Nashik: A Dream Family Holiday Destination

Nashik is also branded as the wine and grape capital of India. The city is situated on the banks of the river Godavari in the foothills of the Western Ghats Mountains in the northwest region of Maharashtra. It’s a must go destination for travelers, be it with family or kids, Nasik is, however, most ideal for couples.  With many 3 star hotels in Nashik, the travelers are guaranteed to find their comfort zone and stay in luxury.

There are many cheap hotels in Nashik where travelers can enjoy a budget stay too. Here are some tourist places to visit during your stay in Nashik:

• Ramkund: Chitra Rao Khatarkar built Ramkund in 1696. This holy tank is 27 m by 12 m in area. It is said that Rama and Sita used to bathe in this tank during their exile. People bring ashes of their departed relatives and engross it in this holy tank. People of Hindu faith believe that the deceased souls would attain moksha or liberation through this ritual.
• Muktidham Temple: The temple is made of pure white marble and the color signifies sanctity and tranquility. Muktidham is just 7 km away from the city. The Temple was built with white makrana marble. With unusual architecture and 18 chapters of the Gita inscribed on the walls, the temple is unique and beautiful.
• Coin Museum: The museum is the only one in Asia with a fine collection of research and well-documented history of Indian currencies. The Indian Institute of Research in Numismatic Studies established the Coin Museum in 1980. Located in the setting of the enthralling Ajneri Hill of Nashik, the environment is a cool place to have vacations.
• Someshwar: There are temples of Lord Shiva and Lord Hanuman on the banks of the river Godavari at Someshwar. Travelers enjoy swimming and boating here. Because of its tranquil beauty, this is a preferred destination for film shooting. There is Navasha Ganapati Temple in this village.
• Deolali Camp: Deolali Camp was established in 1861, which is one of the oldest military centers in India. Deolali market is eminent for shopping inside the military centre. Worn out and psychologically frazzled armies were sent to this place for giving respite during British time. The area surrounded with gardens, playgrounds, and wide roads proves its exclusivity.
• Artillery Centre: It is situated behind the Pandav Caves. It is the biggest Artillery Center in Asia. The center had been shifted from Pakistan in 1947.Officers and soldiers of Indian Army are trained here. The area is always under military constraint.
• Takli: Takli is connected to the Guru (teacher) of Chhatrapati Shivaji, Saint Samarth Ramdas. He promoted the Hindu religion. Ramdas ran off from his marriage life and settled down at Takli for deliberation. He was an aficionado of Lord Ram.

The best season or months to visit places in Nasik are February, March, October, November, and December. So with all these places to visit, Nashik can be dream destination with a marvellous stay.