THE HISTORICAL RANKALA LAKE
. The historical Rankala Lake is on the western side of Ambabai temple , it is a popular evening spot and recreation centre. The name Rankala lake was kept on the name of shree. mahalaxmi's guard Rank Bhairav This lake was constructed by late Maharajah, Shri Shahu Chhatrapati. The Lake is surrounded by Chaupati and other gardens. In the backdrop stands majestic Shalini Palace. shalini palace Shalini Palace is the only star-rated Palace Hotel in Maharashtra. Chaupati also brings memories of Chatak daar Bhel-Puri and Ragda-Patties and variety of food snacks. In past, Kolhapur was famous as a centre for Film Industry. Many Marathi movies, Hindi movies have been shot in studios in Kolhapur. ShantKiran Studio on Rankala Lake was shot in numerous movies. This studio was owned by V. Shantaram (V stands Vanakudre), gift to Indian Film industry. rankala lake Today, those days in history is being remembered as golden past. Witness of historical events during 750-850 AD F
