Ahmednagar: Discover The ‘Land Of Saints’ In India!

Ahmednagar is a historic city having tourism importance that you can visit in the state of Maharashtra. It is almost near the city of Pune and Aurangabad. The name of the city is credited to the name of a historic ruler who ruled the city during earlier times. His name is “Ahmad Nizam Shah I” and he is respected as the founding figure of the city of Ahmednagar.

It was through a battle that Ahmad Nizam Shah I conquered the city from the “Bahamani Army” in the year 1494. The dynasty founded by Ahmad Nizam Shah I is known as the “Nizam Shah Dynasty”. The most important things waiting for you in the city of Ahmednagar include the historically aesthetic buildings of the city giving information about the proud and prestigious events that happened during the royal reign. Let’s discover much more about the city of Ahmednagar through its destination options in tourism. 

Tomb of Salabat Khan II 

People also call this tomb names such as “Chandbiwi’s Mahel” and “Chand Bibi Palace”. However, these name variations are technically incorrect and there is only one righteous name for the destination known as “Tomb of Salabat Khan II”. There are a total of three stories in this structure.

The construction is made purely using stones on the top of a hill. You will be required to travel a distance of around 13 KM in order to reach the destination of the tomb from the city center of Ahmednagar. 3080 feet is the altitude measurement of the tomb from sea level. So that you can also travel to the destination of the tomb to just indulge in the views of the city of Ahmednagar. 

Ahmednagar Fort

Ahmednagar Fort is the landmark destination you can choose to travel to when you are on a vacation in the city. You can visit the fort anytime between 10 in the morning and 5 in the evening. The ownership of the fort as well as its management responsibilities are vested with Indian Army. The fort is quite near the “Bhinga Nala” in the city of Ahmednagar.

During the reign of the Ahmednagar dynasty, this fort and the location of the fort were the headquarters of the Sultanate. It was during the year 1803, that the fort got taken over by the colonial forces on account of their win in the “Anglo Maratha War II”. During the period of colonial reign, the British officers had also transformed this fort into a prison. 

Rehekuri Blackbuck Sanctuary

For those biodiversity and nature enthusiasts traveling to the city of Ahmednagar in Maharashtra, Rehekuri Blackbuck Sanctuary is an inevitable destination. You can also consider hitting the sanctuary if you are tired of visiting the historically significant places in the territory of Ahmednagar.

From the city center of Ahmednagar, you will be required to travel around 80km in order to reach the destination of the sanctuary. The total area of the sanctuary as per the records available is 2.17 sq. km. If possible, try to visit the sanctuary during the summer months of the year to enjoy the views and feel the experiences in the best possible climatic conditions. As the name of the sanctuary suggests, Black Bucks are the celebrity species preserved in it. 

Meherabad

Meherabad is an Ashram village you can visit while you are having an Ahmednagar vacation in the state of Maharashtra. The name of the village when translated into English has the meaning “flourishing colony of friends”. Meher Baba is the man behind the establishment of the ashram in this particular village. The establishment happened in the year 1923. You need to travel around 9km from the city center of Ahmedabad in order to reach this village ashram.

Now, years after the establishment of the ashram village, it is also known as the “Samadhi” or the eternal resting place of its founder, Meher Baba. If you would like to stay in the ashram, you can easily avail accommodation facilities there. The residents and the volunteers of the ashram do charity activities and work for the empowerment of the downtrodden. 

Farah Bagh

You can also refer to this place by the name “Faria Bagh”. It was the rulers belonging to the Nizam Shahi dynasty who ordered the construction of the Farah Bagh. The construction of the structure got completed in the year, 1583. The garden of this palace is so grand and magnificent with its organizational and architectural beauty.

The Mughal style of architecture incorporated in the construction of the palace is beyond praise. Indo-Islamic cultural identities can also be found in the interiors and surroundings of the palace making it culturally rich and powerful. Murtaza Nizam Shah was the ruler who enjoyed the palace as his residence mostly when compared to the others in the dynasty. Lakad Mahal which can be seen close to Farah Bagh is also historically significant. 

Cavalry Tank Museum 

This is a museum under military supervision functional in the city of Ahmednagar in Maharashtra. You can get to see the fighting vehicles of the army in around 50 numbers in the museum. This is the only army museum in the entire territory of Asia in its kind. It was in the year, 1994 that the museum got established in the territory of Ahmednagar.

Make sure you see and observe the famous tanks in the museum such as the tanks used for World War II, the Tanks of the Indian Army, and also the Vijayanta Tank. You can also get to see a “Rolls Royce Armored Car” in Silver color in the museum built in the Indian pattern which is the oldest one in the entire collection of vehicles in the location. 

Bagh Rauza Fort

This is another historical construction you can visit when you are in Ahmednagar. Tourism in the location of this fort is quite happening and so you can expect a larger crowd almost all the time. “Garden of Shrine” is the other name of the fort by which it is known among some. You can also find the resting place of the ruler, “Ahmed Nizam Shah” in the compound of the fort.

He is regarded as the founder of the city itself so his burial ground has got a greater significance in the history of the city of Ahmednagar. History enthusiasts traveling to the city of Ahmednagar won’t miss out on this place at any cost. The intricate carvings found on the walls of the fort are quite impressive and exciting to indulge in.

Siddheshwar Temple

Siddheshwar Temple unlike the historic and cultural destinations in the city of Ahmednagar is a place for Hindu pilgrimage. People belonging to the faith of Lingayat are also seen visiting the temple since it is quite important to them. The lake that can be found in the complex of the temple is also quite beautiful and significant.

“Siddheshwar”, the name by which the temple is known is actually the name of a devotee of Lord Shiva who lived in the 12^th century. It is believed that the devotee could finally attain “Samadhi” from the location of the temple. Hence the devotees of Shiva consider this location sacred and divine. The marble tomb of Siddheshwar is the major attraction of the temple. 

Randha Falls

If you are craving some nature vibes on your trip to Ahmednagar in Maharashtra, you can hit the location of Randha Waterfalls and enjoy a blissful time there. You need to travel through the Rajur-Bhandardara road if you wish to get to the falls. Pravara river is the source of the waterfall, and the cascade would be absolutely magnificent and give you a chilling experience for sure.

If you are visiting the waterfalls during the monsoon season, the experience can be much more hilarious since the cascading and lush green around the falls would be in their richest forms. The government has also made use of the waterfalls by implementing a hydroelectric power project in the falls. Bee hives are also one of the major attractions you can see in the surroundings of the falls. 

Kapurbawdi Lake

If you are someone seeking tranquil vibes in your vacations, Ahmednagar would treat you to the lake of Kapurbawdi. Tourism is quite prominent on the shores of the lake, but you will never feel a rush in the location. The spacious lakeshore has the capacity to accommodate its guests by providing enough and more space for each one of them.

From the rush and crowd of the city tour in Ahmednagar, you can take a break and travel to this particular lakeside to indulge in yourself and nature simultaneously. This is also a location perfect for photo sessions you can have on your vacation. The calm and romantic moods are also perfect for couples visiting the city. 

How to reach Ahmednagar?

Nearest airport: Pune Lohegaon Airport

Nearest railway station: Ahmadnagar Railway Station (ANG)

Conclusion

Get soaked in the richness of the royal and colonial history of the place along with some nature and pilgrimage vibes. The best time to visit Ahmednagar winter months of the year.

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