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Mumbai Tour Packages::Same Day Trip to Lonavala
Duration:01 Days
Places Covered:Osho International Commune, Aga Khan Palace,
Pataleshwar Cave Temples, Museum of Arthropoda, Parvati Hill and Temples
Day 01: Lonavala
Itinerary : Pick up from hotel / home in Mumbai at 6 AM and drive to Lonavala
{Via Khandala}. On arrival in Lonavala, visit the main tourist places. Late
afternoon drive back to Mumbai.
On arrival in Mumbai, transfer to hotel / home.
End of the trip.
- Ryewood Park: A honeymooners favourite, Ryewood Park
is a garden laid out with tall trees and plenty of space for picnics.
It also has a Shiva Temple within it. Opposite the park is an old Christian
Cemetery, which has gravestones over hundred years old. However, most
of the adornments from interesting tombstones have been stolen.
- Bushy Dam: Located only 6 kms outside Lonavala, this
dam is possible the most popular spots. It is especially packed during
the monsoons, when a surge of crowd sits on the steps of the dam as the
water flows behind them.
- Duke’s Nose: It is located about 12 kms from
Lonavala and is one of the most prominent landmarks of the area. It derives
its name from Duke of Wellington and is a popular hiking trail in Khandala
that offers the most beautiful views of the region.
- Forts: For an adventurous outing, there are several
forts that dot the landscape of Lonavala. One of the most popular ones
is the Lohagad Fort, which is so called because it was considered unconquerable.
When climbing towards it, it also has several caves left behind by Buddhist
monks and a dargah built by the Mughals. The Visapur Fort is located
opposite Lohagad and is a much larger one. It has several water tanks,
ponds and other ruins left by erstwhile chieftains. Another fort located
closeby is the Tikona Fort that has an ancient Buddhist Cave and some
water tanks. The Tung Fort, which was actually a watch tower is the closest
to Tikona, and has ramparts that were lookout points for Lohagad, Visapur
and Tikona forts as well as the Pawna Lake. While all these forts are
located within close quarters of each other, the Koregad Fort stands
alone and is flanked by several ponds.
- Lakes: Lonavala has several lakes across its landscape.
Tungarli Lake, which is best visited during and after the monsoon, retains
deep waters till January, though by March the lake dries up. The Pawna
Lake, Lonavala Lake and Valvan Lake offer great views and are popular
sites for picnics.
- Caves: Lonavala was the site of Buddhist occupancy
for quite some time. As such, you will find here indelible marks left
behind by monks. One of the most visited of caves is the Karla Caves,
which is particularly noted for its rock-cut architecture and the two
rows of decorated pillars present in the main hall. Located opposite
the Karla Caves is the Bhaja Caves, whose rock-cut architecture is better
preserved than the Karla Caves.
- Fishing: Lonavala is an angler’s delight and
early mornings are the best time to watch anglers are work! Though fishing
gear might be available here, it’s advisable to come prepared you’re
your own. Remember to check with locals, though for illegal areas before
you lay your bait!