About Hotel Atithi
Hotel Atithi
499, E Ward, Lalchand Complex,
Vyapari Peth, Shahupuri, Kolhapur,
Phone No. 231-2666930, 2666931,6949696
In Kolhapur, Ambabai is the most honoured deity. This temple had not been here, there would not have been Kolhapur city here as well. It can be said that by the virtue of blessings of Shri Mahalaxmi, Kolhapur has got great sons like Shri Shahu Chhatrapati and Shri Rajaram Maharaj who worked for the welfare and development of Kolhapur. Foundation of current development of Kolhapur is laid by the temple of Shri Mahalaxmi. Its development has been supported by the kings. This temple is in the heart of the city near old palace. This grand and beautiful temple of 'Hemadpanti' stands exemplry for demostration of ancient architechtural skills. This temple is star shaped and it is 2 storied. ,
Shri Mahalaxmi temple has 4 entrances out of which main is on the west side and has a place over it to keep the kettle drums. There are 2 piligrimage spots viz Kashi and Manikarnika on north side. In the yard, there is a group of lamps in a row. Also there are 2 modern fountains. On the entrance of north side, large bell is rung. It is one of the largest bells in Maharashtra. This loud clanging of the bells is heard in the region up to 4 miles radius.
In Poush month every year, 'SanjSooryaKiranotsav' is celebrated. The peculiarity of this festival is that, in those days, sun rays enter the temple and fall on the face of the idol in the evening and they vanish. It is noticeable that there is about 150 feet covering construction including that of temple and Garud Mandap. In front of the temple and on the west side, there are many houses. Except these 3 days, sun rays never fall on the face of the idol.
Check in timing : 9:00 a.m / Check out timing : 9:00 a.m
Important Note
Our credit society has two rooms available for our member as nominal and subsidized price of Rs. 500/-per day. the booking is done only in a credit society office one month in advance and on first come first basis