Nasik is one of the four most holiest places in India where the drops of nectar fell when demigods and demons fought over it. It is located on the banks of river Godavari encircled by nine hills- Durga, Ganesh, chitraghanta, Pandav, Dinger Ali Mhasarul, Jogwanda, Pathanpura, and Konkani. Nasik is one city which rose to name in the mythological era and has carried its aura to the present age withstanding the test of time.

The holy and picturesque city of Nasik becomes very crowded during the festival season. Nasik tourism also highlights its bustling markets on the river banks, the ringing temple bells and sadhus meditating.

Kumbh Mela : The Maha Kumbhmela is The most awaited and the most outstanding event India witnesses. Kumbhmela is a religious festival which is a world known event and is celebrated every 12 years. This spectacular event is celebrated in four famous pilgrim sites, Allahabad, Haridwar, ujjain, and Nasik. Nasik is the biggest of them all with over three and a half million devotees attending it to take a holy dip in the sacred Gangothri.

Panchavati : The northern part of Godavari is called Panchavati. It is called so because of the the five Banyan trees that are there. The importance of this place is that Ram along with Sita and Laxmana stayed here for a while making it a holy place.

Trimbakeshwara Temple : This is one of the 12 sacred jyotirlingas. This temple which is devoted to Lord Shiva was built in 1730 by Baji Rao Peshwa. It is said that the source of Godavari river lies few hundred feet above the temple. Although the Non-Hindu are not allowed inside but they can go up till the steps and take a look inside. one will see the combination of both Malwa and Meru style in its architecture. It is not difficult to reach this temple as there are regular bus service from Nasik to Trimbakeshwara Temple.

Sundernarayan Temple : Sundernarayan temple is a marvel built in 1756 by Gangadhar Yashwant Chandrachud. There are two mandaps which have enchanting works of architecture and the round dome is made of beautiful little ornamental cordon. You will find very precise work of carvings as well. When you move towards Godavri, on the way you will find a lake named Badarika Sangam pond which also finds a mention in the holy book of Dhyanasheri. But the most remarkable thing about this temple is the angle at which it is built. On every march 21st, rays of rising sun first fall directly on the Idols and to witness this extra-ordinary event many devotees throng to this temple on that day.

How to get there

Air : Nearest airport from Nashik is at Mumbai , which is 185-km away from the city. From the airport you can take a taxi to reach the bus stand.

Rail : Nasik is one the major stations on the Central Railway and there are a number of convenient trains that connect Nashik to other cities and towns. The fastest train to Mumbai is the Panchvati Express, which does the trip in 4 ½ hours.

Road : Nasik is 185-kms from Mumbai and is well connected by road. Pune-Nashik highway is 220-kms away from the city. There are also several private and state buses available between Mumbai/Thane and Nashik.