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What to do and see in Nashik District, Maharashtra: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Discover the best top things to do in Nashik District, India including Saptashrungi, Dhamma Giri, Pandavleni Caves, Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple, Kalaram Temple, Vaitarna Dam, Anjneri Hill, Brahmagiri Hill, Jain Mandir Nashik, Swami Samarth Ashram.
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1. Saptashrungi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By 007Wanderer01 - Mumbai, India
Saptshringi nivasini mata is represented by a huge idol with 16 hands. Her Aura instantly attracts. We went there from Nasik on the way to Saputara. Road.is good. Ride to hill top is very smooth and approach road is excellent. There was huge rush and took us 2 hours even with the funicular. No social distancing in the Corona times, even though they insist on mask. Funicular is really a well maintained a well operated boon for the devotees. Its not a Rodeway but railway i think. I was carrying my mother who is 72 year old and physically frail.There is an arrangement for wheel chair along with escort for senior citizen with extra cost of INR100, which makes Darshan quite easy for them. Funicular rate is now INR 100 PP.
2. Dhamma Giri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By YatindraTawde - Mumbai, India
For real benefits, one needs to do an extended course of 10 days. That being said, you can even do a quick one day visit. You are welcomed by a huge gateway which is majestically constructed. Once you enter the Vipassana hall, beautiful paintings depicting the life of the Buddha adorn all the walls. I really admired the skills of the artist/artists who have lovingly sketched and painted the masterpieces. There is a video show of 20 minutes which introduced us to the Vipassana centre and its founders followed by a quick 10 minute meditation session. If you are anywhere near nashik or Igatpuri, it should not be missed.
3. Pandavleni Caves
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4.5 based on 376 reviews
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Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
These Bhuddist caves date back to the 1st century BC. The caves are considered to be amongst the earliest example of Bhuddist rock-cut architecture and an important source of historical record of the development of Bhuddist religious practices as it evolved up the 6th century CE. There are 24 four caves in total, all of which are cut into the hill of Trirasmi and requires a bit of climbing to see them all, but nothing I thought was too strenuous. Cave number 3 is the biggest, one of the most important and most richly decorated of all the caves One of the best things to see in Nashik
4. Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,420 reviews
Reviewed By Bhaskar_10 - New Delhi, India
Had darshan on 26/12/19 - Evening Had darshan on 27/12/19 - Early Morning Travelled from Nashik old CBS stand and it is 2 hrs drive. Ticket price INR 40/- and bus leaves every 30 minutes. Stayed at Shri Gajanan Ashram and the bus drops you right at the gate. Ashram is at a distance of about 1 km away from temple gate and one can easily walk else there are share auto at INR 10/- per person which drop you till the temple. Had evening darshan after a 4 1/2 hour wait in the queue. Next day morning 5.30am had darshan in 1 hour wait. Early morning darshan is desirable as rush is less. Additionally during evening there is a donation queue where one can pay INR 200/- and have darshan in 2 to 2 1/2 hrs. Hope this helps for those who are going to the temple for the 1st time. Jai Trimbakeshwar Shiv Ji
5. Kalaram Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By tarun457 - Mumbai, India
This is one of a kind the murti of lord Rama which I have seen which is black in colour. The temple is beautiful and made in black sand stone.. There are some renovations going on in the temple but it does not effect the travellers. A must visit place when you are in Nashik.. Regards Tarun Anil Samvedi Virar, Mumbai
6. Vaitarna Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Vaitarna Dam is near JenJon Lake Vaitrana and the water for this dam is drawn from the biggest lake in the region - the mighty Upper Vaitarna. It is a magnificent sight to be standing on the banks of this great dam and observe various activities like fishing, bird watching, boating, children frolicking on its banks etc. The nearby JenJon Lake Vaitarna Resort arranges for various picnics to the dam.
Reviewed By Rani75 - Mumbai, India
It's a beautiful place. Rainy season is the best time to visit. My rainy season destination Igatpuri.
7. Anjneri Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By Departure710435 - Nashik District, India
Ideally this is the best place to visit in Nashik after Brahmagiri trek in Trimbakeshwar. The administration should have repaired this place during Kumbh Mela. Tourists would have come in droves. Park your car at the Bottom and walk up the trail up. It is slippery, so wear good shoes. In the rainy season it is awesome for the selfie crazy crowd. But I love the winters. It is cold and the best season to visit. Carry lots of water. Because of the broken trail, I will not suggest small kids doing the trek. It takes 4 hours to up and come down.
8. Brahmagiri Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By sumoysen
Recently in during the Christmas (Dec 2018) we had visited Brahmagiri hill near Trimbakeswar and the trip was excellent. Though people say that those hill areas are good during or after the monsoon due to their greenish views but visiting this time in winter will give you another side of the image. The hills will look quite dry but you will be able to notice the wall like rocks along the Brahmagiri or Sahayadri ranges. We went to this place from Trimbakeswar. If you have your own car and if it is small hatchback and of you are quite confident in driving along the narrow ghat roads then you can go of your own. But I suggest you take the rental autos from Trimbakeswar who will charge you between 400-600 for to and fro trips as that you give you some relaxation due to not driving but viewing the beauty of the nature. Once you reach Brahmagiri (some 10-12 kms which will take 45 mins) you will be de-boarded from your vehicle at the entrance of the ghat. Then you have to take a rough muddy road for about 1 kms and then the stairs start. There are lots of Palki (palanquin) services available for aged and/or physically challenged people (and also for kids to have fun) - they take some 800-1000 for taking you in those palkis. A single adult or 2-3 kids can sit on one Palki. There are around 180-200 steps to reach Ganda Dwar or Ganga Mandir which is the origin of river Godavari (The river Godavari is called Dakshin Ganga or the Ganges of the Southern India and hence the names Ganga Dwar or Ganga Mandir. There is another route to reach Brahmagiri or Ganga Dwar which is from Trimbakeswar State highway and in that case you have to climb around 750 steps. Suggestable is this route where you can go through vehicle and then climb for 150-200 steps. Once you reach Ganga Dwar then you can view the Kund (well) to witness the origin of river Godavari. The same hill hosts many other tourist places like 108 Shiva lingam caves (bit narrow and you have to be very careful while walking along the route) and other caves like Rishi Goutam and Rishi Gorakh. But once you reach and visit there then you will be able to witness a different feeling by realizing how those sages did their tapasyas in those caves thousands of years ago. Atop the hill there are many other caves and Shiva lingams but to reach there you have to cross some 1500 steps from the down State highway. But visiting Ganga Dwar or Ganga Mandir and other nearby caves in of great worth considering the rough routes and those 200-300 steps climbing. Also you will find water bottles, sugarcane juice and some biting food stalls. You can hire bamboo sticks as well (hardly 10-15 Rs per stick) if you need a support while climbing up. Overall it's quite a good place to visit with family and kids (ensuring the parents take care of their kids safety). Considering travel time of nearly 2 hours to and fro Trimbakeswar it is worth staying there for another 2-3 hours.
9. Jain Mandir Nashik
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By DrRMshah
Beautiful Jain Temple with Serene atmosphere. Nice place to try Jain food and also learn about Jain Philosophy. Can meet devotees and engage in discussions. The carvings and architecture is outstanding.
10. Swami Samarth Ashram
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By foodie_moodie_indian - Mumbai, India
i visited this place long back awesome place and we can stay also and the temple is amazing ..hope to visit again....
