panchganga and is known as 'Dakshin Kashi'. Kolhapur is seat of Goddess Mahalaxmi and is one of the Shaktipeeths mentioned in Indian mythology. Kolhapur was ruled by Silaharas, Yadavas, Rashtrakutas and Chalukyas in the Medieval times.




How to Reach Kolhapur:
By Air : Kolhapur has an domestic Airport in Ujlaiwadi which is 9  kms away from the city.
By Rail : Kolhapur has Railway station well with city limits.
By Road : Kolhapur is well connected by State Transport buses & Private bus services.