Saturday, August 6, 2011

Mahabaleshwar Travel

Surrounded by mountain ranges curves of the Western Ghats of Maharashtra are the cool, misty Mahabaleshwar Panchgani. Off the beaten track and the noise of the city, these two resorts are the ideal destination for holidays.
Among the hill stations in the state, Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani are very popular. Tucked away in Satara district, they are best approached from Pune. Recorded for the commercialization affected the hill stations in northern and southern India, the two resorts offer an alternative clean and quiet and very refreshing. And perhaps the only place in the country that offers many activities, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking and playing golf at the golf course beautiful nine-hole is built on the edge of a cliff
Places to see in Mahabaleshwar
Pratapgad FortThe Pratapgad historic Fort (24 km) was built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maratha leader in 1656 to control the rebel leaders about Javali basin. According to legend, Shivaji was blessed with a shining sword in the temple of Goddess Bhawani here. He is also the site of the famous battle between Shivaji and Afzal Khan, ruler of the Sultanate of Bijapur. Mount Malcolm used to be the most famous building of ancient times. was built in 1829 with magnificent architectural skills. Unfortunately, it has lost much of its charm today.
Wilson Point or PointIt Sunrise is the highest point in Mahabaleshwar, about 4710 meters above sea level. It is a vast plateau are three masonry round platforms offer a beautiful view of sunrise. Chassis no: 2 is the best platform to see the sunrise, you can also see the sunset from this point.
Catholic Churcha visit to the old Raman Catholic Holy Cross church is worth seeing. Although the church close to falling apart, the windows are still a sight to behold. This deserted church is now supported by a Hindu family.
Falls are a series of waterfalls is a short distance from Mahabaleshwar. The waterfalls are famous Chinese (2.5 km), Dhobi (3 km) and Lingamala (6 miles). Another beautiful waterfall is home to Arthur, 12 km from Mahabaleshwar.
ClubThe Mahabaleshwar Club was built in 1881 and is still flourishing and well maintained. Only club members can stay here. It is very popular for its well-tended roses and lovely jogging track. Christmas is grandly celebrated by loyal members every year. Fortunately, it is open to visitors who can spend on the golf course when they feel like.
Morarji CastleAlso worth a look, this old structure. Mahatma Gandhi once lived here in 1945.
The climate tends to be ClimateThe wet and humid season, warm summer rains and relatively cool in winter. Weather pundits say about Mahabaleshwar that it is never too hot, thanks to its height and never cold, thanks to its proximity to the warm waters of the Arabian Sea Aside from the rainy season, Mahabaleshwar is packed with people and honeymooners looking for a cool escape. But connoisseurs swear that Mahabaleshwar has its own charm and magic during the monsoons. So give rainy Mahabaleshwar a try. The high season is during the festive months of October and December and during the summer holidays in May-June Surrounding forests produces many commercial varieties of medicinal plants, trees and plants. Local wildlife is limited to foxes, jackals, wild boar, deer and Indian bison found in the Brahma Aranya forest region. Even the odd observation Panthers have been reported but it is rarity.How to get there:
The nearest airport is in Pune Mahabaleshwar Airth about 120kms. Pune airport travel services for those wishing to visit Mahabaleshwar.By Rail / TrainPune railhead is implemented Mahabaleshwar. However, the nearest station is at a distance Watha Mahabaleshwar Mumbai via Pune 62kms.By RoadFrom, Mahabaleshwar is 290 km and is 247 km from Mahad. The state transport bus in Mumbai and Pune layer Mahabaleshwar. MTDC operates bus services every day, except during the monsoon, between Bombay, Pune-Bombay.


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