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Nashik travel guide

Vineyards and temple ghats

Nashik
Arian Zwegers · CC BY 2.0
Best time
Oct–Mar
How long
1–2 days
Stay a night
₹1,000–9,000
Food a day
₹300–1,800
Nearest railhead
0 km away
Nearest airport
25 km away

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About Nashik

India’s wine capital and a holy city on the Godavari — tasting rooms at the vineyards, Ramkund’s ghats and the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.

Things to do in Nashik

  1. Trimbakeshwar Temple

    2 h · Free

    Trimbakeshwar Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located near the source of the Godavari River. It houses one of the twelve sacred jyotirlingas and serves as the place where Hindu genealogy registers are kept. Pilgrims from all over India visit to perform various rituals.

    Tip: Watch for the bust of Sardar Fadnavis and his wife located on the edge of the sacred pond

  2. Sula Vineyards

    2 h · ₹600 entry

    Sula Vineyards is India's largest and most awarded wine brand located in the Nashik region. Founded in 1999, it introduced grape varietals such as Chenin blanc and Sauvignon blanc to the country. Visitors can enjoy a guided winery tour and tasting experience.

  3. Ramkund & Panchavati

    2 h · Free

    Ramkund and Panchavati in Nashik are sacred spots tied closely to the Ramayana. Visitors come to see the holy tank where pilgrims take ritual dips and explore the surrounding temple sites.

    Tip: Dress modestly as this is a deeply revered religious area

  4. Pandavleni Caves

    2 h · ₹25 entry

    Pandavleni Caves are a group of 2,000-year-old Buddhist and Jain rock-cut caves located up a short climb in Nashik, Maharashtra. Most of the caves served as viharas, while Cave 18 is an ancient chaitya featuring elaborate pillars and carved inscriptions.

    Tip: Wear comfortable footwear suitable for climbing steps up the hill

  5. Anjaneri Hill

    4 h · Free

    Anjaneri Hill in Nashik is a popular trekking spot known as the birthplace of Hanuman. Set along the Trimbak Road, the trail features Digambar Jain caves and ancient temples, turning lush green during the monsoon.

    Tip: Wear sturdy grip shoes as the physical trek can be demanding on uneven terrain.

  6. Kalaram Temple

    30 min · Free

    A Hindu temple in the Panchavati area of Nashik, dedicated to the deity Rama. It derives its name from a striking black statue of Rama, and the sanctum sanctorum also houses the statues of the goddess Sita and the god Lakshmana.

Where to stay in Nashik

  • College Road

    ₹2,000–4,500

    Central hotels and restaurants.

  • Panchavati

    ₹900–2,000

    Budget stays near the ghats.

  • Vineyard resorts

    ₹6,000–15,000

    Stay among the vines on Gangapur Road.

What to eat

  • Misal pav

    street food · veg

    Nashik’s fiery misal, best at the old chulha joints.

  • Vineyard tasting rooms

    restaurant

    Wine flights with Indian food at the estates.

Good to know

  • January–March is harvest season; SulaFest is in February.
  • The 2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela will bring huge crowds.

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