Wai — Travel Guide
Wai is a town in Satara District, in Maharashtra state, India. Located on the Krishna River, Wai was a town of some prominence in the days of the Peshwas. Wai has long been a cultural center. Locally prominent families built several architecturally significant temples in Wai. Wai has the epithetic name "Dakshin Kashi" (City of Temples) because of the city's more than 100 temples. Wai is known in Maharashtra for its ghats on the banks of the Krishna River and its temples, especially the Dholya Ganapati temple on Ganapati Ghat. The 17th century warlord Afzal Khan, representing Ali Adil Shah II of the Bijapur Sultanate, is said to have made his first halt here on his way to the fort of marahtha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Nearest airport is Lohegaon Airport.
Wai - 66 km away
By Train
Wai does not have an train station. Nearest option is Wathar.
Wai - 27 km away
Shopping in Wai is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Wai to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Wai means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Wai is the most important activities among the tourists.
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