‘Kolhapur’ or ‘Dakshin Kashi’
‘Kolhapur’ or ‘Dakshin Kashi’ is the land of magnificent temples, a famous centre of art, sports particularly wrestling, Industry. Kolhapur is also known as Karveernagari from ancient time. The various types of transformations occurred during historic and prehistoric times in karveer region. The Mahalaxmi / ambabai temple is the heart of the city. It is said that till 1722, the idol of Shri Mahalaxmi was kept hidden or 200 years to save it from the attack of. On the outside of the main temple, a sculpture of 64 dancing devotee girls and additional work can be observed. In front of the main temple, there is an entrance mandap viz ‘Garud mandap’.Kolhapur is also well known for its industrial development. It is famous for kolhapuri chappal, kolhapuri jewellery, and jaggery and kolhapury unique dishes.
Most of the Maharashtrian jewellery is derived from dynasties from Maratha and Peshwa family. Hupari’s silver market is famous in India. Kolhapur is well known for its unique handmade jewellery.’ Kolhapur saaj’ is a particular type of handmade neckless. Also
Mohanmal, bormal, chaplahar, pohehar and putlihar are the jewelleries that are made in Kolhapur. These names are derived from the peculiar shapes of the jewellery. Thushi, a choker with closely bound tiny gold beads, is very popular in Kolhapur.
Patlya (two broad bangles), Bangdya (four simple bangles) and Tode (two finely carved thick bangles) are handwear ornaments for the women of Maharashtra. Chinchpeti (choker), Tanmani (short necklace) and Nath (nose ring) are the ornaments making with a combination of pearls and red and white stones. Jewellery called bajuband (the amulet) is also a favourite. Flower-shaped earrings are trendy amongst Maharashtrian women.