Satara

Home to grand forts, ancient temples, pristine waterfalls, serene lakes, lush wildlife sanctuaries and therefore the beautiful Kaas Plateau, Satara, in Maharashtra, is an absolute delight for travellers. While the Ajinkyatara Fort, perched on a mountain, is the sentinel of the town , the tranquil Kaas Lake is a perfect natural retreat for visitors.

A land of rich heritage, Satara was the erstwhile capital of the Marathas. Inscriptions dating back to 200 BC reveal that the oldest place in Satara district is Karad (mentioned as Karhakada). Many believe that Wai in Satara district is ‘Viratnagari’, where Pandavas of the epic Mahabharata lived in their 13th year of exile. The district is found within the river basins of the Bhima and Krishna rivers and boasts a good sort of topography. From the pinnacles and high plateaus of main Sahyadri range to the basins of Nira river in Phaltan tahasils, Satara features a little something to suit everyone’s needs.

How To Get There

By Air

Nearest Airport is Pune Airport and is 122 Km away from Satara.

By Road

Nearest Bus Station is MSRTC Satara, and the region is well-connected by roads.

By Rail

Nearest Railway Station is Satara Road and is 6 km away from Satara.

Attractions In Satara

Ajinkyatara Fort

Perched on the Ajinkyatara Mountain, at an altitude of three ,300 ft, the eponymous fort offers picturesque views of the whole city of Satara. Tourists can best explore the fort by hiking and camping. Temples of Devi Mangalai, Lord Shankara and Lord Hanuman are housed within the fort, where visitors pays their respects. Tourists can see the Nandgiri and Chandan-Vandan forts on its eastern side, wh...

Thoseghar Waterfalls

Flanked by lofty mountains on three sides, the stunning Thosegar Waterfalls may be a treat for visitors and may be easily visited during a visit to Satara in Maharashtra’s Konkan region. Falling from a height of about 1,600 ft, it’s one among the very best waterfalls in India. Reaching the waterfalls requires walking for 15 to twenty minutes including some hiking. The waterfalls is spl...