Tourist Places in Nasik

Nashik 

Known for several places of worship, the city of Nashik is a major pilgrimage center in the state of Maharashtra. The city which witnesses thousands of devotees throughout the year houses a number of religious and historical significance places in and around it. 

Panchavati

 Panchavati : Located on the northern banks of holy Godavari River, Panchavati is a much revered place in Nashik. According to mythology it is a place where Lord Rama with his wife Sita stayed for some time during their exile period of 14 years. Sanctified by the visit of Lord Rama and his wife Sita, Panchavati holds a great religious significance and attracts thousands of Hindu pilgrims round the year. Panchavati gets its name from five Banyan (Vad) trees perched on the northern bank of Godavari River. 

Pandav Leni : It is the group of 24 beautifully carved caves located on Trivashmi Hills. These caves mainly belong to Hinayana Buddhism and traces back to the first century BC. Exquisitely carved doorways and marvelous structures are the main features of these ancient caves. Cave no 3, 10 and 18 are famous for their artistic carvings and sculptures.

Sita Gufaa : Sita Gufaa is another prominent place of worship in Nashik. It is believed to be the same place where Sita, the wife Lord Rama, was forcefully abducted by Ravana, the demon king. Sita Gufaa contains the idols of Sita, Lord Rama and Laxman. It also houses a Shivling which is believed to be the same Shivling which was once worshipped by Sita.

Apart from above mentioned places, Nasik is home to several other important places frequented by many devotees and tourists alike. Ramkund, Tapovan, Kalaram temple, Kapileshwar temple, Ganga Ghat, Jain Mandir, Anjneri and Sundernarayan temple are some of the other places of worship and interest located in and around the city of Nasik.