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Ryewood Park

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Ryewood Park is situated at Main Market , Near Railway Station, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ryewood Park has tall trees with an ancient Mahadev (Shiva) Temple, located within the premises. Spacious open spaces to sit and relax, green grass, flowers and swings are amongst the highlights of the park. These stunning extensive gardens are amongst the favorite picnic spots of the children, owing to the soaring trees and spacious open spaces provided by them. Ryewood Park, sprawling over 25 acres, is located close to the Lonavala market. This park was initially a botanical garden, during the years of service of ‘Mr. Rye’, who was an English officer. The park was later re-constructed with decade old trees and ornamental flowering plants.

Ryewood Park, Lonavala

Ryewood Park, Lonavala

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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Scorpions Sting

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Scorpions Sting is situated in lohagarh Fort, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Scorpions Sting has got its name due to its resemblance to a scorpion’s sting, also known as Vinchu Kata. Nature lovers and trekkers are fascinated by this trail. Due to its proximity to Visapur Fort, one can trek down to this place and take in the enamouring view that this peak has to Offering aerial views of surrounding plains and lush green forests, the site descends towards the Visapur Fort. The natural beauty of this hilly terrain attracts numerous nature lovers and trekkers from across the world.

Scorpions Sting, Lonavala

Scorpions Sting, Lonavala

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

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Ekvira Devi Temple

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Ekvira Aai Mandir is located in the Karla Caves near Lonavala in Maharashtra, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ekvira Aai Mandir is a Hindu temple also known as Koli temple, a temple of the Koli (fishermen) community in Lonavala. The tribal Goddess Aai Ekvira is the main deity here. The Koli tribes throng to this temple during special occasions like navarathri and chaitra. One can see the koli fishermen community populaces walking all through the hilly terrains to reach the temple with festivities, Koli dances and folk music. Koli tribes offer animal sacrifices in this temple, they offer the sacrifice of goat or chickens and they believe that the tribal Goddess has majestic powers.

Ekvira Devi Temple, Lonavala

Ekvira Devi Temple, Lonavala

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

Gallery


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Ratnadurg Fort

Korigad Fort

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Korigad is a fort located about 20 km away from Lonavla in Pune district, Maharashtra, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

N.A.

Korigad Fort, Lonavala

Korigad Fort, Lonavala

HistoryEdit

Korigad fort was incorporated into his kingdom by Shivaji along with the forts of Lohagad, Visapur, Tung and Tikona in 1657. On March 11, 1818, Col. Prother tried to take over this fort but even after a prolonged siege could not make any headway. Finally on 14 March, by igniting the stored ammunition by means of a loose cannon ball he succeeded and this fort went to the British.

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

3 to 4 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 : To reach korigad you should have your own vehicle as there are very few transportation options available from Lonavla. Take the Aamby Vally road from Lonavla, keep driving till Peth Shahpur village. Parking is provided in village. You can also hire cabs from lonavala. The Aamby Vally buses from Lonavala bus station are also available.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

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

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
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Ratnadurg Fort

Valvan Lake

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Valvan Lake is situated near Valvan Dam, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Valavan Lake is one of the beautiful picnic spot in Lonavala. The Valvan Lake is an artificial lake created by the Valvan Dam built across the Kundali River. By the side of the lake there is a beautiful garden with vast area of landscaped plains. The Valvan Lake and the surrounding dam sites and the garden are popular evening relaxation spot.

Valvan Lake, Lonavala

Valvan Lake, Lonavala

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

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Tikona Fort

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Tikona Fort is located near Kamshet around 60 km from Pune. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tikona Fort, also known as ‘Triangle Fort’. This hill fort, renowned as Vitandgad Fort, is located in the Maval region of Lonavala (West Maharashtra). Built in a triangular shape, the fort is situated on the Tikona peak, near the Pavana River (Kamshet). This fortress has been home for many dynasties that ruled the Maratha region, along with being the major centre of activities of the Pauna Mawal. The small lakes and water tanks inside the fort served as the main source of water in the old days. The entrance of the fort is the major attraction. This fort encloses numerous Buddhist caves and Satvahan caves with a temple of ‘Trimbakeshwar Mahadev’ inside. Besides, the landmark draws numerous trekkers and nature lovers. Trekking to the top of the fort provides views of the entire Mawal region, including adjacent Tung Fort, Lohgad, Visapur, Bhatrashi hill, Morse hill, Jambhuli Hill, Pauna region and Fagne Dam.

Tikona Fort

Tikona Fort

HistoryEdit

Tikona Fort was a strategic nexus: the centre of control for the entire Pawana Mawal region. In 1660, Dhamale family one of the Deshmukh from Maval region was charged with ensuring the security of fort Tikona. Jaysingh invaded the region in 1665 and the local villages were by Dilerkhan but the forts held out. Tikona fort was surrendered to the Mughal warrior Kubadkhan, who had attacked the region together with Halal Khan and others, according to the Treaty of Purandar signed on 12 June 1665. Kubad DKhan took over the fort on 18 June but it was later recaptured by the Marathas.

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

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Tungarli Lake

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Tungarli Lake is placed near Tungarli Village Near Rajmachi, Lonavala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tungarli lake has a Dam and small reservoir of water which stores rain water. This lake is the source of drinking water for the people who reside in this hill station. This lake is also used for irrigation purpose by the local people. Now this place is also serving as the picnic spot of the city and lots of people come here on weekends to refresh. Beautiful natural backdrops, hill top view of the city and a place to hike make this lake famous and hence so many people abide to come here during their visits. It is one of the most visited attractions in Lonavala.

Tungarli Lake, Lonavala

Tungarli Lake, Lonavala

HistoryEdit

Tungarli Lake is an artificial reservoir with a small lake and dam, which was built in 1930, during the British era.

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

Gallery


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Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort

Celebrity Wax Museum

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Celebrity Wax Museum is situated on old Mumbai-Pune Highway, Warsoli, Lonavala, India.Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Celebrity Wax Museum is home to images of Saddam Hussein, Indira Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi and MS Subbulakshmi. Image of Chhatrapati Shivaji is the highlight of the museum. In addition to these, the museum is also home to images of Shirdi Sai Baba, and Jawahar Lal Nehru, along with wax models of many famous musicians, politicians and social workers. At the museum, tourists can view wax images of Rajiv Gandhi, Benazir Bhutto, Michael Jackson, Adolf Hitler and Oscar winner, Rasool Pookutty. This wax museum is result of Sunil Kandalloor’s hard work. He opened his first wax museum in kanayakumari on 24th Dec 2005. He has made 50+ wax models so far. First wax model of Shivaji (which one is situated very first in series) gives you a great feeling of Maharastra. Subsequent wax model of Mahatama Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Shirdi Sai Baba, Jawahar Lal Nahru are there after the Shivaji.

HistoryEdit

Celebrity Wax Museum was founded by Sunil Kandaloor, a 38-year-old wax artist from Kerala. the museum was inaugurated by minister Ramesh Shendge.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

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 : YesEdit

Individual National Adult Rs. : 75 per person.

Kids Rs. : 75 per person.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : 75 per person.

Kids Rs. : 75 per person.

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

Lion’s Point

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Lion’s Point is located at lonavala. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

N.A.

Lion's Point Lonavala

Lion’s Point Lonavala

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

N.A.

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

Karla Caves

India /Maharashtra /Pune /Lonavala

Sight Address : Karla Caves is situated in Karli, Lonavala, India . Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Karla Caves is nestling in the hills of Lonavala. The marvelous ancient Karla Caves are presently a popular tourist destination to have a close look at the ancient Buddhist architecture and culture. These caves exhibit Buddhist ideologies through inscriptions and stupas. Karla caves encloses Buddha viharas, where the monks used to stay during their meditation period in the caves. The cave encloses sculptures of elephants adorned with metal jewelries and ivory tusks. Karla Caves are the largest cave temple (chaitya) in India.

HistoryEdit

Karla Caves were historically associated with the Mahāsāṃghika sect of Buddhism, which had great popularity in this region of India, as well as wealthy patronage. The caves house a Buddhist monastery dating back to the 2nd century BC. The monastery was once home to two 15-meter grand pillars. Now only one of these remains, and the remaining space is occupied by a temple dedicated to the goddess Ekveera, who is worshipped most notably by the Koli community of Mumbai. The oldest of the cave shrines is believed to date back to 160 BC, having arisen near a major ancient trade route, running eastward from the Arabian Sea into the Deccan.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

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

Gallery

View All Sight of Ratnagiri… Click Here

Swayambhu Ganpati
Ganapatipule Beach
Ratnadurg Fort