Mahabaleshwar , Maharashtra
About Mahabaleshwar
An enchanting resort town etched on the shayadri ranges of Western Ghats, in the Satara district of Maharashtra- Mahabaleshwar is a wonderful hill station packed with extraordinary natural beauty. A place that holds one of the few evergreen forests in India and forms the base of five strong and beautiful rivers, it has some amazing vistas and magnificent hills that yield an energizing ambiance.
Mahabaleshwar is an expansive plateau encompassed by lush valleys and striped by sparkling rivers. The Krishna River with its source in the springs of Mahabaleshwar along with its tributaries the Koyna River and Venna River are believed to be the trimurtis- Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The name Mahabaleshwar was derived from Sanskrit words, Maha-bal-ishwar which literally means 'The Mighty Lord Shiva'- whose pristine and naturally occurred form is worshipped in the temple here, after which the city was named.
Mahabaleshwar in ancient days was a base of the chivalrous Marathas whose forts are still found in the region. Later during the British era, it reached new heights and gained fame and glory as one of the desired summer retreats.
The magnificent forts and stunning Mahabaleshwar temples of ancient Indian rulers and the compelling and elegant colonial buildings such as RajBhavan- the bungalow of the Maharashtra Governor general and the other majestic structures in the area speak of the golden period of Marathas and the following British Raj that make an rare and interesting mix. Places to visit in Mahabaleshwar include Venna Lake, Pratapgad, Lodwick point etc. More details on this page below.
Mahabaleshwar, with its eminent temples and the holy rivers, is also a religiously reverred destination in India. The scenic beauty of the region is so serene and mystic and almost mesmerizing. The deep cut valleys lush with vegetation snaked by the lovely rivers contrasting the barren plateau that lay beside, with a wonderful palate of mountainous backdrop this place is a concoction of natural beauty at its finest.
A now famous tourist and honeymoon destination, with the numerous scenic spots that provide with infinite views of the mountains, valleys and its surroundings, one never gets bored around here. The pleasant weather only adds to the charm. The city is also famous for honey and strawberries. At the peak of the winter, Mahabaleshwar which looks almost out of the world is a best place one could ever think of to escape from their mechanical life.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Mahabaleshwar
Wilson Point, Maharashtra
2.1 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Also called as Sunrise point, this is the highest and nearest point from city center at 1435m height. In this flat and expansive rocky surface...
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Lodwick Point, Maharashtra
3.5 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Lodwick Point was previously known as Sidney Point and is clustered between two deep ravines, giving a much tapered view of valley. But it is said...
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Venna Lake, Maharashtra
3.8 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Venna Lake is located in the popular hill station Mahabaleshwar and is always teeming with tourists, particularly during holidays. The lake is...
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Connaught Peak, Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
5.1 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Connaught Peak, the second highest peak in Mahabaleshwar reserves some impressive vistas in its holds. The sunrise and sunset view is popular in...
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Mahabaleshwar Temple, Maharashtra
6.6 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
The main temple in Old Mahabaleshwar, located right next to the Panchganga Mandir is this beautiful temple for Lord Shiva after whom the city is...
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Lingamala Waterfalls, Maharashtra
6.6 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Lingamala Falls is about 6 kilometers away from Mahabhaleshwar, close to Panchgani. The cascade plummets from a height of 600 feet and its stream...
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Kate’s Point, Maharashtra
7.4 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
At 1290m height, this is one of the greatest viewpoints in Mahabaleshwar which one should not miss. En route to Venna lake, in the duchess road...
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Mapro Gardens, Maharashtra
11.5 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Panchgani and Mapro gardens play host to the ‘annual strawberry festival’ which is held in the month of March/April. 85% of the strawberries...
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Arthur’s Seat, Maharashtra
13.2 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
The queen of all points, this is even compared with the Grand canyon of USA by some people, as the layering of rocks here has the slight...
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Parsi Point, Maharashtra
17 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Parsi Point is close to Sydney point. Parsi Point resides high above the Krishna river valley below. From here it is possible to view Krishna...
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Devil's Kitchen, Maharashtra
19.3 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Devil's Kitchen is located on the Table Land plateau behind the main town of Panchgani. Said to have been the preparation spot for the Pandavas...
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Table Land, Maharashtra
19.5 km from Mahabaleshwar - See map
Table Land is a wide expanse of flat, volcanic rock covering 99 acres of land just on the outskirts of Panchgani. It is Asia’s second largest...
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