Saturday 12 December 2015

Visit Khandala n Lonavala

Places To Visit in Lonavala and Khandala



Ganesha Chaturthi is a very popular festival in all of Maharashtra and is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm in the region. Idols of Lord Ganesha are installed in the town and people also bring idols into their homes to worship the Elephant God. 
It’s a nine-day festival usually ...
Cultural
Bhairavnath Temple is an ancient shrine, situated in a densely forested area near Lonavala. This temple is dedicated to Lord Bhairava, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva, according to Hindu mythology.

Resembling other Shiva shrines of the Konkan region, it has a simple architecture. Smaller temples of other ...
Religious
Kune Waterfalls is a picturesque cataract, nestled between the scenic valleys of Lonavala and Khandala. Cascading from a height of 200 metres, it is the 14th highest waterfall in the country.

Eye-soothing greenery encompasses this three-tiered waterfall, which is why it looks spectacular when viewed from a distance. The ...
Lake/Waterfall For Kids
Lohagad Fort, literally meaning iron fort, is a historical citadel perched atop a hillock at an elevation of 3400 feet. Situated in the Sahyadri range of Lonavala, it separates the Indrayani basin from the Pawna basin. The elaborate history of this fort associates it with the great Maratha ruler Chhatrapati ...
Monument
Nagphani is a high cliff situated in the hill station of Khandala. The cliff attributes its name to its shape, which resembles a snake's hood (Nagphani). Another name of this cliff is Duke's Nose, owing to its supposed similarity to the nose of the Duke of Wellington.

The high ...
Nature Places To See Around
Pawna Lake is an artificial reservoir formed by water of its namesake dam. Situated towards the outskirts of Lonavala, this lake is a popular picnic and leisure spot. Rich verdure encompasses this lake, making it a delight for those who want to spend time in the lap of nature.
Lake/Waterfall For Kids
Rajmachi Fort, a renowned attraction, consists of two citadels – Shrivardhan and Manaranjan Forts. Surrounded by a wide plateau, this fort overlooks the Bor Ghat that was a prominent trade route connecting Mumbai and Pune in the past.

Established by the Satavahanas, this citadel was captured in 1657 by ...
Monument Cultural
Reversing Station is a remote tourist place, situated in the picturesque hill station of Khandala. This deserted site was used as an office by the railway department in the past. At present, it serves as a popular leisure spot and viewpoint of the region.

This vantage point offers a ...
Landmark
Bhaja Caves is the collective name given to a group of 22 rock-cut formations that are perched atop a hill near Lonavala. Most of these caves date back to the period between 3rd century BC and 2nd century AD, when the Hinayana sect of Buddhism was at its peak. The ...
Religious Cultural
Bhushi Lake is a placid water body, formed by the watercourse of Bhushi Dam. This lake is situated in the outskirts of Lonavala, which is why it is considered as an ideal weekend getaway by locals.

You are sure to be delighted by its picturesque surroundings that comprise of ...
Lake and Waterfall
Manaranjan Fort is one of the two ancient citadels that together form the historical Rajmachi Fort near Lonavala. Situated towards the west of the complex, it is perched at a height of 2700 feet, slightly lower than the other fort. It was built to overlook and guard the surrounding plateau ...
Monument
Situated on the way to Mumbai from Lonavala, Rajmachi Park is a green patch that serves as a popular picnic spot in Khandala. This park is nestled at the starting point of the beautiful Khandala Ghat, which makes it the gateway to this hilly tourist paradise.

The eastern part ...
Park/Garden For Kids
Valvan Dam is a water barrage that serves as the water source for the Khopoli Power Station, owned by Tata Power. This dam is built across River Kundali, originating from the Western Ghats.

The water impounded by this dam forms a beautiful artificial reservoir, which is named as Valvan ...
Park/Garden
Tiger’s Point or Tiger's Leap is a prominent tourist attraction in Lonavala and offers splendid views of the valley. If you look closely, you can see an impression of a tiger trying to leap across the valley, which is why the vantage point has earned its name. The echo produced ...
Landmark Lake/Waterfall
Located about 8 kilometres away from the beautiful hill station of Lonavala are the Karla Caves, a popular attraction among tourists and locals alike. These centuries old Buddhist rock-cut cave shrines are good examples of the early Buddhist temple art in India. These caves are associated with the popular Mahasamghika ...
Landmark
Della Adventure is one of the largest and most adventurous theme parks in India. The park offers over 100 adventure sports and activities to indulge in for people of all ages, which makes it a perfect leisure destination. Some of the activities offered here are zorbing, horse riding, bungee jumping, ...
Theme Park For Kids

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