Kolhapur; situated on the extreme south-west of Maharashtra has a tradition of hospitality & excellence. Famous
as the residence of the goddess of health, wealth & prosperity -
Mahalaxmi; the region is mentioned as 'Karveer' in historical documents.
Today, Kolhapur is changing its face both industrially &
economically. Well connected by rail, by road & by air to the other
major towns; Kolhapur can be specially marked as the gateway of Konkan.
All the roads traveling towards west from Kolhapur takes us to Konkan.
KOLHAPUR CITY : "Kolhapur - The city of Goddess Mahalaxmi. A city of arts & crafts; a city with a glorious tradition of warm welcomes, yet a city of expanding horizons... We eagerly welcome you to Kolhapur & assure you that you will return home with a treasure trove of the most memorable moments of your life."
KOLHAPUR DISTRICT :
"Kolhapur is a district with a variety of tourism destinations. During
your stay in Kolhapur City, you can cover these destinations within a
couple of days; an ideal recipe for a memorable weekend."
