Quote of the Post: "Should I call this a spiritual or a lover's place." - Quote about Mahabaleshwar - Sachin Kumar Gupta
Hello and welcome to the Green Grand Canyon of India, Mahabaleshwar. It is already listed to the evergreen forests of the world. It is the hill station in Satara district (Maharashtra) about 120 KM away from Pune and 280 KM away from Mumbai. Mahabaleshwar is a vast plateau measuring 150 KM2 bound by valleys on all sides.
Hello and welcome to the Green Grand Canyon of India, Mahabaleshwar. It is already listed to the evergreen forests of the world. It is the hill station in Satara district (Maharashtra) about 120 KM away from Pune and 280 KM away from Mumbai. Mahabaleshwar is a vast plateau measuring 150 KM2 bound by valleys on all sides.
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Parsi Point: Parsi Point is a renowned picnic spot. This scenic point is situated on the way to Mahabaleshwar, and overlooks the lush green Krishna valley and the blue shiny waters of the Dhom Dam.
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There is a parking area from where you have to trek a little to get Lodwick and Elephant Head Points.
Lodwick Point: This place has a great views and You can enjoy plenty of waterfalls flowing. There is a monument in memory of the general, erected by his son.
Lodwick Point: This place has a great views and You can enjoy plenty of waterfalls flowing. There is a monument in memory of the general, erected by his son.
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Elephant Head Point: The walk from Lodwick point to Elephant head is tranquil and serene, and the nature makes it overwhelming. The cliffs which overhang resemble an elephant’s head and trunk. It is another observation point to deep valley view. There were also plenty of pancies of different colors at the edges of the deep valleys.
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Arthur's Seat: It is the most famous point and full of walkers and trekkers. You don't wanna leave this place. To really enjoy this place, You should enjoy the sun-light over the mountains coming out of clouds. You can enjoy the sweet corn here. Nearby points are Window Point (Just below Arthur's point), Tiger's Spring, echo point.
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Kate's Point: This point gives you the freshness and warmth of nature having Krishna valley in back with lush green mountains at both sides. It is a good place to relax and rejuvenate as well.
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Needle Hole Point: The view from here is simply mesmerizing. This is opposite of Kate's Point and can be reached through the trail at the other side of the road. A beautiful waterfall can be enjoyed at this place. The place is actually of the lookout point of Kate's Point. The place is also known as Elphinstone Point.
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While returning back to Pune, We have a quick look to Mazaana Chocolate factory and had the tea break as well. Thanks to Shaju, Anjali, Atul, Karishma, and Suhas to make this trip more enjoyable.
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18 comments:
We have visited this place. You have nice collection of snaps. Great work..
This is really beautiful place, Just love to go here again and again.
After reading here, I visited this in Feb with my family and friends, it was still a calm place. Thanks for providing information. It helped me selecting main points to visit in Mahabaleshwar.
very bad place, wer is magic dhakkan
I stayed this place with my wife 2 time, I loved it. I like some of your photographs. This kind of material help others as well.
planning to visit this place on weekend.... ur blog is good help :)
Good Sandi, enjoy the fullest.
-SACH
Nice description and info, It is really helpful.
I will visit India soon, This will be in my list to visit to Mumbai and nearby places. Thanks for helpful info.
Amazing place to visit in all seasons. Good info.
Awesome its look like dream come through....
Your site is marvelous!!! awesome!! The views of the mountains in the photos are like the Grand Canyon in Arizona! Thank you very much for sharing so much beautiful collections of Mahabaleshwar images!
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Impressive photography, getting feel like roaming in the Mahabaleshwar. Enjoyed it. :)
Thanks for the information and mentioning about the places to visit in and around Mahabaleshwar. This is really helpful and by the way amazing photographs as well.
Really Beautiful Place. I enjoyed lot! http://www.kptravels.co.in
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