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Located at the foot of Ajinkyatara fort, on the west of the confluence of the holy rivers of Krishna and Venna in Maharashtra, Satara is named so after the 17 walls of its fort.

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Satara

Things To See & Do

Vasota Fort

Vasota Fort

A 12th Century Fort
Located in Satara district about 4 hours from the main city, this fort is part of the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary. It belonged to the Maratha empire and was later bombarded by the British in 1818.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary

Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary

Rich Regional Flora and Fauna
Located about 2.5 hours’ drive from Satara in the Western Ghats, this region sprawling over an area of around 423.55 sq kms was classified as a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1985.

1-2 days

Suggested Time

Thoseghar Waterfalls

Thoseghar Waterfalls

A 500 mts High Fall
Located about an hour away from Satara at the edge of the Konkan region, this waterfall cascades down in a series from the top of a lush green hill into a gorge.

1-2 hours

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Kaas Plateu

Kaas Plateu

Also known as Kaas Pathar
Located about an hour’s drive from Satara in the Sahayadri sub-cluster of the Western Ghats, this 1200 metres high plateau is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site and is popularly known as the valley of flowers during monsoons.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Shivsagar Lake

Shivsagar Lake

A 50 kms long and 80 mts deep lake
Located about 2 hours away from Satara in the southernmost part of Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary, the lake is essentially a reservoir that was created after the construction of a dam over Koyna river.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Satara

A year round destination!

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • APR-MAY

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Mildly cold and pleasant days with colder evenings
  • Things You'll Love:Local sightseeing, street food, waterfall visit

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Satara Hill Half MarathonSeptember

Gudi PadwaMarch/April

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Popular and Trending Places in Satara

While planning a holiday to Satara, we recommend you go through this trove of information to make the most of your holiday. Satara is a Hills & Mountains destination and is best experienced when visited during October, November, December, January and February as you can mildly cold and pleasant days with colder evenings here. One can also plan a holiday during June, July, August and September to enjoy heavy rainfall for majority of the days with pleasant weather and moderate humidity. For people looking to the ditch the crowd, visiting Satara during April and May is also a great way of exploring the destination.

Satara is also known for its Satara Hill Half Marathon and Gudi Padwa which are celebrated in the months of September and March/April respectively. While here, you must definitely visit and explore Pateshwar Temple known for its Located near Degaon about half an hour away from Satara, this 16th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva stands dilapidated yet maintains its intricate carvings in a good condition. Sangam Mahuli and Kshetra Mahuli is another one in the top places to visit in Satara known for its Located near Degaon about half an hour away from Satara, this 16th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva stands dilapidated yet maintains its intricate carvings in a good condition. We recommend that you do give a visit to these places to learn about the history and culture of Satara better. Have a happy, safe and an unforgettable holiday in Satara!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Satara

What are some of the most famous restaurants and eateries to explore in Satara?

If you are a foodie, Satara is the right place for you. Satara has many famous restaurants and eateries for you to explore, some of which are Manas Resto & Lounge, Hotel Chandravilas Bhuvan and Ajinkya Chinese, Tandoor & Biryani.

What are the best places to visit in Satara?

Satara has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Satara include - Pateshwar Temple, Sangam Mahuli and Kshetra Mahuli, and Ajinkyatara Fort. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

How is the weather of Satara in peak season?

The weather of Satara in peak season is mildly cold and pleasant days with colder evenings. It means you can easily plan a trip to Satara in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.