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Nagphani (Duke’s Nose)

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Khandala

Sight Address : Nagphani (Duke’s Nose) point is located at Khandala, Lonavala, India.Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Nagphani (Duke’s Nose), later known as Duke’s Nose after Duke Wellington, is a cliff at Khandala near Lonavala. The Cliff is pointed like a snakes pointed head portion (hood) and hence the name Nagphani (Nag means snake and phani means hood). The name Dukes’nose is derived as the cliff looked like the shape of the Duke. This is a marvelous picnic spot nearby Lonavala. Adventurous trekking is highly essential to reach the Duke’s nose and the view of the downhill plains from this point is mind boggling.

Nagphani (Duke's Nose)

Nagphani (Duke’s Nose)

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 minutes to 1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : Various state-operated buses (AC, Deluxe, Non-Deluxe) are easily available from Mumbai and Pune, for getting to Khandala. Private tour operators also provide luxury/non-luxury bus and taxi services to reach the place. The travel time to reach Khandala from Pune by bus is about 2½ hrs, while it takes around 4 hrs to reach the place from Mumbai.

Train : Nearest railway station for reaching Khandala is located at Lonavala. Lonavala, being located on the Mumbai-Pune rail route, has various express and local trains that shuttle play till these two cities. It takes three hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai and about an hour from Pune. The journey to Khandala from Lonavala is feasible by availing any of the local modes of transport or even on foot, as it takes only 15 min to cover the distance.

Air : Nearest domestic airport near Khandala is located in Pune (64 km) and the nearest international airport is in Mumbai (110 km). All the major domestic airways offer their services at both these airports.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

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Rajmachi Fort

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Khandala

Sight Address : Rajmachi Fort is Tungarli Lake ; 6.5 Km from Lonavala; Khandala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Rajmachi Fort is located mid-way between Khandala and Lonavala. To reach the fort, tourists can follow a trekking trail from Tungarli Lake., located in the hills of Shayadri and is also regarded as one of the popular Khandala attractions. Rajmachi’s two fortified structures are the Shrivardhan fort and Manranjan fort. In the rainy season this place is filled with giant waterfalls and greenery.

Rajmachi Fort

Rajmachi Fort

HistoryEdit

During 17th century, Shivaji had captured Rajmachi forts. People can reach fort by trekking from Lonavala. Rajmachi fort is a very important strategic fort overlooking the Borghat, the route between Mumbai and Pune which was a vital historical trade route.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 – 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : Various state-operated buses (AC, Deluxe, Non-Deluxe) are easily available from Mumbai and Pune, for getting to Khandala. Private tour operators also provide luxury/non-luxury bus and taxi services to reach the place. The travel time to reach Khandala from Pune by bus is about 2½ hrs, while it takes around 4 hrs to reach the place from Mumbai.

Train : Nearest railway station for reaching Khandala is located at Lonavala. Lonavala, being located on the Mumbai-Pune rail route, has various express and local trains that shuttle play till these two cities. It takes three hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai and about an hour from Pune. The journey to Khandala from Lonavala is feasible by availing any of the local modes of transport or even on foot, as it takes only 15 min to cover the distance.

Air : Nearest domestic airport near Khandala is located in Pune (64 km) and the nearest international airport is in Mumbai (110 km). All the major domestic airways offer their services at both these airports.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

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Ratnadurg Fort

Bhaja Caves

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Khandala

Sight Address : Bhaja Caves is located near Malavali Railway Station, Khandala, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bhaja Caves is placed on one side there is Lohagad fort on other side Visapur fort and approximately in the center are Bhaja Caves. They are similar to Karla Caves but are on a much smaller scale. This caves are also in Chaitya style.
The speciality of these caves is that the rays of the setting sun visit these caves. On the southern side, there is a place where one can see carved figures of Gods and Goddesses. Within the cave, there are several monasteries that house carved images of deities. A nave and aisle, with an apse containing a solid stupa and the aisle circling round the apse, providing the circumambulation path, is also present in the caves.

Bhaja Caves

Bhaja Caves

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 – 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : Various state-operated buses (AC, Deluxe, Non-Deluxe) are easily available from Mumbai and Pune, for getting to Khandala. Private tour operators also provide luxury/non-luxury bus and taxi services to reach the place. The travel time to reach Khandala from Pune by bus is about 2½ hrs, while it takes around 4 hrs to reach the place from Mumbai.

Train : Nearest railway station for reaching Khandala is located at Lonavala. Lonavala, being located on the Mumbai-Pune rail route, has various express and local trains that shuttle play till these two cities. It takes three hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai and about an hour from Pune. The journey to Khandala from Lonavala is feasible by availing any of the local modes of transport or even on foot, as it takes only 15 min to cover the distance.

Air : Nearest domestic airport near Khandala is located in Pune (64 km) and the nearest international airport is in Mumbai (110 km). All the major domestic airways offer their services at both these airports.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Pavana Lake

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Khandala

Sight Address : Pavana Lake is located at Kamshet 14 km from Lonavala. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Pawna Dam built across the Pawna River nearby Lonavala. Pawna Lake (Pavna Lake) is an artificial lake. The lake attracts many tourists due to its imposing natural ambience and cool climate. From the dam site one can view the majestic sights of Tungi, Logagarh and Tikona forts.

Pavna Lake

Pavna Lake

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : Various state-operated buses (AC, Deluxe, Non-Deluxe) are easily available from Mumbai and Pune, for getting to Khandala. Private tour operators also provide luxury/non-luxury bus and taxi services to reach the place. The travel time to reach Khandala from Pune by bus is about 2½ hrs, while it takes around 4 hrs to reach the place from Mumbai.

Train : Nearest railway station for reaching Khandala is located at Lonavala. Lonavala, being located on the Mumbai-Pune rail route, has various express and local trains that shuttle play till these two cities. It takes three hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai and about an hour from Pune. The journey to Khandala from Lonavala is feasible by availing any of the local modes of transport or even on foot, as it takes only 15 min to cover the distance.

Air : Nearest domestic airport near Khandala is located in Pune (64 km) and the nearest international airport is in Mumbai (110 km). All the major domestic airways offer their services at both these airports.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Shrivardhan Fort

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Shrivardhan Fort is located in Rajmachi Village ; 8.5 Km From Lonavala, Lonavala, India
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Detail InformationEdit

Shrivardhan Fort and Manoranjan Fort are the twin fortress that combine together to constitute the strategic fort of Rajmachi. They would serve the purpose of keeping a vigil over the historic trade route of Borghat. These forts had been originally built by Satvahana rulers which had been finally seized by Muslim invaders by Shivaji Maharaj.

Shrivardhan Fort

Shrivardhan Fort

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Lonavala is an all year around destination because of pleasant season. The Best time to visit Lonavala is from October to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Morvi Dongar

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Morvi Dongar is situated Between Tung Fort And Devgad , Near The Pawna Lake, Lonavala, India.
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Detail InformationEdit

Morvi Dongar is covered with dense forests, which nestles several species of birds, animals, flora and fauna. As a result, this picnic spot is visited by a number of tourists for trekking and birdwatching, which gives tourists insight into the natural habitat of birds. Morvi Dongar is a lush green region of Lonavala, which is spread between the Tung Fort and Devgad. The hillock is situated at one side of the Pawna Lake, adjoining the Kathingad. Numerous trekking routes lead to this hillock, which is the starting point of various other treks to Tung Fort and other nearby sites. To reach Morvi Dongar, tourists can opt for buses from Lonavala to Ambavne and alight at Gushalgaon or Tungwadi, from where they can proceed to this beautiful hillock.

Morvi Dongar

Morvi Dongar

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Lonavala is an all year around destination because of pleasant season. The Best time to visit Lonavala is from October to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 – 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Shree Narayani Dham Temple

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Shree Narayani Dham Temple is located at Plot 28/199, Tungarli, Near Kailvalya Dham, Behind Kailash Parbhat Hotel, Lonavala, Pune, – 410401.Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Narayani Dham has a main temple of Shri Rani Sati Dadi, and other temples of Shri Ganesh with Shiv Parivar, Shri Hanumanji, Shri Radha Krishna, along with Shri Pitreshvarji. The Temple trust also undertakes projects towards social cause. During drought situation in Rajasthan, donation was given to arrange food for cows. With the availability of funds and depending on the need, Trust takes the decision to undertake projects. More than 300 people visit the temple everyday. There is Dadi Mangal on every Krushna Paksha Navami followed by bhajans and Mahaprasad for all devotees. Temple celebrates Bhadi Amavas, Ganesh Festival, Navaratri, Janmashtami, Hanuman Jayanti, Deepavali with full enthusiasm. The temple also has a Hall sufficient enough to host more than 10000 devotees. It also has a lodging facility with 5 bedrooms with attached toilets so that the devotees coming from long distance can stay and take rest. Temple also has separate Kitchen and Dinning area for devotees.

Shree Narayani Dham Temple

Shree Narayani Dham Temple

HistoryEdit

The work of the Narayani Dham with “Bhumi Pujan” on 9th Feb, 2000 and actual start of “Mandir Nirman” on 17th May 2000. The construction work began under the valuable guidance of Shri Mahendra Mittal, Shri Ramesh Patodiya, Shri Mukesh Patodiya and Shri Shyam Goyal. Initially the plan was to build a small temple but with the overwhelming response from more than 425 Agrawal families it has taken a bigger shape. Due care was taken for the Establishment of deities. Shri Dadiji’s Vigraha, Brick and Jyoti was brought from Jhunjhnu temple. Brick and Jyot from temple at Salasar was brought for Hanumanji temple, Shri Shyam Baba Jyot was brought from Khatu. Shivling was brought from Omkareshwar. Asta Vinayak around Pune region was visited to bring soil, brick and sand for Shri Ganesh temple. The function of Pran Pratishta (Murti Sthapana) started with a big procession on 14th Feb 2002. On the auspicious day of 22nd Feb 2002, Pran Pratishta was conducted as per Vedic rituals by the famous Shri Govindacharya Dixit from Varanasi.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

6.30 am to 1pm and 4 pm to 10 pm.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Lonavala is an all year around destination because of pleasant season. The Best time to visit Lonavala is from October to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Evening , Night.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Shree Narayani Dham Temple : (91)-2114-270043, (91)-9321140475, 9321140476
  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire Brigade : 101

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Swayambhu Ganpati
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Ratnadurg Fort

Rajmachi Wildlife Sanctuary

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Rajmachi Wildlife Sanctuary is located at a distance of 20 km from Lonavala sahyadri Ranges, Rajmachi, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Rajmachi Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the picturesque locale surrounded by dense green forests. The wildlife sanctuary is on the foothills and hilly terrains of Western Ghat in Sahyadri ranges. The sanctuary offers the wildlife beauty in its pristine passion. This is a weekend destination for the nature loving tourists.

The sanctuary encloses abundance of animals and birds. One major attraction here is the mammoth Indian squirrel. It is a rare place where one can spot the wild animals freely moving in their natural habitat. The landscape is enriched with rare species of herbs and plants. The location is very good for nature walks, trekking and bird watching.

Rajmachi Wildlife Sanctuary

Rajmachi Wildlife Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Lonavala is an all year around destination because of pleasant season. The Best time to visit Lonavala is from October to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Tunga Fort

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Tunga Fort is situated close to the Pavana Dam in lonavala. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tunga Fort is considered to be one of the most difficult Fort to trek, and this challenge itself is enough to fire the bellies of all the trekkers out there. All the Corporates and executives in Mumbai and Pune should just grab this opportunity and visit the Fort. Though, it becomes very slippery in monsoons but the real fun of this trek is in Monsoons only. The fort depicts the excellent architecture acumen of the Marathas, being at the highest point the fort was used to monitor and administer all the neighboring forts. This fort was a sort of capital and control point for Marataha empire. At the top of the fort there is a Mahadev Temple which shows the deep faith of Marathas in Lord Shiva.an old fort now turned into ruin, like the worn stairs, depleted gates, a water reservoir etc. All this just takes us to the golden memories of this Fort when this Fort would have been in full splendor.

Tunga Fort, Lonavala

Tunga Fort, Lonavala

HistoryEdit

Tung Fort is small, not being able to hold more than 200 troops at a time. As such, it would not have been able to defend itself on its own for a long time.Tung Fort was built before 1600 CE. It was built by the Adil Shahi dynasty but was captured by Shivaji.Its shape and structure suggests that its main function was as a watchtower guarding the road to Pune city. Dhamale family one of the Deshmukh from maval region was charged with ensuring the security of fort tung. During invasion, it served to provide a temporary distraction for invaders. Thus, the major forts of Visapur and Lohagad would have time to ready themselves (to meet the invading army).This fort served as a watch tower in the past because it from top of the fort,lot of area Maval region of Pawana and Mulshi valley can be seen and thus from the top of the fort,watch on these areas can be kept.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Best time to visit Tunga Fort is July to January.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • There are no eateries at the top and it’s best to carry your own food and water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire Brigade : 101

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Bhushi Lake

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Bhushi Lake is located at a distance of 5 km from Lonavala. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bhushi Lake is popular picnic spot, the lake can be reached by availing buses running on the INS Shivaji Road. Beside the dam lies a beautiful waterfall that is also a popular picnic spot. Area around the lake also contains many shops selling rubber slippers, and small restaurants offering snacks and tea. The lake is enveloped by green hill and small waterfalls.

Bhushi Lake

Bhushi Lake

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Throughout the year.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening .

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private rental cars or taxies can also be hired.

Bus : State owned buses connect nearest cities with the hill station Lonavala. Any tourist service providers arrange package tours by A/C deluxe buses to Lonavala from Mumbai and Pune.

Train : Lonavala is situated on the main railway line that plies from Mumbai to Pune. All trains that shuttle between the two cities stop here. From Mumbai, the approximate travel time would be around 3 hours, while from Pune it takes around 1 hour to reach Lonavala.

Air : Lonavala is located midway between two major cities of Maharashtra, Mumbai and Pune. Thus, if you are flying to Lonavala, you need to touch down at either the domestic airport at Pune (66 kilometers from Lonavala) or the international airport at Mumbai (110 kilometers from Lonavala) and from there, take a cab or a train.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101

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