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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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    Best Time To Visit Akola

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

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