NASHIK

Nashik:

Nashik is a religious Hindu city, host to the Kumbh Mela held every 12 years. Apart from its temples, Nashik also has forts, waterfalls and vineyards to vouch for. With multiple vineyards present in Nashik, it also makes for a perfect wine tasting destination. The wine-tourism industry is mushrooming in this part of Maharashtra. Nashik gives you a chance to experience a fabulous cocktail of extremes - from temples to vineyards, hills to waterfalls; this place offers a lot to see. There are 101 trekking points in and around Nashik namely Ramshej Fort, Anjaneri, Bhramhagiri, Harihargad, Rajdheer Fort, Dhodap, Mangi Tungi, Salher - Mulher, Patta Fort and many more. RAMKUND WATERFALLS IN & AROUND NASHIK A sacred bathing ghat in Nashik, Ramkund is situated at the banks of the Godavari River, which becomes the venue to host the spectacular Kumbh Mela where millions take the famous Kumbh Snan or bath. This is considered to be the holiest place in Nashik and is surrounded with folklores and various mythological stories. Near this pond is the "Asthivilaya Tirtha". Devotees immerse the bones of their dead relatives in the ossuary. The remains of many great leaders including Mahatma Gandhi, Pandit Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Yashwantrao Chavan have been immersed in Ramkund. Nashik is blessed with some of the most beautiful wat Dudhsagar Falls, also known as Someshwar Falls, is one of the most captivating tourist places in Nashik. Located at a distance of 9 om from Nashik Central Bus Station, this is a vast 10-meter waterfal dropping from a wide rocky terrain with a single drop Similarly Dugarwadi, Pahine, Vihigaon and Bhavli Waterfalls have a meumerising effect on the tourists with their stunning cascade of water amidst verdant greenery, enveloped in magnificent mountairis VINEYARDS Nashik is popularly known as the wine capital of India as half of India's vineyards and wineries are located here.

In fact some of the finest wineries and vineyards are located here with Sula Vineyard being the first winery established in the city and it is also one of the most famous places to visit. The history of the vineyard goes back to 1999, when it initially began operations. Some of the other vines produced here are Soma, York, Nipha, Grover Zampa, Indus vines etc. Nipha and Grover Zampa vines are internationally renowned. TRIMBAKESHWAR TEMPLE One of the most popular places of worship in Nashik. Trimbakeshwar is one amongst the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India. The extraordinary feature of the Jyotirlinga here is its 3 faces embodying Lord Brahma, Vishnu & Rudra. Kushavart Tirtha is situated at the heart of Trimbakeshwar town. The Kumbhmela occurs at an interval of every 12 years, on the banks of sacred river Godavari, at the Trumbakeshwar temple. The temple at the base of the Bramhagin mountain with several small temples nearby is one of the best tourist places in Nashik PANDAV LENI CAVES One of the most iconic tourist spots in Nashik, the Trirasmhi Leni Caves comprise of 24 ancient rock-cut caves that give an enthralling experience to all the adventure and thrill seeking enthusiasts. As the caves are situated on a hammock, mountaineering and trekking are some of the adventurous activities offered here for the tourists. Legend says that the Pandavas made these caves to hide away from their enemies and relatives and spent some time here. It is also known as Trirashmi Caves. SAPTASHRUNGI TEMPLE Popularly known as one of the 'three and a half Shakti Peethas' of Maharashtra, the Saptashrungi temple is situated at 4659 feet above sea level. It is also one among the 51 Shakti Peethas located on the Indian subcontinent and is a location where one of Sati's limbs, her right arm are believed to have fallen. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Saptashrungi and is surrounded by seven (sapta in Sanskrit) peaks (shrunga in Sanskrit), hence the name Saptashrungi Mata (mother of the seven peaks). CUISINE Nashik is known as the city of Grapes. Hence, its grapes, wines, raisins are quite popular. The missal and Nashik chivda are relished by people here. HOW TO REACH • By Air There is a domestic airport in Ozar, Nashik which is 25kms from Nashik city. • By Train Nashik Road Railway station By Road/Self Drive Nashik is well connected with all other cities by roads and by Trains. ACCOMMODATIONS A varied range of accommodation is available from luxurious to local dharamshalas (guest houses) here. MTDC's Grape Park Resort near Gangapur Dam is one of the preferred accommodations. BEST TIME TO VISIT June to September (Monsoon) and October to February (Winter)

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
 • Nandur Madhyameshwar Bird Sanctuary • Mamadapur Blackbuck Sanctuary • Bhavali Dam • Igatpuri • Gondeshwar Temple • Yeola ◆ Rangmahal Chandwad • Nashik Flower Park, Trimbak ◆ Gangapur Dam MTDC Boatclub • Mangi tungi • Nastanpur ◆ Renuka Devi Chandwad ◆ Harihar Fort & Ramshej Fort and many more.