INDIAN TOURISM, AMBOLI VALLEY MAHARASHTRA

 AMBOLI VALLEY MAHARASHTRA

Amboli is a small mountainous region located in Maharashtra. This famous tourist destination is in the Sahyadri Range, which falls in Sindhudurg district. Amboli was given the status of hill station in the year 1880. This place is a great place to spend holidays with family etc. The weather here is mostly cold, so it is good to come here during the summer days.Event If the rain showers are enjoyed at a hill station, then this experience is unique in itself. 'Amboli' is a place to realize something similar. This beautiful place is located in the southern range of Sahyadri hills of Sindhudurg district. The spectacular landscape of this place has the potential to captivate anyone. There are many places from which one can enjoy the panoramic view of lush green mountains and fertile earth.Amboli is the perfect place to spend holidays etc. with all the family. History During the British rule, the city of Amboli was used as a high post from where checkpoints were made for soldiers in Central and South India. In 1880 Amboli was declared a hill station. The locals of Sawantwadi discovered the beauty of this place even before the British.

With the monsoon being the rainiest place in Maharashtra, the British made Metheran their favorite destination in summer. As a result, Amboli remained an important place on the map of Maharashtra for a long time. 

Other tourist spot Amboli is a great place to spend weekends. Along with this it is also a romantic place. Tourists can come here to reduce the speed of running life. Amboli is a paradise for waterfalls. Some of the waterfalls found here are some waterfalls.

Shrigaonkar Falls Mahadev waterfall Nangarta waterfall The Nangarta waterfall is an excellent place for picnic and relaxing. There is a small ancient Shiva temple near the mouth of the caves of Hiranyakeshi Falls. It is believed that this temple was built by Shiva himself.Hiranyakeshi Temple got its name from Parvati, which is a name of hers. Being a hill station, Amboli has many scenic spots such as Sea View Point, Kavelsad Point, Parikshit Point and Mahadev Point. All these places provide panoramic views of the confluence of the Arabian Sea and the Konkan coast. 

OTHER PLACES There is an ancient Shiva temple located in Amboli village, also known as 'Hiranyakeshi'. A stream of water comes out from here and joins the Krishna River. These Shiva temples are located in a cave and this stream originates from here. It is believed that there are about 108 Shiva temples here, but only a few of them have been exposed so far.

Tourists visiting here can also enjoy a picnic. The view of the Konkan coast from the thick forests and deep valleys is also very beautiful. Tourists can also see the bauxite mine at a distance of 10 km from this hill station. If tourists are fond of fishing, then it can be enjoyed for hours in Hiranyakeshi. Remains of Madhavgarh Fort can also be seen here. A war memorial is also located on the main road of Amboli.

When to go Because the weather here is cool due to its high altitude, it is better to come here in summer. It is pleasant to stay at this place due to the temperature of 20 degrees Celsius during the monsoon. It would be nice to come here in winter too. Due to the good rainfall occurring during the monsoon period, the waterfall and mist present here enhances the beauty of the natural landscape. Amboli is a great resort for the fun of the rain and for a few days of solitude.

Where you stay

 Amboli has some good and cheap hotels. These include Hotel 'Whistling Woods', 'Silent Valley Resort Shanti Darshan' and 'Hotel Shiv Malhar'. Along with this, resorts of 'Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation' are also present here. Almost all have restaurants, room service and cab service.

TRANSPORTATION Amboli is easily accessible by air, rail and road, being located near Sawantwadi and Goa. The nearest domestic airport to Goa is located at a distance of about 70 km from the airways. Sawantwadi railway station can be used to arrive by rail. Tourists can reach Amboli by taking a taxi from the railway station. With Mumbai at 550 kilometers and Pune at 400 kilometers, many buses are available not only from these two cities but also from other cities.