Akola

Akola, around 580 kilometres from Mumbai, is a tourism hotspot in Maharashtra that you just must not miss out on. This city's history can be traced all the way back to the illustrious Mughal Era, and it is now well-known for its animal sanctuary, forts, and tourism opportunities. It is surrounded by beautiful green woods, and its main tourist attractions are historic forts including Akola Fort and Balapur Fort. In addition to these landmarks, visitors to Akola often stop at local temples as well.

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Things To See & Do

Lord Mahadeo Cave

Lord Mahadeo Cave

Nestled amid Melghat forest hills
The Lord Mahadeo Cave can be found among the Melghat forest hills. You can take your loved ones on an unforgettable adventure by visiting this beautiful area.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Kapshi Lake

Kapshi Lake

Crystal-clear lake amid nature
Kapshi Lake, located not far from Akola, is a famous tourist destination. During the time that the British ruled over the area, they built this famous lake. The natural scenery is stunning, and the migratory birds from other countries are a bonus.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Nehru Park

Nehru Park

Sprawling park for relaxation
Nehru Park is a great area to enjoy a picnic if you're looking for a place to relax and have fun. As both an amusement park and a water park, it is extremely well-liked. When India's first 3D planetarium opened in the city, it became a source of local pride.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Narnala Fort

Narnala Fort

Incredible fort, apt for picnic
Due to its sarai and bungalow, the historic Narnala Fort makes for a great picnic site. Despite the absence of a caretaker, this historic site is still a great option for a family outing. In the opposite corner of the fort's courtyard lies the burial site of Burhanuddin, and beyond that is a tiny tank known as the Shakkar talao.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Narnala Wildlife Sanctuary

Narnala Wildlife Sanctuary

Home to rich flora and fauna
Within a radius of around 150 kilometres from Akola, you can find the well-known Narnala Wildlife Sanctuary. The abundance of plant and animal life in this area has earned it widespread renown. It is also significant for reasons beyond this, including in the realms of biology, mythology, history, scenery and recreation.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Balapur Fort

Balapur Fort

Ancient fort with stunning architecture
It is possible to travel 26 kilometres from Akola to Balapur Fort by road during the monsoon season. In particular, its fortifications and other architectural works are well-known for their intricacy. Balapur Fort, was constructed by Emperor Aurangzeb's son.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Katepurna Sanctuary

Katepurna Sanctuary

Home to exotic fauna
More than 115 plant species, including moha, tendu, khair, salai, etc., can be viewed at Katepurna Sanctuary. Some of the most well-known inhabitants of Katepurna Sanctuary are the Barking Deer and Four-horned Antelope.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Om Shri Baara Jyotirlinga Shiv Mandir

Om Shri Baara Jyotirlinga Shiv Mandir

Revered shrine for Hindus
As one of Alko's earliest religious buildings, the Om Shri Baara Jyotirlinga Shiv Mandir is a significant historical landmark. Lord Shiva, whose Linga form is shown here, is worshipped at this temple. This Shiv Temple is also discovered to be one of the most frequented in all of Akola.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Salasar Balaji Temple

Salasar Balaji Temple

Sacred place of worship
The Ganga Nagar Akola neighbourhood is home to the Salasar Balaji Temple. Hanumanji, Shri Ram Darbar, Shri Radhakrishna, and the rest of the Shiv Parivar are all deities. This temple has a garden and sits on 2,000,000 square feet of the ground.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Raj Rajeshwer Temple

Raj Rajeshwer Temple

Revered Hindu shrine
The ancient Raj Rajeshwer Temple can be found inside the well-known Akola Fort. Lord Shiva, who appears to worshippers here in the shape of a linga, is the patron deity of this temple. Each year, hundreds of visitors go to the temple.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Akola

Winter Destination

  • NOV-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUL-OCT

    Moderate Season

  • JUL-FEB

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Cool weather with early-morning breezes
  • Things You'll Love:Outdoor excursions, parks and road trips

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