Mahabaleshwar

Mahabalewshwar is the highest hill station falls in Western Ghats of Maharashtra. It is situated at 1,372 meters above sea level. During the period of British Raj, it was the summer capital of Governor of the old Bombay Presidency. It is of about 120 Kms from Pune by road. The heroic Maratha warrior king and Shivaji Maharaja are connected with the history of this area. This place is crowded in the vacations like Diwali, Christmas and especially in summers. It is pilgrimage site for Hindus, and honeymoon spot.

Mahabaleshwar surrounded by valleys on all sides. Lord Mahabali temple is situated in old Mahabaleshwar of about 4 Kms from the city. So this place is called as Mahabaleshwar. This is the origin of the 5 holy rivers called Krishna, Venna, Koyana, Savitri and Gayatri.

Weather: The minimum and maximum temperature range varies from 16 to 20°C.

Best time to visit: The best time to visit this place is from September to May.

Route Info:

By road:

Pune –-> Wai –-> Panchagni –-> Mahabaleshwar.

Pune --> Satara highway --> Panchgani –-> Mahabaleshwar.

By Bus: For every 30mins you will get ST buses from Pune Bus stand to Mahabaleshwar.

Road Type: Good.

Shopping Info:

Honey and strawberry crushes and jams are very famous in Mahabaleshwar. It is also famous for wide variety of Chikki (Sweet).

Mahabaleshwar Slideshow

Major attractions:

Venna Lake

It is the major attraction of Mahabaleshwar. This lake is spread around 25 acres, the water supplied to the Mahabaleshwar from this lake itself. Here you can enjoy boating. This lake was built by king of satara. The other places near Mahabaleshwar are Race Course and Golf Course.

Wilson Point

Wilson Point is situated at the highest peak of the mahabaleshwar at 4710Ft above sea level.

It is also called by the name Sunrise Point. It is near to Mahabaleshwar market.

Connaught Peak

This is the second highest Point at Mahabaleshwar, it was known as Mount Olympia. It is of about 1400 meters height, and 7 kms from market of Mahabaleshwar. From this point u can see Kamalgadh, Torana, Panchgani, pasarani Ghat, Ajinkyatara, Pratapgadh, Elphinston point and Kshetra Mahabaleshwar.

Arthur’s Seat

It is situated at the height of 1473 meters and distance of 13 Km from main market of Mahabaleshwar. It is called as Queen of the all points. The name Arthur Malet was the one who first built the house in Mahabaleshwar. So it is called by his name itself. You can see the geographical distinction between konkan and the Deccan territories of Mahabaleshwar from this place.

Kate’s Point

From Venna Lake it Is about 5 Kms towards Panchgani. From this Point you can the beautiful view of Dhom Dam and Krishna Valley.

Bombay Point

The oldest point in Mahabaleshwar is the Bombay point. You can enjoy the view of beautiful sunset from this point.

Lodwick Point

It is also called by the name Sydney Point. After rising the monument in the name of General Lodwick this place was renamed as Lodwick Point. You can enjoy the beautiful view of Pratapgadh, and it is also called as Elephant’s Head.

WaterFalls

The Lingamala Dhobi and Chinaman are the three main waterfalls which are of about 6 Km and 4 Km respectively from the Mahabaleshwar. These falls are situated in a beautifully sequestered hook looking straight at the south side Elphinston Point. These falls look beautiful in rainy season.

Tourist Info:

Accommodation: You will get good accommodation in Panchgani.