By : Rahul Gupta

10 Popular Places To Visit Near Kolhapur

Panhala Fort

Panhala, a renowned hill fort where Shivaji stayed 500 days, features a 50 km trek. A favored day trip near Kolhapur 21km away, it draws tourists with its historical significance and natural beauty.

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Sangli

Sangli, a city on the Krishna river near Kolhapur 47km away, is famed for its turmeric production and numerous sugar factories. It's known for its wildlife sanctuary, forests, temples, Maratha history.

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Amboli 

Amboli, a picturesque hill station near Kolhapur about 116km, ideal for monsoon visits, is known for its high rainfall and attractions like Madhavgad Fort, Amboli Falls, and more.

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Amba Ghat

Amba, or Amba Ghat, 65 km from Kolhapur, offers serene surroundings and exciting activities like bird watching, treks, horse rides, paragliding, and jungle safaris. Ideal for a day trip.

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Rajmachi

Rajmachi, a stunning hill station 100 km from Kolhapur, known for its historical significance and ideal for monsoon treks, offers attractions like forts, temples, and ancient monuments.

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Ratnagiri

Ratnagiri, 132 km from Kolhapur, is best visited in November for its natural beauty, including beaches and Alphonso mangoes, along with attractions like forts, temples, and museums.

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Panchgani

Panchgani, 172 km from Kolhapur, is a scenic hill station known for adventure sports, strawberries, British architecture, and attractions like Parsi Point, Sydney Point, and more.

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Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar, 177 km from Kolhapur, is a scenic hill station renowned for strawberries, trekking, and beautiful vistas, offering treks like Tapola, Rajgarh Fort, and more.

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