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Mahabaleshwar Hill Resorts
Mahabaleshwar
was the summer capital of the erstwhile Bombay Presidency. A popular town,
with an air of unspoilt beauty, it meanders leisurely for 5 kms. at an
altitude of 1372m.
While away the hours boating or fishing at
the placid Venna Lake. Explore the walks or the thirty points that offer
panoramic views of the valley and the sea. Bathe in the crystal waters of
the numerous waterfalls.
Discover Pratapgad Fort 24 kms. away,
where Shivaji dramatically bested General Afzal Khan. And the gorgeous
ninehole golf course built on the edge of a cliff! Or simply idle through
the tiny lanes of the bazaar, shopping for everything from shoes to
luscious strawberries, blackberries, jams and jellies.
Taxis and
rickshaws are easily available though a bicycle, which you can hire by the
hour or for the day, is the best way to get around.
Temperature
vary from 13oC in winter to 29 oC in summer with a yearly rainfall of 663
cms.
The best time to visit is October to June.
Getting
there : Pune is the nearest airport, 120 kms. away. Pune is also the most
convenient railhead, though Wathar at 62 kms. is the nearest.
Mumbai
is 290 kms. away by road via Pune and 247 kms. via Mahad.
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