Washim — Travel Guide
Washim is a city and a municipal council in Washim district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Washim is the district headquarters of Washim district. Washim, is the place where Vatsa rishi performed penance and where many Gods came to bless him as a result of which it came to be known as Vatsagulma. Its mention as Vatsagulma is traced in Padma. In the Treta Yuga, the second age, this country was a part of the Dandakaranya, or Dandaka jungle, and the rishi Vatsa had his ashram hermitage at this place. Washim known earlier as Vatsagulma was the seat of power during Vakataka dynasty. Washim is also known as Basi, an Arabic name that means "the one that smiles". The most striking feature in the town in the Deo tank, flanked on one side by the temple of Venkateshwara and on another by that of Ramchandra. These all apparently date from the 18th century Washim in its religious aspect is called Watsa Gulma Kshetra, the sacred place of the gathering of Watsa and Legends about it are given in a Manuscript called Watsa Gulma Puran.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
There are two airports at close distance to Washim. One at Nanded 106kms and other at Aurangabad 200 kms.
By Train
Washim has its own railway station. Karanja railway station is another railway station.
Shopping in Washim 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 Washim to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Washim means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Washim is the most important activities among the tour
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