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Le Acre ResearchattractionsShiva TempleDedicated to Lord Shiva, Shiva temple is established in the Sindhudurgdistrict of Maharashtra. It is widely known as Kunkeshwar Temple andis believed to have been built in the year 1100 by the Yadavas. Thistemple is a typical example of Konkani sculpture and architecture, andis also known as Dakshin Kashi. The most popular festival which iscelebrated is of Lord Shiva i.e. Mahashivratri and it is celebrated withgreat pomp and splendor.Vimleshwar Shiva templeVimleshwar Shiva temple is the dwelling place of Lord Vimleshwar orShiva and has an unusual shape that makes it a very uniquearcheological monument. The surroundings of the temple add to itsbeautyweatherBest SeasonThe best season to visit Kunkeshwar is the winters and the onset of summers. The temperatureremains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing. The best months to visit are October,November, December, January, February, March and May.Summer SeasonThe summers in Kunkeshwar are hot and dry and are generally avoided by the tourists. Themonth of March marks the start of summer season and it lasts till June. Temperature rangesbetween 23°C to 38°C during these months.Monsoon SeasonJuly marks the beginning of Monsoon season in Kunkeshwar and it lasts till September. Heavyrainfall is experienced by the region in the months of July and August.Winter SeasonKunkeshwar experiences winters in the months of October to February. The temperatureremains in the comfortable 17°C - 30°C during these months. These are the best months tovisit Kunkeshwar.Le Acre Research | Kunkeshwar | www.le-acre.com4
Le Acre Researchevents / festivalsKunkeshwar hosts a number of festivals. Many Hindu festivals in Kunkeshwar are celebrated withgrandeur.Navratri: Navratri (Nine Nights), dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga occurs twice everyyear and is celebrated with much pomp and show in Kunkeshwar. During the nine days of thefestival nine different forms of the Goddess is worshipped. It is really a wonderful experience to be apart of these festivities in Kunkeshwar.Ganesh Festival or Ganesh Chaturthi: This festival is held in the months of August-Septemberand is one of the famous festivals in Kunkeshwar. It is celebrated with immense passion.how to reachBy Air:Nearest airport at Dabolim, Goa is 186 Kms. Mumbai Airport is 492 Kms.Proposed International Airport at Chipi just 48 kms.By Railway:Nearest major railway station on Konkan Railway is Kankavli, 49 Kms.Nandgaon Railway station is 42 Kms.By Road:42 Kms from Nandgaon village on NH17 (Mumbai-Goa Highway)14 Km from DevgadMumbai-Kunkeshwar is 492 Kms.Pune-Kunkeshwar is 387 KmsKolhapur-Kunkeshwar is 160 KmsLe Acre Research | Kunkeshwar | www.le-acre.com5
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