About Karla Cave
Carved into the rock, the Karla and Bhaja caves are a celebration of early Buddism in the area which should be a feature of any traveler to the area’s itinary. The complex contains two sets of caves, each with it’s own prayer rooms and living quarters. A combination of carving and teakwood, the effect of the rock and wood combined is magnificent. These are caves dating back to the Hinayana phase and the Theravadin phase of early Buddhism.
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Imagicaa Amusement Theme Park, Maharashtra
0 km from Karla Cave - See map
Imagicaa, located near Khopoli in Maharashtra, is one of India’s premier entertainment destinations. This theme park, water park, and snow park...
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Bhaja Cave, Maharashtra
6.7 km from Karla Cave - See map
Bhaja caves are located near Lonavala which is glamorous in comparison to the unexplored, un-crowded Bhaja caves that provide you with the peace...
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Visapur Fort, Maharashtra
7.1 km from Karla Cave - See map
Visapur Fort, is a monument whose fate has changed throughout history. Situated in the Pune district of Maharashtra, it’s the twin of the...
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Lonavla Lake, Maharashtra
12.6 km from Karla Cave - See map
Lonavla Lake is a beautiful lake surrounded by natural splendor, this is a great picnic spot. The lake usually dries up during the winter and is...
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Valvan Dam, Maharashtra
12.7 km from Karla Cave - See map
A short trip from the city center and a pleasant walk brings you to this wonderful spot that is a splendid art of nature. The dam which is fed by...
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Ryewood, Maharashtra
13 km from Karla Cave - See map
Close to Lonavala, this is a majestic garden area. Owned by the state governments Forest Department, the Rye gardens has a number of features. The...
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Tungarli Lake, Maharashtra
13.2 km from Karla Cave - See map
This is yet another famous picnic spot in Lonavla. Strategically located, this place is flogged by visitors from both Lonavla and Khandala. This...
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Kune Falls, Maharashtra
16.2 km from Karla Cave - See map
Kune Falls are a beautiful jewel in the crown of the Khandala ghats. It’s location is as spectacular as the marvel of the flow of water as it...
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Bhushi Lake, Maharashtra
16.4 km from Karla Cave - See map
Bushi lake and dam is one of the tourist attractions in the Khandala region. Most popular during the rainy season, the lake offers some attraction...
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Shivsagar Lake, Maharashtra
18.6 km from Karla Cave - See map
Shivsagar Lake is an artificial backwater formed when the Koyna Dam was constructed. It is extended upto 50 kilometers in the Koynanagar vicinity...
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Tiger's Leap, Maharashtra
18.9 km from Karla Cave - See map
So called because if you look out across the valley, (from the right angle), it appears to resemble a tiger leaping. The drop from the side is...
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I.N.S Shivaji, Maharashtra
18.9 km from Karla Cave - See map
The I.N.S. Shivaji is a premier naval engineering training base of the Indian Navy named after the valiant king, this is not exactly a tourist...
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