"Siddhagiri Museum- Gateway to History "
Kolhapur city connects the borders of different states from Karnataka to Goa. It is known as a center point adjoining Pune-Banglore Highway. The Highway passes through interesting cultural places located near Kolhapur and is about 10 Kms away linking Pune Banglore Highway. Kaneri Math is the village popularly known for the ancient Shiva temple which is more than 1000 years ago. Later the development of the museum took place to attract tourists. There is a setup of village life in the most detailed and calm manner. Kaneri Math is situated over the mountain. It looks so peaceful to be here due to the blessing of nature.
History
Shri. Adrushya Kadsiddheshwar Swamiji is 27th Mathadipathi with a strong motive and contributing to eternal social causes. He has considered a revolution in the place and initiated different projects over there. The place is serving free medical facilities along with a health care center with all the necessary equipment. The village life is scripted in the form of sculptures and statues which signify the then history of Mughals who ruled Maharashtra in those days. The primary object of the village life description is to clarify the system of having 12 Balutedar and 18 Alutedars.
Significance of the Place Kaneri Math Museum
The first phase of the Museum is quite covered with an area of approximately 7 acres. The museum has a thorough display of 80 main scenes exposed with 300 statues of persons, animals, birds, situations, equipment, etc. It is not just a vogue presentation of the situations but also enriched with perfection. The expressions of statues are beyond imagination. The statues are similar to real ones. Swamiji had a personal touch over every scene gathered in the village life. Even there is a description written to understand the concept of the village.
If you want to visit the Museum you must go with the entire family. This museum project is interestingly made which connects kids as well as makes the adults nostalgic. The visitors are expected to pay entrée fees before entering the museum. The place has got so many expensive things. Also, the construction cost for the scenes and statue made it more prominent. You will get clean water, fresh air, and an extremely soothing experience.
How to reach there
By Air - Kolhapur airport is the nearest airport that is approximately 8.9 km from Siddhgiri Museum. The airport has daily running flights connecting throughout the country.
By Train - Kolhapur railway station is just 13 Km away from this historic museum. The train route is quite diverse and well connected.
By Road - Travellers can visit the place by road as it is just beside the national highway 4 of Pun-Banglore. Taxis, Cars and private autos can be taken to the Museum via Road. It is 15 km in the total distance if you count from the city.
Things to do-
Siddhagiri Gram Jeevan visits with interesting incidents depicted with a creative ideology. Huge Shiva statue and Nandi statue are tourist attractions. Also visiting a temple of shiva is another soothing experience for devotees of Lord shiva.
Conclusion
The Balutedars were professional people who were designated for a specific job. Alutedars were known for their contribution to equipment provision. Each designation is portrayed with the finest work quality. The idols of gods and goddesses are also appealing.
