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3 Days 4 Nights Lonavala Mahabaleshwar Tour Package From Mumbai At Best Price
Maharashtra, India
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Pune International Airport is the nearest airport approximately 70 km away.
Khandala Railway Station is the nearest railway station approximately 5 km away.
Lonavala is well-connected with major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, and more.
The scenic hill station Lonavala in Maharashtra is famous for having lush valleys and for its historical sites like Karla and Bhaja Caves that demonstrate ancient Buddhist carvings. The place is known for Lohagad Fort and Bhushi Dam, giving it a great mix of nature and old history.
The history of Lonavala stretches from the time of the Yadava kingdoms to turning into an important region under the Mughal rulers. It was an important aspect of Maratha and Peshwa history because of its strong forts and the brave Mavala fighters. Later, in 1871, it was developed as a hill station by Lord Elphinstone during British rule.
Lonavala is one of the most popular hill station in Maharashtra attract tourist from all around India especially during monsoon season. Here are few of the most popular places you can visit in and around Lonavala.
You can enjoy seeing famous Indian and foreign celebrities represented in wax in this museum. You can get pictures with stars such as Amitabh Bachchan, Sachin Tendulkar and Michael Jackson. It’s the right place for those traveling with families and kids.
Pawna Lake is in a peaceful area surrounded by hills and lush nature. A lot of individuals visit here to go camping, have fun on the lake and relax from the waterfront. Overnight stays or weekend camping trips are ideal in a campervan.
Bhushi Dam is especially popular in Lonavala for its scenic beauty during the rains. Water streams over the steps and visitors are seen having fun, relaxing and playing around in the water. It offers lots of fun activities for those going with friends and family.
Kune Falls is found between Lonavala and Khandala and it stands tall and looks amazing. The sight and sound of water make the place extremely recreational and soothing. The waterfall is most attractive during the rainy season, when it is filled with water.
If you are an adventure fan, Della is the place for you. Exciting activities like zip lining, riding ATV bikes, bungee jumping and others are available. Even if you do not want to do any of the activities, you have the option of just sitting back and having fun at the cafes.
Karla Caves date back many years and feature many beautiful Buddhist sculptures and columns. More than 2,000 years ago, skilled people created these caves. The area is calming for history buffs and adventurers.
The temple is light and clean, constructed in white marble, to honor Goddess Narayani. The temple is large and also features both a garden and an animal shelter. The place attracts many people who want to pray and be in a peaceful place.
Bhaja Caves were built before Karla Caves and people admire their wood-style decorations and the large prayer rooms. You have to climb a little bit, since the caves are up on a small hill. Monsoon is the best time to enjoy the beautiful view from the top.
Ekvira Temple which is close to Karla Caves, is dedicated to the Goddess Ekvira, who is worshipped both by locals and fishermen. There are many steps to reach the temple, but the peaceful experience and the great view make it worthwhile.
Lion’s Point attracts a lot of people for its beautiful views of valleys, waterfalls, and mountains. The most beautiful time to see is at sunrise or sunset. Monsoon weather brings cool winds, mist and clouds that make everything more special.
Lohagad Fort is popular among those who are new to trekking. It’s not hard to climb up and once at the top you will experience spectacular views. People visit the fort mainly because of its history and it is a fun place to visit with others.
Lonavala is not just about nature – it also has delicious local food! Don’t forget to try:
If you are staying in Lonavala, you can also explore these nearby destinations:
Lonavala has many stay options for every type of budget:
The best time to visit Lonavala is from July to February.