India /Maharashtra / Thane / Khodala
Khodala, a fascinating village with a quiet and calm ambiance, is located at an altitude of 1800 feet in the Thane district of Maharashtra. This is a dense woody place in a hilly environment and is really an amazing picnic spot to roam in. Khodala still upholds the traditional values and rituals of its own. Blessed with rocky terrain and marvelous environment, Khodala gives an unusual feeling of being out in the wilderness. Though Khodala situates near to Mumbai, it is a less explored holiday spot. A traditional tribal village, inhabited mostly by tribal population, untouched by modernity gives a clear picture of the rural Indian culture. The attire of the tribal people needs a special mention. Tribal dance and music celebrated through out the night in special occasions is a major attraction to any of the tourists. Animal sacrifice which date back to the vedic ages is still practiced by the aborigines of this rustic village. A visit to Khodala offers a wonderful experience of adventurous sports like trekking, mountain biking, waterfall rappelling. The Amala wildlife sanctuary that houses an array of rare reptiles and other species of the animal kingdom is a fabulous place for a stopover. The thick forest around Khodala is a haven of beautiful birds. One can even spot a fabulous tiger in this amazing wilderness. Other major attractions in Khodala include Vaitarana lake, Tringalwadi fort, and the Igatpuri-Kasara ghats. Khodala with all its natural treasures is an exciting place to explore the serene beauty of nature. An amazing hilltop surrounded by magnificent topography, Khodala is a recommended place for those tourists who needs recoil from the tiresome busy city life.
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Category : Trekking
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 410301
STD Code: 2529
Info Website: http://www.khandala.com/
Best Time to Visit: October – March
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Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport
By Air : Nearest major airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai, which is nearly 150 km from Khodala. Mumbai (Bombay) is well connected to all major cities in India and also connected to many cities abroad. Taxi services are the one direct travel possibility from Mumbai to Khodala. It costs about Rs 3000.
By Train : Igatpuri is the nearest railway station which is connected to Pune and Mumbai by regular local trains. Igatpuri to Khodala costs about Rs 600 by taxi for covering a distance of 30 km. The Major railway junction nearby is Mumbai, which are connected to all stations in India.
By BUS : Khodala is well connected to other cities in and around by state owned public transport buses. Many private owned buses also provide transport service between Khodala and neighboring cities, including Mumbai, Igatpuri and Pune.
By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Beware of pickpockets as Khodala is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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