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Mahalaxmi Temple, Kolhapur

Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India

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Overview

The 7th-century Chalukyan home of Ambabai, one of the six Shakti Peethas of blessed completeness — where the setting sun touches the deity's feet each equinox.

Why visit: Kolhapur's crowning goddess and the Kiranotsav light miracle.

Things to do

›Ambabai darshan
›Kiranotsav rays
›Old town bazaar
›Kolhapuri chappal shops

DarshanHeritage WalkFood Walk

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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Feb; Kiranotsav (Jan/Nov)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹200–500

Duration

Half day

Nearby attractions

Within

1.5 km

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The Deccan's largest fort-town, from whose siege Shivaji escaped to Vishalgad in 1660 behind Baji Prabhu's last stand at Pavan Khind.

Oct–Feb; Jul (Pavan Khind)Half–full dayExplore