Save the Date – We’re Getting Married!
Sanket & Ashwini
25th & 26th April, 2026
With joyful hearts, we request your gracious presence with family and friends to bless the auspicious wedding of…
Sanket
S/O Rajashri & Kishor Gadhave Patil
&
Ashwini
D/O Sunita & Santosh Kothule
Saturday, 25th April 2026 at 4:00 PM
Sakharpuda (Engagement Ceremony)
A traditional ceremony where both families exchange auspicious gifts and formally announce the couple’s union, followed by the ring ceremony.
Saturday, 25th April 2026 at 6:30 PM
Haldi
A joyful ritual where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom for blessings, purity, and radiance.
Saturday, 25th April 2026 at 9:00 PM
Sangeet
A lively celebration of music and dance where both families come together to enjoy and celebrate love.
sunday, 26th April 2026 at 5:30 PM
Varat (Baraat)
The groom’s celebratory procession towards the wedding venue, accompanied by music, dance, and family joy.
sunday, 26th April 2026 at 6:52 PM
Mangalashtak followed by Saptapadi (Marriage ceremony)
A cherished Marathi tradition where loved ones shower akshata (rice grains) as blessings during the Mangalashtak (Verses), followed by the couple taking sacred pheres around Agni during Saptapadi — symbolizing their vows and the sanctity of their union.
Wedding Itinerary
- Nearest airport: Nashik International Airport (Ozar Airport), with daily morning flights available from Delhi.
- Other nearby cities with airports include Mumbai, Shirdi, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad).
- Mumbai to Nashik: ~165–180 km (4–5 hours) via Thane → Shahapur → Igatpuri on NH 160; easily accessible by car, taxi, or AC bus.
- Pune to Nashik: ~210–230 km (5–6 hours) via Chakan → Narayangaon → Sangamner → Sinnar on NH 60; well‑connected by private and state transport buses.
- Aurangabad to Nashik: ~180–190 km (4–5 hours) via Vaijapur → Lasur → Yeola → Sinnar; taxis, self‑drive cars, and buses are readily available.
- Nearest major railway station: Nashik Road (NK) on the Central Railway route.
- Take an overnight train from New Delhi / Hazrat Nizamuddin towards Mumbai or Southern Maharashtra with a stop at Nashik Road. Popular options typically include long‑distance Express or Superfast trains.
- Frequent trains from CST / Dadar / Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Nashik Road (approx. 3–4 hours).
- Frequent trains from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) via Manmad.
Travel Guide
The journey to our wedding is simply the prelude to the celebrations. Here are a few easy ways to reach Nashik:
- Nearest major railway station: Nashik Road (NK) on the Central Railway route.
- Take an overnight train from New Delhi / Hazrat Nizamuddin towards Mumbai or Southern Maharashtra with a stop at Nashik Road. Popular options typically include long‑distance Express or Superfast trains.
- Frequent trains from CST / Dadar / Lokmanya Tilak Terminus to Nashik Road (approx. 3–4 hours).
- Frequent trains from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) via Manmad.
The journey to our wedding is simply the prelude to the celebrations. Here are a few easy ways to reach Nashik:
Built in the 18th century, this unassuming Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Approx. 8 kms from the wedding venue.
MAJOR PILGRIMAGE
Kapaleshwar Mahadev Mandir
MAJOR PILGRIMAGE
Shirdi Sai Temple
The Sai Baba Temple in Shirdi is one of India’s most visited pilgrimage sites, housing the sacred Samadhi of Sai Baba.
Approx. 90 kms from the wedding venue.
Approx. 20 kms from the wedding venue.
Sadhana Village is very well known in Nashik for its iconic Chulivarchi Misal, and it is a famous misal destination.
ICONIC MISAL SPOT
Sadhana Village
Approx. 20 kms from the wedding venue.
Nashik’s famous winery and vineyard experience, offering tastings, tours and beautiful valley views for a relaxed outing.
FAMOUS WINERY
Sula Vineyards
A sacred Jyotirlinga temple near Nashik, renowned for its powerful spiritual aura and scenic surroundings.
SACRED JYOTIRLINGA
Trimbakeshwar Temple
Approx. 16 kms from the wedding venue.
ANCIENT CAVES
Pandavleni Caves
These ancient caves were once used by Buddhist monks & feature carvings & scenic views.
Approx. 35 kms from the wedding venue.
Explore the Surroundings
These ancient caves were once used by Buddhist monks & feature carvings & scenic views.
Sadhana Village is very well known in Nashik for its iconic Chulivarchi Misal, and it is a famous misal destination.
Approx. 16 kms from the wedding venue.
Approx. 20 kms from the wedding venue.
Please Note: The above attractions information is AI‑generated, and we recommend researching further before making travel plans.