KHANDALA
Khandala is a beautiful hill station in Pune district of Maharashtra state of India, which is located in the Sahyadri Mountains. Situated in the western part of the Sahyadri Range, this place is situated at an elevation of about 625 meters above sea level and is a famous scenic spot in India. Located at the end of Bhor Ghat, this place is about three kilometers from Lonavala, which is another hill station. It is located at a distance of seven kilometers from Karjat, which is special for those traveling on foot.
HISTORY
There is no reliable historical evidence about the origin of Khandala. Although it is a well-known fact that before the British authority, the great Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Peshwas ruled Khandala for a long time. Like all other hill stations, Khandala is a testimony to the colonial era. The rich cultural heritage of India is clearly seen in the historical sites and monuments here.
TOURIST SPOT
Nestled in the hills and valleys of the Sahyadri mountain range, this place has an enjoyable season throughout the year. Adorned with beautiful natural landscape, Khandala impresses tourists with its breathtaking views of grassy hills, bright valleys, beautiful lakes and pleasant waterfalls. Some of the places of tourist attraction include Amritanjan Point, Dukes Nose, Raywood Park and Bhushi Dam. Apart from the immense natural splendor, this hill station is also very famous for its cave temples, which were built in the second century BC.
Khandala tourism is visited by many places and is one of the interesting regions of India, where the magnificent natural beauty is present. Lohagad fort means iron fort and it was built to keep prisoners. Another tourist spot near Khandala is the 'Kune Falls', which falls from a height of 100 meters. It is surrounded by greenery all around. Tourists must see the Rajamachi Fort, which is an iconic tourist destination and is surrounded by evergreen valleys and gardens. Tourist places in Khandala are truly amazing, full of abundant natural beauty.
NATURAL BEAUTY
The cave temples here represent Buddhist architecture. Here evidence of the presence of Hinayana sect is also found in the past. For nature lovers and enthusiasts, walking in the picturesque valleys is a mysterious attraction, which is the specialty of this place. Khandala has been blessed with abundant natural beauty and the monsoon is the best time to witness this natural marvel when it is at its peak. Everything looks dense, green and fresh around you, which creates a heady feeling in you.
WHEN TO GO
The time from October to May is the best time to visit Khandala. The best advantage of this beautiful hilly terrain is taken through trekking. Travelers coming here or experienced people, everyone should choose a trail to reach the top of the mountains and cliffs and see the beautiful valleys below. 'Dukes nose point' and 'Karla hills' are the two popular trekking places here. The weather is ideal throughout the year to visit Khandala. Most of the time the weather here is warm and hospitable. However, winter is the best time to visit here. The serene and enchanting weather here enhances the joy of vacation at this place.
HOW TO REACH
Khandala is easily accessible by air, road and rail. The Mumbai-Pune highway, the major link between Mumbai and Pune, passes through Khandala. Its accessibility from the surrounding cities makes it an attractive place for hiking and relaxing. Khandala is well connected to all major cities of Maharashtra by rail, road and air. The Pune airport is the nearest airport, although several intercity trains are available that connect major cities of Maharashtra to Khandala.
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