Location: Located close to the Dahi Pool of the old city
Ganga Ghat; the very face of the city Nasik, located close to the Dahi Pool of the old city is an all-embracing bathing ghat ceaselessly thronged by the people with various objectives. Be it buying the fresh and cheap vegetables or ‘Pooja Samagri’, wooden toys or pottery items, spices or dry fruits, a true ‘Nasikkar’ will instantaneously rush to the Ganga Ghat. Surrounded by a number of Hindu Shrines and small temples, Ganga Ghat, built on the sacred river Godavari is the oldest and one of the most hustling bustling places of the city. From early morning to late night you will see people bathing, washing clothes, cattle and vehicles, performing rituals, or just wandering around aimlessly and making merry here. The most common sound that is heard at the Ganga Ghat is the chanting of the mantras and kirtanas. As the course of the river Godavari changes its direction from westward to southward here, the Ganga Ghat of Nasik is believed to be one of the most sanctified destinations of the region. It is believed that bathing in the river Godavari at Ganga Ghat washes all your sins away. That’s why Godavari is given an equal importance as the Ganges. Apart from hosting a number of social, cultural, literally and religious events, the Ganga Ghat also serves as the venue of the Kumbha Mela that takes place once in every twelve years.

Location: The west of the Ganga Ghat
The blessed land consecrated by the presence of Lord Ram who spent many years of his exile here, Nasik is abundant with the pious destinations scattered across its plateau associated with the name of Lord Ram. Constructed by Chitrarao Khatarkar in 1696 AD, Ramkund is believed to be the very locale where Ram, along with his wife Sita used to take bath. At Ramkund, the river Godavari takes a 90 degree turn and changes its course from westward to southward. Built along the Ganga Ghat of Nasik, Ramkund is flocked by the devotees who want to take a dip into the holy waters and cleanse all their sins away. Moreover, Ramkund is also venerated as the ‘Mokshadayi’ (the one who gives salvation) place where immersing the ashes of your ‘dear departed’ is believed to be extremely auspicious. Almost all the rituals related to the Hindu Cremation are performed at the Ramkund. Even the ashes of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Y B Chavan were plunged in the waters of Ramkund. Apart from that, this is also a thriving picnic spot and a recreational hub where people arrive to take the ‘Darshana’ of the surrounding temples and go back savoring the taste of the mouthwatering Indian Chats sold here.

Location: Close to the Ramkund
Kapaleshwara Temple, one of the oldest and the most sacrosanct religious destinations of this divine city is a 14th century Hindu shrine dedicated to the God of destruction; Lord Shiva. As Lord Shiva wears the garlands of skulls, he is also worshipped by the name ‘Kapaleshwara’. Located facing the magnificent spectacle of the Ganga Ghat close to the Ramkund, this temple perched on a small hill calls for a little exercise of climbing up the numerous stone steps laid down here before you reach the sanctum of the Presiding Deity. An astonishing fact is that this temple of Kapaleshwara does not have a Nandi (the vehicle of Lord Shiva) seated in front of the shrine waiting for the God. As per the legend associated with the background of this temple, Lord Shiva once killed a cow by mistake. Nandi advised him to go to Nasik and bath in the river Godavari. From that time onwards, Lord Shiva resides in Nasik as Kapaleshwara and showers his blessings on his devotees. Also reckoned for its architectural dexterity, this ancient temple especially attracts thousands of devotees on the occasions of Mahashivaratri and Shravani Somvar.

Location: Quite close to the Ramkund in Panchavati area
Kalaram Temple, one of the most esteemed Hindu Shrines of the city commemorates the stay of Lord Ram, Devi Sita and Brother Lakshman in Nasik during their exile. This ancient temple dedicated to Lord Ram is situated quite close to the Ramkund in Panchavati area of the city. Erected by Gopikabai Peshwa in the year 1794 this 70 feet tall temple completely structured in black stone is fashioned after the Trimbakeshwar Temple of Lord Shiva. It also bears a beautiful gold plated copper ‘Kalash’ set up on the peak. The term ‘Kalaram’ literary means ‘the black Ram’. The temple derives its name from the black idol of Lord Ram placed in the sanctorum. This statue of the deity is also flanked by Lakshman and Sita on both the sides. A small shrine of Lord Hanuman exactly facing the Lord Ram idol is placed near the entrance just opposite the temple. It is believed that those who want to pay homage at the feet of Lord Ram should first worship the Lord Hanuman who is guarding the doors. This magnificent temple also houses a number of smaller shrines dedicated to various Hindu Gods including Lord Ganesh, Lord Vitthal, etc. in its widespread campus. An old tree bearing the foot impression of Lord Dattatreya is also worshipped in the Kalaram Temple Complex of Nasik. This temple played an essential role in the Dalit movement in India as Baba Sahib Ambedkar once held a protest outside the Kalaram Temple for letting the Dalits inside.

Location: On the banks of the river Godavari in the Panchavati area approximately 2 kilometers from the central bus stand
Naroshankara Temple located on the banks of the river Godavari in the Panchavati area approximately 2 kilometers from the central bus stand is an age old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Constructed in the year 1747 by Naroshankar Rajebahaddur in black basalt stone, this temple depicts the ancient temple style named Maya. Festooned with graceful sculpture work and layers of delicate latticework and lacework, this edifice is an unparallel specimen of architectural ingenuity of bygone era. The motifs of peacocks holding bead garlands, statues of the sages sitting in the pose called Padmasana, other animal figures including tigers, elephants, monkeys, etc. Meghadambari or Barasati umbrellas placed in its four corners, etc are some of the most noteworthy attractions of the Naroshankara Temple. The most prominent feature of this temple for which it is reckoned far and wide is the Naroshankara Chi Ghanta (bell) installed in the 11feet fortification that encloses the Naroshankara Temple. This colossal bell, the victory memorial over Portuguese is difficult to ring for a singular human hand. This gigantic bell six feet in its diameter is made of bronze and the year engraved on it is 1921. You will hear the elderly citizens of Nasik saying that the sound of this bell used to be heard from over 5 miles.

Location: At one of the ends of the Ahillyabai Holkar Bridge
Positioned at one of the ends of the Ahillyabai Holkar Bridge built over the river Godavari and connecting the ‘Ravivar Karanja’ area with Panchavati Gaon, Sundarnarayan Temple; a shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu was constructed by Gangadhar Yashwant Chandrachud in the year 1756. This temple parked facing east is celebrated for its architectonic grandeur that reflects the Indo – Mughal style of architecture. This ancient temple constructed in black stone is topped with a majestic circular dome made by tiny decorative barricades and it is ornamented with beautiful arched recesses of Mughal Order. As noted above, the presiding deity of the Sundarnarayan Temple is Lord Vishnu who is flanked by Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Saraswati on both the sides. An astounding detail cited about this temple is that is it set up in such an angle that every year on 21st March the rays of the rising sun directly fall upon the idol of the Sundarnarayan. Moreover, yet another marvel of this temple is that on the day of ‘Tripuri Pornima’ that falls in the Hindu month of Kartik an incredible event called ‘Harihar Bhet’ happens. On this day somehow, the sanctums of the two temples Sundarnarayan and Kapaleshwara align in such a way that the patron deities of both the temples can be seen from each temple.

Location: Located close to Sita Gumpha
The term Panchavati means ‘five banyan trees’. As stated in the Ramayana, Panchavati was a locus in the Dandakaranya Forest where Lord Ram built his ‘Parnakuti’ (straw hut) and stayed along with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman. Devi Sita was kidnapped by the demon King Ravan and taken to Lanka from Panchavati itself. Today, the Panchavati area of Nasik city is a home to a number of ancient temples including Kalaram Mandir, Goraram Mandir, Naroshankara Temple, Kapaleshwara Temple, and Sita Gumpha and many others. There are five massive banyan trees that testify the name of the place. The Sita Gumpha located nearby is the cave where Goddess Sita used to stay and meditate. The ancient stone on which she used to sit and the Shiva Lingam worshipped by her are also housed in Sita Gumpha. A temple is built at a place from where Sita was captured and abducted by Ravan and the place where the celebrated ‘Lakshman Rekha’ was drawn by Lakshman is also marked here. Apart from being one of the most sought after pilgrim destinations of Nasik Panchavati is also thronged by the womenfolk of the city on the day of Vatasavitri.

Location: In the Panchavati area
Sita Gumpha positioned in the Panchavati area of Nasik adjacent to the five banyan trees at the western side entrance of the Kalaram Mandir is the very cave where Devi Sita used to stay and meditate. This cave can be accessed only through a very narrow flight of steps where one will have to stoop to enter. The idols of Lord Ram, Devi Sita and brother Lakshman are placed in the small shrine set up inside the Sita Gumpha. The black rectangular stone on which Devi Sita used sit is also preserved and worshipped in the underground portion of the cave. Additionally, the worth mentioning feature of the Sita Gumpha is that the Shiva Lingam of Lord Mahadev installed in the cave is believed to be the very same Lingam worshipped by Goddess Sita Herself thousands of years ago. The spot from where Sita was kidnapped by the demon king Ravana is also located quite close to the Sita Gumpha. A small temple of Lord Ram sided by Sita and Lakshman is erected at the very site. The ‘Lakshman Rekha’ is also present there and a minuscule shrine is positioned outside the Lakshman Rekha wherein an idol of Ravana is seated.

Location: 5 KM from central location of Nasik
The term ‘Tapovan’ can be explained as ‘the forest where ‘Tapasya’ or penance is performed’. Tapovan of Nasik, once a part of the Dandakaranya Forest, is the very jungle where Lord Ram along with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman had spent 14 years of his exile. Furthermore, this is the very vicinity where Surpanakha tried to seduce Ram and eventually her ears and nose were cut by Lakshman. Today this serene locale profuse with lush greenery has rendered itself a favorite picnic spot and an important site to perform rituals at. People throng the Brahma Kund and Vishnu Kund located at Tapovan which are believed to be foretelling your fate; if you will go to heaven or not. The temples dedicated to Lord Ram, Lord Lakshman and Lord Hanuman located in Tapovan area are very fine-looking and worth paying a visit.

Location: Approximately 4 kilometers from the central bus stand of Nasik near Dindori Naka
Bhaktidham, located approximately 4 kilometers from the central bus stand of Nasik near Dindori Naka is a huge temple complex widely reckoned for the assortment of temples it houses dedicated to various Hindu Gods and Goddesses. All the Hindu religious rituals are carried out at Bhaktidham and it is a fast developing pilgrim destination of the city. The recitations of Vedas, religious and philosophical discussions and Poojas are often executed here. Recently this spiritual hub has acquired the privilege of being an ideal institute of the city for the Vedic Studies and Vedic Research. Bhaktidham even provides a cheap accommodation to the devotees who come here to perform Poojas.

Location: Approximately 10 kilometers from the central bus stand
Muktidham, located in Nasik Road area; the suburb of Nasik, approximately 10 kilometers from the central bus stand is a famous temple complex of the city that houses the replicas of shrines from almost all the major religious destinations of India. Established by Late Shri Jayram Bhai Bytco (J. D. Bytco), this unique temple is constructed in pure white marble imported from Makran in Rajasthan. Even the artisans and sculptures were also brought from Rajasthan itself. This outstanding piece of Rajasthani architecture houses miniature of the twelve Jyotirlingams of India apart from other Hindu shrines. Paying a visit to this temple is like completing the most auspicious Char Dham Yatra. A notable attribute of this temple is that the walls of Muktidham bear the inscriptions of all 18 chapters of the Shrimad Bhagvad Gita.

Location: On Trimbak road
‘Veda Mandir’ popularly known as ‘Kailas Math’ is one of the oldest religious institutes of the city established with an objective of imparting the Vedic knowledge and Hindu Brahmin Culture to the upcoming generations. Founded by a private trust and started from 19th December 1920, Veda Mandir admits Brahmin students from the age of 10 to 15 and trains them in Vedic, Puranik literature and Indian Ethnicity. The ambiance of Veda Mandir is completely of a Gurukul Type where students have to reside and study using ancient methods and techniques. The medium of instruction is Sanskrit and the education as well as accommodation and food are provided free of cost. Students from Nasik are given preference for admission while those from rest of the country are also admitted in a limited number (about 25). The students of Veda Mandir are not allowed to go out but their parents can come and meet them in the Veda Mandir premises. Here students lead a disciplined life and implement all the Vedic daily chores such as Sandhya, recital of Vedas, Yoga, reading of scriptures etc. Veda Mandir of Nasik has successfully preserved and retained the ancient Vedic and Gurukul culture of India.

Location: Approximately 8 kilometers to the south of the city on the Nasik Mumbai Highway
‘Pandav Leni’ is a bunch of more than 1200 years old Hinayana Buddhist rock cut caves. Carved out between 4th century BC and 12th century CE, these caves were built by different Buddhist Kings as residential quarters for the Buddhist monks. From this cluster of about 30 caves, most of the caverns but one is Viharas; only the cave numbered 18 is a Chaitya. Located approximately 8 kilometers to the south of the city on the Nasik Mumbai Highway, these caves house several idols of Lord Buddha, Bodhisatva and the images of Jain Teerthankaras namely Vrishabhdeo, Ambikadevi and Veer Manibhadraji. Some of the caves of Pandav Leni reveal the resemblance with the Karla Caves of Lonavala. Located atop a hill, Pandav Leni can be reached by climbing up the steps that commence from the bottom of the mound. Adventure seekers also trek the path up the peak through a bit hazardous and treacherous path.

Location: At Mhasrul, just 8 kilometers from the heart of the city on the Nasik-Gujarat road
Chambhar Leni, also known as ‘Teertharaj Gajapantha’ are positioned at Mhasrul, just 8 kilometers from the heart of the city on the Nasik-Gujarat road. Holding immense religious importance amongst the Jain followers, Chambhar Leni are perched at the top of about 400 feet tall hill and can be accessed through 435 steps that lead to the pinnacle. It is a popular belief that the Chambhar Leni were constructed by King Chamraj, the emperor of Mysore in 600 BC and that is where the caves ‘Chambhar’ derive their name. A tale that forms the background of the Chambhar Caves states that seven Balbhadra (saints) of Jainism and their 8 crore Yadav King Followers attained salvation here. The temples built in the premises of Chambhar Leni at the crest enshrine the ‘Shweta Charan’ of various Jain Teerthankaras. An artistically laid down garden and the mausoleum of Kshemendra Kirti are parked at the footings of Teertharaj Gajapantha. Besides, there is also a temple dedicated to Lord Mahaveer, the 24th Teerthankara of Jainism.

Location: On the Nasik Mumbai Highway at Vilholi quite close to the Pandav Leni Caves
Shree Dharmachakra Prabhav Teerth, locally known as Jain Mandir is yet another feather in the dazzling hat of the temple city Nasik. Located on the Nasik Mumbai Highway at Vilholi quite close to the Pandav Leni Caves, this is a recently built temple complex devoted to Jain Teerthankaras. Constructed in white marble and pink sandstone, this magnificent three storied temple creates an awe inspiring effect on its beholders. Presenting an unparalleled architectural dexterity, the Jain Mandir of Nasik is an epitome of pulchritude and magnitude. Both the interiors and the exteriors of the temple are heavily decorated with ornately chiseled and carved sculptures. The statuettes of apsaras in various dancing poses are really impressive and Expressive. The ground floor of this eloquent edifice houses a ‘Pravachan Hall’ where sermons are delivered and meditations are undertaken. A splendid idol of ‘Choumukhji’ is seated on the first floor and the second floor is reserved for ‘Ashtapadji’. The 24th Jain Teerthankara ‘Mahaveer Swamiji’ is also enshrined in this temple. The idol of Lord Mahaveer is a colossal effigy weighting 12 tons and it is made of Panchdhatu.

Location: On Nasik Mumbai Highway
Dadasaheb Phalke Smarak located on Nasik Mumbai Highway just at the footings of the hill that holds the famous Pandav Leni of Nasik is one of the most sought after recreational junctures of the city. Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema was born at Nasik on 30th April 1870. Built as a tribute to the fond memory of this legendary persona of India, Dadasaheb Phalke Smarak happens to be one of the most visited and busiest tourist’s destinations of the city. Spread over an extensive area of 29 acres, this memorial is festooned with extremely well laid down and maintained garden. The building contains a meditation hall, the main conference hall and the exhibition center. The exhibition lays down an unequaled banquet of the eloquent version of Dadasaheb Phalke’s filmy career. Apart from that, the picturesque surroundings of the Memorial also house an open air theatre, a musical fountain, a Buddhist Matha, some eating outlets and a water park. Spending time at this Arcadia incarnated is an incomparable experience of every visitor’s life.

Location: Near the Gangapur Road about 3 kilometers from the Nasik Bus Stand
The Kusumagraj Smarak located near the Gangapur Road about 3 kilometers from the Nasik Bus Stand is a homage paid to an eminent Marathi Poet, Short Story Writer, Novelist and Playwright ‘Vi. Va. Shirwadkar’. Kusumagraj lived at Nasik for many years and also died there in the year 1999. ‘Kusumagraj Pratishthan’ is an organization founded by himself in the year 1990 with an aim of promoting cultural activities and helping the suppressed. Kusumagraj Pratishthan has now established a beautiful garden named Kusumagraj Smarak where amongst the lush green surroundings the poems of Kusumagraj are inscribed on several big stone panels. This is a beautiful place to relax in the proximity with nature and enjoy reading the poems of the prolific Marathi poet and speculate over them. Some of the famous poems by Kusumagraj include ‘Columbasache Garvageet’, ‘Prem Karava Bhilla Sarkha’, ‘Pathivarti Haat Thevun Fakt Ladh Mhana’ etc.

Location: Near Shalimar Chowk
Kalidas Kala Mandir, located near Shalimar Chowk in Nasik just at the walking distance from the central bus stand is one of the famous theatres of the city where renowned Marathi plays performed by reputed Marathi actors and actresses as well as a number of Marathi Sangeet Concerts are staged. One of the walls of the Kala Mandir is adorned with the photographs of the great personalities of Marathi Drama and Sangeet Natak who have significantly contributed to the Marathi literature and theatre.

Location: On the Trimbak Road of Nasik
‘Tarangan’ of Nasik is a planetarium named after the first chief minister of Maharashtra ‘Shri Yashwantrao Chavan’. Located on the Trimbak Road of Nasik, this planetarium was recently inaugurated by the President of India Mrs. Pratibha Tai Patil. Tarangan arranges daily three shows that take us to the virtual universe and provide us with very interesting and fascinating information about the stars, planets, galaxy and the space. These shows are held at 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm every day. Watching one of these demonstrations at Tarangan is an unforgettable experience of life. Those interested in astrology and astronomy particularly throng this place. Paying a visit to Tarangan is a very educating and at the same time entertaining experience.

Location: Approximately 10 kilometers from the heart of the city along the Gangapur Road
Someshwar, situated approximately 10 kilometers from the heart of the city along the Gangapur Road is a small village endowed with pristine natural beauty. The tiny waterfall gushing in profusion during the rainy season and the verdant green landscapes surrounding the terrains render Someshwar the perfect vicinity to spend your time with friends and loved ones. You will see any number of couples clicking photographs against the pictorial backdrop of the charming waterfall or enjoying a boat ride in the nearby riverbed. The roasted Butta (corn) and guava fruits sold here are the favorite attractions for the foodies at Someshwar. Apart from that, Someshwar is also very famous for the age old temple of Someshwar Mahadev present here. This temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is perched on the sacred banks of the river Godavari. Devotees particularly flock the temple on the Shravani Somvar and Mahashivratri. Other than the Shiva Temple, Someshwar also houses small shrines dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Lord Vishnu and Lord Hanuman.

Location: Near the famous Someshwar Temple of Lord Shiva
Dudhsagar Falls, located near the famous Someshwar Temple of Lord Shiva is a much sought after recreational destination of the city. Always thronged by the youngsters, this is a very popular picnic spot of Nasik bequeathed with boundless natural beauty. The best time to visit this place is the post monsoon season when the waterfalls are surging down the plateau with tremendous passion and create the copious milky cataract. The color of the water that turns milky white when flowing with abundance yields the cascade its name ‘Dudhsagar’ i.e. the ocean full of milk.

Location: Built over the river Godavari roughly 16 kilometers from the city
Gangapur Dam built over the river Godavari roughly 16 kilometers from the city past the YCMOU on Gangapur Village Road is an imposing site to behold. This ‘Earthfill’ dam, operational since 1965, mainly serves the irrigation purposes of the surrounding terrains and provides water to the entire region. Gangapur Dam one of the earthen dams having emergency spillway is owned by the Government of Maharashtra. It is 36.59 meter in height, 3,902 meter in length, 4,612 cubic km in volume and has the capacity of 215,880 cubic kilometers. You need to obtain prior permission from the concerned authority to be allowed to enter the premises and visit the Gangapur Dam.

Location: Near Gangapur Dam
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University also known as YCMOU and named after the honorable first chief minister of Maharashtra State is an open university founded in Nasik. Established in July 1989 and affiliated to UGC, YCMOU is the fifth Open University in India. Though headquartered in Nasik, YCMOU provides various certificate, diploma, degree, post graduate and doctoral programs all over the Maharashtra through its study centers scattered in every corner of the state. The university holds about 4,300 staff and over 400,000 students have enrolled in YCMOU till date. Commonwealth of Learning (CoL), Canada has bestowed the honor of Global Jurisdiction and Institutional Excellence Award upon the university in the year 2002.

Location: Nearly 36 kilometers from Nasik
Positioned nearly 36 kilometers from Nasik, Trimbakeshwar is the holy abode of Lord Shiva where one of the twelve Jyotirlingams of India is enshrined. The astonishing factor about the Trimbakeshwar Temple is that the Shiva Lingam worshipped here is not a one signal lingam but it is a cluster of three small lingams representing the Hindu Trinity Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. As the legend goes, the sage Gautam had by mistake killed a cow. To save himself from the sin of Gau Hatya, he observed a severe penance at Trimbakeshwar. Lord Shiva being appeased appeared before him and also brought the Ganges in the form of Godavari on the earth. Brahmagiri Hills, the precipice that provide a spectacular backdrop to this holy town is believed to be the birth place of Lord Ganesha. The river Godavari originates from Brahmagiri itself and at one point in Brahmagiri the marks of the locks of Lord Shiva when he performed the Tandav Nritya are found on a rock. It is also believed that Lord Ram also visited this place and paid homage at the feet of Lord Trimbakeshwar. Today Trimbakeshwar is a prominent pilgrim destination of the state of Maharashtra and an important ‘Kshetra’ for performing ‘Teerth Shradhha’ and other rituals for the salvation of ancestors and general well being of the family.

Location: On the Nasik – Trimbak Road near the Anjneri Hills
The Indian Institute of Research in Numismatic Studies was established in Nasik in the year 1980. Located on the Nasik – Trimbak Road near the Anjneri Hills is a coin museum which is regarded to be the only one of its kind in Asia. This museum possesses a well-documented testimony of the history of Indian numismatics. Various currency systems that were prevalent in India from ancient times till date can be studied in this museum by the means of line drawings, photographs, articles, replicas and even real coins actually used in the past. A wide-ranging archive with about one hundred thousand cardexes has been conserved in this coin museum. Several workshops are also held here to promote coin collecting in India.

Location: 15 kilometers from Nasik on the Nasik Trimbak Road
Anjneri located 15 kilometers from Nasik on the Nasik Trimbak Road is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Hanuman. This village nestled in the hilly terrains amidst the infinite natural splendor is an important pilgrim destination around the holy city Nasik. Named after ‘Anjani’ the mother of Lord Hanuman, this region was then inhibited by the Abhir and Ahir tribes in 4th century. The best time to pay a visit to Anjneri is from June to December when the landscape is wearing the lush green coat and nature is in its full bloom.

Location: About 12 kilometers from the Nasik Road Station
Positioned about 12 kilometers from the Nasik Road Station, Bhagur is a small village famous as the birth place of Veer Savarkar (Vinayak Damodar Savarkar); a revolutionary freedom fighter of India, politician, poet, playwright and writer.

Location: About 20 kilometers from Nasik
Deolali Camp, located about 20 kilometers from Nasik is a small hill station. Originally established as a British Army Camp and an Army Staff College, today Deolali is a home to several army establishments, one of them being the School of Artillery of Indian Army. An air force station is also set up nearby. The School of Artillery of Indian Army is a leading institute that provides training to all the ranks of the regiment. An English word ‘doolally tap’ meaning camp fever has derived from the name Deolali.

Location: About 90 kilometers from Nasik
Shirdi is the name that instigates tremendous reverence in the mind of every Indian. It is the place where one experiences the culmination of piousness and devotion. Synonymous with the name of one of India’s most worshipped saints - Sai Baba, Shirdi is the most prominent and sacrosanct pilgrim destination in the state of Maharashtra. Shirdi, a small town of Rahata Taluka in Ahmednagar district is known far and wide as a home of Sai Baba, the great spiritual guru renowned for his compassion towards all living beings and the miracles he performed for their welfare. Located about 90 kilometers from Nasik, Shirdi is one of the most visited pilgrim destination of the state.

Location: Nearly 75 kilometers from Nasik
Placed nearly 75 kilometers from Nasik atop a large rocky hill in a village named Wani is a temple dedicated to Goddess Saptashringi. The image of the Goddess is portrayed carrying 18 weapons in her 18 hands. The temple of the Goddess Saptashringi is especially crammed with the devotees trying to get a glimpse of her at the times of Navaratri Festival.

Location: Just 14 kilometers from Nasik
A recently developed hangout junction near Nasik and extremely popular amongst the youngsters is Sula Vineyards. Located just 14 kilometers from Nasik, Sula Vineyards is an enterprise that both grows the wine grapes and produces the assorted varieties of wine. Today, Sula Wines are acknowledges amongst India’s Best wines. As you enter the premises of Sula Vineyards, the exuberant and abundant grape yards flourishing with sweet juicy grapes welcome you. The very moment you cross the threshold and get into the main building, you will be completely mesmerized by the soft light of wine bottle lamps hanging down from the ceiling. You can either opt for relaxing in the balcony facing the far reaching grape plantations and enjoying the choicest wine or take a tour of the winery accompanied by a guide and witness the wine making process from the close quarters. You can taste a wide array of wines in the Sula Tasting room or pay a visit to ‘Soma’ and savor the aroma of delectable food coupled with the enticing wines. A little Italy at Sula will serve you with the original flavor from Italy while the Sula Amphitheatre will arrange a party for you and your honored guests.