Pandharpur

To the best of anyone's knowledge, this is the sole temple in India dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu with the name Bhagwant. The temple follows the traditional Hemandpathi architectural style seen in many other temples in the same region of India. The four doorways of this temple represent the four cardinal directions, making it really distinctive. The building's primary entrance, however, is located on the building's eastern side. Lord Vishnu is represented in black stone, holding the triad of symbols (chakra, gadha, and shankh).

The Ekrukh Hipparga Talao is the combination of the Hipparga Talao (also known as the Hipparga Lake) and the Ekrukh Tank, which is located near the lake. When Solapur was still under British control, they built this tank.

In 1971, B. S. Kulkarni popularised the name Nannaj, often known as the Great Indian Bustard. The large sanctuary it contains makes it a popular destination for visitors to the Solapur area, and the city bills itself as an "International Tourist Centre." The Great Indian Bustard is known as the Maldhok in its native India. The total size of the sanctuary is around 8,500 square kilometres.

About 32 kilometres from Pandharpur is the little village of Velapur which is a part of the Solapur district. Towards the northeast of the town lies a very well-known temple with significant historical significance. It was built in the Hemandpathi architectural style. You can take a bus or a train to Velapur, which is located just outside the city limits.

Similar to the Tirths described in the Tuljapur Village, the Shri Dahigaun Tirth is a prominent Jain pilgrim site located in the same-named hamlet in the Solapur District. A 244-centimetre-tall, black-coloured idol of Lord Bhagwan Mahavir is the object of worship in this temple. The statue is depicted in Padmasana, the lotus pose.

A must-see tourist destination whilst in the Solapur area is the Bhuikot Fort. During the Bahamani Dynasty's dominance in the 14th century AD, when it was constructed, the region was firmly rooted in the Middle Ages. According to recorded history, Aurangzeb resided in this particular fort for a considerable amount of time. Once the Peshwas took control, Bajirao II moved in as well.

In the Solapur region, you can find the ancient Revanisiddheshwar Mandir, which is close to both the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary in Nannaj and the Moti Baug Talao. This is a significant tourism destination especially for birdwatchers.

The Moti Baug tank, or Kambar Talao Lake as it is known in the area, is a fantastic spot to go bird-watching in the Solapur district. There was a time when the waters of Kambar Talao were filled with the sight of delicate pink and white lotuses. Since the SMC began caring for the tank and cleaning it up, though, there haven't been as many lotuses here.

The Asar Mahal was the royal courthouse when it was built. The entire structure is masterfully crafted, with careful consideration given to every last detail. Exactly here is where preparations and festivities for the annual Urs festival take place. A square tank sits in the centre of the site's front porch, an area that was off-limits to the royal ladies. You'll find three sizable tanks here, the deepest of which is about 15 feet.

Gol Gumbad is a neighbourhood in the city of Bijapur. Because of its impressive design, it plays a pivotal role in India's rich cultural heritage. The lotus and rose petals that encircle the dome's base give it the appearance of a blossoming flower, thus the name "Rose Dome" (or "Gul Gumbad"). The mausoleum, which covers an impressive 18,000 square feet, has one of the largest and most lavish chamber settings in the world.

Naldurg Fort, around 45 kilometres from Solapur, is a well-known historical site. It can be found in Maharashtra, namely in the Osmanabad District. Beautiful waterfalls, known as Nar and Madi (which literally means "Male and Female" in the native language), are a major attraction near the Naldurg Fort. During the monsoons and the post-monsoon season, when the waterfalls are at full swell and tumbling down the beautiful mountains, they are at their most beautiful.

The Siddheshwar Temple is a famous Hindu shrine because of its location in the centre of a picturesque lake. It's often considered to be Solapur's most photogenic landmark. The sacred incarnation of Shiva and Vishnu shared a name, hence the Siddheshwar statue represents both gods. Siddheshwar Lake, where the temple sits, has three entrances leading to the temple's inner courtyard.