Location: Akola
Top Things to do in Akola
The 5 Best Things to do in Akola, Maharashtra
Akola is called the Cotton City; it is the largest cotton-producing district in India. The city is also known for the vibrant Varhadi language. The city of Akola is located in the north central part of Maharashtra state, western India, on the banks of Morna River and it is an important district in Vidarbha region of Maharashtra State. Although not much of a tourist destination, it still is an important historical, cultural, political, agricultural and industrial city. The place is a prominent road and rail junction in the Tapti River valley; which is a commercial trading center chiefly in cotton. This is a city in Vidarbha region in the state of Maharashtra in central India. It is the 3rd largest city in Vidarbha after Nagpur and Amravati, situated about 290 miles (580 km) east of the state capital Mumbai and 140 miles (250 km) west of the second capital Nagpur. Akola is the administrative headquarters of Akola District located in Amravati Division. Akola city is governed by Akola Municipal Corporation.
Restaurants in Akola
1. Balapur Fort
2. Narnala Fort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By vivek_salame - Mumbai, India
Narnala Fort is example of one of the most beautiful architectures in history!! The gates there are carved out so beautifully and are still intact till date. Narnala Fort comes under Melghat tiger reserve, so it is well protected and to visit this fort you have to do prior booking which can be done on the spot also. You have to visit it using a gypsy/own vehicle but one guide is compulsory and you have to pay some fees to visit it. It is 3-4 hrs tour. We paid 1000(gypsy) + 700(guide). Cherry on the cake is- as it fall under tiger reserve, there is quite a good chance u will spot a tiger.. we saw leopard & barking deer on our way!! As the fort is situated in Satpuda Ranges u can see beautiful scenic views of mountains and valleys!! Carry a binocular to see ruins of abandoned villages around ( mostly Guides carry binoculars). History of the fort - Fort is established by The Gond Kings in 10th century. Then Mughala invaded it in 14th century and ruled till 17th century. Then Marathas invaded it in 18th century till the British came in 19th century.
3. Narnala Wildlife Sanctuary
4. Asadgad Fort , Akola
5. Raj Rajeshwar Temple
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
