Nashik Tourism
Nashik is a religious place and one of the holy Hindu pilgrimage spots of India, Kumbh Mela. Every natural aspect of this place is intertwined with folklore, mythology, and religious beliefs - making it more mysterious and worthwhile to explore.
It is located on the western edge of Deccan Peninsular, making the place picturesque. Godavari River flows beside Nashik, enhancing its beauty. You can witness history, religion, and remnants of historical freedom struggle here. Besides you will find a large military training center, burgeoning industrial landscape, lakes, and a lot more.
Best Time to Visit
You can visit Nashik anywhere between October and March. If you visit here during winter, you can enjoy the most because of cool and soothing temperature that prevails over there. Also for sightseeing, winter is the best season. Average temperature of the place during various seasons and corresponding months are as mentioned:
- March to June (Summer): 23°C to 40°C
- June to September (Monsoon): 21°C to 29°C
- November to March (Winter): 12°C to 32°C
How to Reach Nashik
Nashik is located in the north-west region of Maharashtra. It is considered among the major cities in the state and can be reached by road, airways, or railway.
By Road
To Reach Nashik by road, you will not only find state transport services but also private buses and other vehicles such as taxis. To get there, you either have to travel around 166 km from the city of Mumbai or 209 km from the city of Pune by road.
By Train
Railway station of this city is considered as one of the most important railway stations in Central Railway. Therefore, every train passing through that region stops at Nashik.
By Air
If you want to reach this place by air, the nearest international airport is Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Another important domestic airport near the city is in Pune. Nashik even has two airports - Ozar Airport and Gandhinagar Airport.
Distance to Nashik
- From mumbai - 185 KM
- From delhi - 1222 KM
- From pune - 202 KM
Local Transport
You can go around the city by the most popular conveyance here - auto rickshaw. Fares are affordable. Public transport can also be availed here to reach anywhere in the city. Other than public buses, you will find wide array of private buses too. If you need to travel around the city for the entire day, you can book taxis or private cars such as Sumos. You can also take train from the nearest railway station to visit the places located near Nashik. If you are a tourist, you can take the Nashik Darshan Bus to visit different religious destinations here. Some of the places to visit with this bus include Tapovan, Sita Gufa, Panchavati, and many more. Rental cars are also available here for visiting the local places.
Hotels
You will find all kinds of hotels in Nashik. Whether you are looking for economy hotels or high-end ones, you will find them all here. Most of the hotels present here are budget ones. Many of the tourists appreciate the arrangements and facilities provided here.
It is advisable to book your stay beforehand for best of experience. Ginger Hotel, IBIS, The Taj Gateway Hotel, Hotel New Holiday Plaza and Express Inn are a few to mention among many hotels in Nashik.
Food
All kinds of foods are available in Nashik. Whether it is Maharashtrian, European, Chinese, North Indian, or South Indian delicacies, you will find all of them here.
If you want to taste the local Maharashtrian dishes in Nashik, then do not miss Ukadiche Modak, Puran Poli and Batata Wada. Confluence of these dishes with those of the neighbouring regions of Gujarat, and Rajasthan can be found here.
While visiting this place, you should try the local snacks available by the roadside such as Pohay, Chivda, Surali Wadi, Vada Pav, Upma, Thalipeeth, Pav bhaji, Bakarwadi, Misal Pav, Sabudana Khichadi, Bhadang, and others.
Shopping in Nashik
st people of this place are conversant in three languages: Marathi (local language), Hindi, and English. Foreigners should keep in mind that many people understand English but can not speak. So, learning some essential words of the local and national languages will help you to communicate with the local populace.
This is a relative question to answer. In fact, the number of days you need to enjoy Nashik will depend on the time you want to spend exploring each destination here. However, at least 3 days and 2 night are required to check some of the most important places in and around Nashik.
Tourism Department Contacts
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (Office at Nashik)
Paryatan Bhavan, Government Guest House Premises,
Near Gold Club Ground, Nashik-422 002.
Tel: (0253) 2570 059
Fax: 2579 352
Police: 100
ESI Hospital: (0253) 235-1114, 1045
Lifeline Hospital: (0253) 2597904 / 5 / 6 /7
Dr. Zakir Hussain Kathada Hospital: (0253) 2590049
Women crisis response:1091
Ambulance Emergency:102
Civil Hospital: (0253) 2576106
Railway Inquiry: (0253) 2572715, 2461274
National Highways (Emergency Relief Center): 1033
Fire Brigade: 101
Last Updated on : 19/09/2013
