Mahabaleshwar
Country
India
State
Maharashtra
City
Mahabaleshvar
Type of Location
Hill Station
About Location
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Places to Visit
How to Reach
By Road
From Bombay via Pune, Mahabaleshwar is 290-km and via Mahad it is 247-km. The State Transport buses ply from Bombay and Pune to Mahabaleshwar. MTDC operates daily bus services except during the monsoon, between Bombay-Mahabaleshwar-Bombay. Also sightseeing tours for Mahabaleshwar and Mahabaleshwar-Pratapgad Fort.
By Rail
Nearest railway station is Wathar at 62-km, but Pune is the convenient railway station at 120-km.
By Air
Nearest airport is Pune at 120-km.
Key places to visit
Wilson Point (Sunrise Point), Kate's Point, Pratapgarh Fort, Bombay Point (Sunset Point), Elephant's Head Point, Connaught Peak
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Places to Visit
Wilson Point, which is otherwise known as the Sunrise point, is a vast plateau. One can view the sunrise from the three masonry round platforms. The second platform which is about 1 km away from the market area of Mahabaleshwar is the ideal place to view the sun rise. The platform is perfectly located at 4735 feet above sea level and is the highest point in Mahabaleshwar.
The Wilson Point is a vast barren rock with three watching towers at different spots. The point is a tourist attraction with its beautiful view point of the sunrise.
Kate’s Point is along the Duchess Road. It is at a height of 1,290 metres. It is one of the greatest points and no tourist would like to miss it. The distance of the point is 6.8 km.
The view from the point is clear and splendid. The best time to visit is winter. It is during winter that the skies are clear. During winters, the Dhom dam is full and it is a fantastic scene. The peaks of Kamalgadh, Pandavgadh and Mandardeo can also be seen from Kate’s point. Close by to the Kate’s point is the Echo point.
The view from the point is clear and splendid. The best time to visit is winter. It is during winter that the skies are clear. During winters, the Dhom dam is full and it is a fantastic scene. The peaks of Kamalgadh, Pandavgadh and Mandardeo can also be seen from Kate’s point. Close by to the Kate’s point is the Echo point.
The Pratapgarh Fort is the place from where the history of the Maratha Emperor Shivaji turned into a decisive course. This is here that Afzal Khan met his death.
The Pratapgarh Fort is 900 m above sea level. It is 24 km west of Mahabaleshwar. The fort from a distance gives the appearance of a round topped hill. The wall of the lower fort forms a sort of a crown round the brow.
The Fort was built in 1656 and it is a maze of ponds, chambers and long dark paths. Some of the paths lead to trap doors and the doors open to a 100 meter fall.
The Pratapgarh Fort is 900 m above sea level. It is 24 km west of Mahabaleshwar. The fort from a distance gives the appearance of a round topped hill. The wall of the lower fort forms a sort of a crown round the brow.
The Fort was built in 1656 and it is a maze of ponds, chambers and long dark paths. Some of the paths lead to trap doors and the doors open to a 100 meter fall.
The Elephant’s Head Point is one of the best points to be visited in Mahabaleshwar. The cliffs which overhang resemble an elephant’s head and trunk. Thus the point got its name as the Elephant’s Head Point.
The point renders breathtaking views of the surroundings. The mountain range of Sahyadri is also visible from this point and it is bewitching to watch. The tourists and the visitors should take a pony ride or walk from the parking area to the spot.
The Elephant’s Head Point is beyond the Lodwick Point. The Elephant’s Head Point is the extreme end of the mountain range.
The point renders breathtaking views of the surroundings. The mountain range of Sahyadri is also visible from this point and it is bewitching to watch. The tourists and the visitors should take a pony ride or walk from the parking area to the spot.
The Elephant’s Head Point is beyond the Lodwick Point. The Elephant’s Head Point is the extreme end of the mountain range.
Connaught Peak in the Old Mahabaleshwar Road is the second highest peak in Mahabaleshwar. This peak was formerly called as Mount Olympia. In 1880, the Duke of Connaught visited this fabulous spot and he was so inspired by the grandiose of the peak that he renamed the peak with his name. After that Mount Olympia became called by the name Connaught Peak. Situated at an altitude of 1400 meters this peak is a favourite destination of riders.
Besides its challenging treks and rides, this peak offers stupendous views of the entire Mahabaleswar valley. Krishna Valley, Kamalgadh, Elphinston Point, Torana, Pratapgad Ajinkyatara and Venna Lake looks marvelous when viewed from the top of this peak.
Besides its challenging treks and rides, this peak offers stupendous views of the entire Mahabaleswar valley. Krishna Valley, Kamalgadh, Elphinston Point, Torana, Pratapgad Ajinkyatara and Venna Lake looks marvelous when viewed from the top of this peak.
Right Time to Visit
October - May
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