(^24) Ganpatipule - Ratnagiri – 30 km
The rest did Amanda a world of good. She cycled the entire 30 kilometres to
Ratnagiri without requiring a tuk-tuk. Ratnagiri was the perfect place from where
to explore historic Kolhapur with its intensely fascinating temple complex.
Kolhapur visit
The four-hour bus ride to Kolhapur was a hair-raising affair. Upon our arrival, we
immediately set off to explore the renowned Mahalaxmi Temple, a magnificent
structure surrounded by hundreds of devoted pilgrims, all seeking the blessings
of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Nestled along the serene banks of the river Panchganga and cradled by the
majestic Eastern Ghats, Kolhapur felt like a hidden gem, far removed from the
usual tourist paths. The town's rich history came to life as we marvelled at the
ancient temple complex, dating back to 10 AD. The temple, dedicated to the
revered four-armed goddess adorned with glimmering gemstones, radiated an
aura of sacredness and reverence.
In light of the harrowing bus journey, we had endured, we eagerly opted for a
more tranquil return by train.
leana
(Leana)
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