Maharastra Tour

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Arrive at Mumbai International airport on arrival you will be met and assisted by our representative

Morning breakfast proceed to Mumbai city tour. To the Hotel after having breakfast, you will embark on a boat. After around an hour across the Mumbai Harbor, you will reach the beautiful Elephanta Island. Here, you are going to explore the world heritage site of Elephanta caves. These Buddhist and Hindu rock-cut caves were carved between the 5th and 8th century. Back to hotel for lunch. Later, leave for sightseeing which is include the popular attractions such as the Prince of Wales Museum, the Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, Hanging Gardens, Mani Bhavan and Kamla Nehru Park. Move to the airport and board a flight to Rajkot. Once you arrive, directly drive towards Gondal where once you check-into the hotel, you enjoy a cultural performance and hot dinner.

4HRS JOURNEY Nashik was known as "Padmanagar" during the Satya Yuga, "Trikantak" during the Treta Yuga, "Janasthana" during the Dvapara Yuga, and finally "Navashikh" or "Nashik" during the Kali Yuga, according to Hindu traditions. Nashik is significant in history, social life, and culture. The city is located on the banks of the Godavari River.Making it a sacred site for Hindus around the world. During his 14-year exile from Ayodhya, Rama, the king of Ayodhya is said to have made Nashik his home.

Arrival at Aurangabad by Train (3hr) Take a journey thought History when you visit Aurangabad. Take a leisurely stroll through the city of 52 gates, which offers glimpses of majestic domes, minarets chhatris and shikharas. Experience awe as you travel to the surrounding ancient cities of Daulatabad and paithan. And reverence at the age old carved cave temple Complexes of Ajanta and Ellora.

Legend says that a Yadava ruler from 13th century built a small temple and water tank at the source of the river Krishna.The Valley of Jawali, the area around Mahabaleshwar, was ruled by the More (Clan) who were vassals of the Adilshahi sultanate of Bijapur. In 1656, the founder of Maratha empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji, killed the then ruler of Valley of Jawali, Chandrarao More, and seized the area.Around that time Shivaji also built a hill fort near Mahabaleshwar called Pratapgad fort. Located at a distance of 6 km from the city of Mahabaleshwar; Mahabaleshwar temple is an ancient shrine and an ideal example of the Maratha heritage. Popularly known as the Mahabali, the temple is flocked by tourists and devotees throughout the year. The temple is extremely popular among the Hindus, as Lord Shiva is the presiding deity here.

The first known Muslim rule of the Deccan took place in 1296. In 1636, the Nizam Shahi dynasty came to an end. In 1663, Shivaji conquered Parali and Satara fort. After the death of Chhatrapati Sambhaji(Son of Chhatrpati Shivaji Maharaj), Shahu, heir apparent to the Maratha Kingdom, was captured by Mughals when he was only seven years old. He remained their prisoner until the death of Aurangzeb in 1707. The Shilahara family founded a dynasty at Kolhapur about the time of the downfall of the Rashtrakuta Empire, that ruled over southern Maharashtra including the modern districts of Satara, Kolhapur and Belagavi (Karnataka). Their family deity was the goddess Ambabai, whose blessing they claimed to have secured in their copperplate grants (Mahalakshmi-labdha-vara-prasada). Like their relatives of the northern branch of Konkan, the Shilaharas of Kolhapur claimed to be of the lineage of Vidyadhara Jimutavahana, a Jain scholar. Their banner featured a golden Garuda. One of the many titles used by the Shilaharas was Tagarapuravaradhisvara, supreme sovereign ruler of Tagara. The first capital of the Shilaharas was probably at Karad during the reign of Jatiga II, as known from their copper plate grant of Miraj and 'Vikramankadevacharita' of Bilhana. Hence, they are referred to sometimes as the 'Shilaharas of Karad'.[12] Later, although the capital was shifted to Kolhapur, some of their grants mention Valavada and the hill fort of Pranalaka or Padmanala (Panhala) as the places of royal residence. Karhad retained its significance during the Shilahara period. This branch rose to power in the latter part of the Rashtrakuta rule and unlike the kings of the other two branches, this branch does not allude to the genealogy of the Rashtrakutas even in their early grants. They acknowledged the suzerainty of the later Chalukya dynasty for some time. They had used Kannada as an official language as can be seen from their inscriptions. The branch held southern Maharashtra from circa 940 to 1220. From 940 to 1212 CE, Kolhapur was the centre of power of the Shilahara dynasty.[13] An inscription at Terdal states that the king Gonka (1020 – 1050 CE) was bitten by a snake then healed by a Jain monk. Gonka then built a temple to Lord Neminath, the twenty-second Jain tirthankara (enlightened being). From this era, Jain temples in and around Kolhapur are called GonkaJinalaya.

Kolhapur is one of the most significant cities in South Maharashtra and has been a hub of historical, religious, and cultural activities for centuries. It is famous for its unique food culture, including its signature Kolhapuri cuisine. The city is situated in the western part of Maharashtra and is often referred to as "Dakshin Kashi" or "Mahateerth". It boasts a rich history, which has given it various other names, including Kollagiri, Kolladigiripattan and Kollpur, all meaning "valley" Around 2 CE Kolhapur's name was 'Kuntal'. Around 1055 CE, during the reign of Bhoja I (Shilahara dynasty), a dynamic Acharya (spiritual guide) named Maghanandi (Kolapuriya) founded a religious institute at the Rupanarayana Jain temple (basadi). Maghanandi is also known as Siddhanta-Chakravarti, meaning the great master of the scriptures. Kings and nobles of the Shilahara dynasty such as Gandaraditya I, who succeeded Bhoja I, were disciples of Maghanandi. Kolhapur was the site of intense confrontation between the Western Chalukya Empire and Rajadhiraja Chola and his younger brother Rajendra Chola II of the Chola empire. In 1052 CE, following the Battle of Koppam, the victor, Rajendra Chola II, marched on to Kolhapur and erected a jayastambha (victory pillar).[14] Between 1109 and 1178 CE, the Kopeshwar temple to Lord Shiva was built by Shilahara kings, Gandaraditya I, Vijayaditya, and Bhoja II in Khidrapur, Kolhapur. Kolhapur State Chhatrapati Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, Maharajah of Kolhapur Main article: Kolhapur State The state of Kolhapur was established by Tarabai in 1707 in the midst of a succession dispute over the Maratha crown. The Maratha throne was then occupied by descendants of Tarabai. One of the prominent Kings was Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj. In his reign, he promoted free education to people of all castes, religions and fought against untouchability. The state was annexed by the British in the 19th century. After India's independence in 1947, the Maharaja of Kolhapur acceded to the Dominion of India on 14 August 1947 and merged with Bombay State on 1 March 1949. Kolhapur is sometimes found spelled as Colapore. [16] Often, Kolhapur is also referred as Dakshin Kashi or the Kashi of the South, due to its rich religious history.

MORNING AFTER BREAKFAST STRAT SIGTHSEEN KOLHAPUR The Bombay Gazetteer recorded almost 250 temples in the region of which 6 – Ambabai, Temblai, Vithoba, Mahakali, Phiranga and Yallamma temples – are considered the most prominent.Tourism is an important source of revenue with about three million annual visitors Kolhapur's attractions include:  Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur  Jyotiba Temple  Panhala Fort  Kaneri Math  Jyotiba Temple, KolhapurNew Palace  Temblai temple complex  Rankala Lake

Murudeshwar is a beautiful beachside pilgrim town of the Indian southern state of Karnataka. Murudeshwar, which is the other name of the Hindu God Shiva, truly lives up to its name and has the world’s second tallest statue of Lord Shiva. Located alongside the Arabian Sea, there are numerous beautiful places to visit in Murudeshwar owing to the fact that this seaside town attracts tourists from far and near.

MORNING BREAKFAST THEN TOWARDS TO HAMPI Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1336 to 1565 (as Vijayanagara), when it was abandoned.[3] It was a fortified city. Chronicles left by Persian and European travellers, particularly the Portuguese, say that Hampi was a prosperous, wealthy and grand city near the Tungabhadra River, with numerous temples, farms and trading markets. Hampi-Vijayanagara is estimated to be the world's second-largest city by 1500, after Beijing, and probably India's richest at that time, attracting traders from Persia and Portugal. [7][8] The Vijayanagara Empire was defeated by a coalition of Muslim sultanates; its capital was conquered, pillaged and destroyed by Muslim armies in 1565, after which Hampi remained in ruins. Located in Karnataka near the small modern town of Hampi with the city of Hosapete 13 kilometres (8.1 miles) away, Hampi's ruins are spread over 4,100 hectares (16 sq mi) and it has been described by UNESCO as an "austere, grandiose site" of more than 1,600 surviving remains of the last great Hindu kingdom in South India that includes "forts, riverside features, royal and sacred complexes, temples, shrines, pillared halls, mandapas, memorial structures, water structures and others".

Hampi or Hampe is the town in the Vijayanagara district in the Indian state of Karnataka. Located along the Tungabhadra River in the east and center part of the state, Hampi is near the city of Hospet. It is famous for hosting the Hampi Group of Monuments with the Virupaksha Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

AFTER LUNCH TOWARDS JUNGLE SAFARI AFTER SAFARI LUNCH AND STAY SAME DAY Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary * Established in 1951, it spans over 490 square kilometers. * The sanctuary is home to various species, including tigers, leopards, elephants, and numerous bird species. Safari Experience * Jungle safaris typically involve guided tours in open vehicles. * Visitors can explore the sanctuary's diverse ecosystems, including forests, rivers, and grasslands. Historical Context * The region has a history of conservation efforts aimed at protecting its wildlife and natural habitats. * The sanctuary was initially created to safeguard the habitat of the Malabar large-spotted civet and other endangered species.

Bangalore, is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India. The Bengaluru metropolitan area had a population of around 8.5 million, making it the fifth most populous urban agglomeration in the country. It is located near the center of the Deccan Plateau, at a height of 900 m (3,000 ft) above sea level. The city is known as India's "Garden City", due to its parks and greenery.

THE MORNING AFTER BREAKFAST CHEAKOUT FROM HOTEL LATER PROCESSD TOWARD BANGALOURU ARRIVE BANGALOURU LATER DRIVER WILL DROP TO YOU BANGALOURU AIRPORT FROM HERE BOARD YOUR FLIGHT TOWARD YOUR DESTINATION YOUR TOUR ENDS HERE.

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