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Lakshmi Keshav Temple

A renowned Temple of Lord Lakshmi Keshav is situated at Kolisare. Lakshmi Keshav is Kuldaivat (Guardian God) for many Maharashtrain families.

The Temple is around at 2000 feet height from mean sea level. The deity of the Lakshmi- Keshav is having a long history. Before 1200 years ‘Rashtrakul’ family was ruling over Marathwada region of Maharashtra.

All the family members were devotees of Lord Vishnu and they had constructed many beautiful temples. After few years due to attacks of Mughals, many deities were immersed into the water for protection. Such one deity is immersed into the ‘Rankal Lake’ near Kolhapur.

 

The same deity is installed at Lakshmi- Keshav Temple Kolisare. This ceremony was took place in the year 1510. The deity is the example of rich ancient Indian sculpture. The height of the deity is around 5 feet with all the ornaments and weapons.

In addition to this, one temple of Lord Ratneshwar (Form of Lord Shiva) is also there in the same premises. A continuous spring of water is the prime attraction of the visitors.

Facilities like lodging and boarding are provided by the temple trustees at a very reasonable rate. Visitors can enjoy the taste of proper Konkani vegetarian food at this place.
 

Getting There

Kolisare, a village with natural beauty at its best. This place is only approximately 50 km from the city of Ratnagiri. It’s situated at 3.5 km from Ratnagiri - Jaigad Road.

Ratnagiri is well connected by road that makes the travel easier for the tourists. Ratnagiri is a coastal district and the most convenient way to reach Ratnagiri town is by train. The Konkan Railway Line passes through Ratnagiri and there are numerous trains plying between Mumbai and Ratnagiri. From outside the railway station local taxis are easily available.

Regular bus services are available from most of the major cities in Maharashtra to Ratnagiri. State owned and private buses ply from Ratnagiri to many cities in and around. Evening trips of tourist luxury buses are available from Mumbai to Ratnagiri. City buses and auto rickshaws are available for intra city travel in Ratnagiri.

Ratnagiri has its own domestic airport named as Ratnagiri Airport. Currently there are no scheduled airlines operating at this Airport. The nearest domestic / international airport is Goa International Airport, located in Dabolim, roughly 258 km from Ratnagiri. Goa International Airport is well connected to major cities in India.

 

   

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