Explore Kanheri Math | Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum Kolhapur

Explore Kanheri Math|Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum
Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum, also known as Kaneri Math, is a unique sculpture museum situated in Kaneri, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. The full name is Siddhagiri Gramjivan (Village Life) Museum, and it is located at Shri Kshetra Siddhagiri Math, built around the historic Moola-Kaadsiddheswar Shiva temple.
This museum vividly showcases various aspects of Gramjivan (village life) through lifelike cement sculptures, offering a glimpse into the self-sufficient village life in Maharashtra before the Mughal invasion. The initiative was inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's dream and brought to life by the Siddhagiri Gurukul Foundation. The museum spans over 7 acres of lush greenery, depicting nearly 80 scenes with over 300 statues representing daily village activities.
Highlights of Siddhagiri Gramjivan Museum:
Village Priest's Abode: Showcasing the life and duties of a highly educated village priest performing rites, rituals, and consultations.
Goldsmith and Ironsmith at Work: Depicting traditional craftsmanship.
Barber Shop: A slice of daily village life.
Village Well: Scenes of villagers fetching water.
Grocer's Shop: A glimpse into the local market with traditional weighing machines and various items like jaggery, sugar, and rice.
Farmer's Wada: Illustrating the life of a farmer.
Vaidya's House: Traditional medicine and healing practices.
Grandma Stitching a Quilt: Showcasing traditional quilting.
Farmers Ploughing: Using bullock-drawn plows.
Shepherd Boy: With his herd of sheep.
Villagers Performing Bhajan and Kirtan: Hindu devotional singing.
Shiva Temple:
The museum includes a historic Shiva temple, associated with the Inchegeri Sampradaya, to which Nisargadatta Maharaj belonged. The temple features a 125-feet-deep well, a 42-feet Shiva idol, and a large Nandi bull. The temple was developed and renovated by Shree Kadsiddheshwar Maharaj about 500 years ago.
Visitor Information:
Entry Fee: Rs. 200 for adults, Rs. 100 for children below 12 years.
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