The Ultimate Weekend Itinerary For Lonavala
Hill stations are the perfect weekend getaways near Mumbai and one of those many natural bounties that nature provides the world-weary urban dweller to travel to when the need of the hour is either or a combination of rest, recuperation and fun. They usually are blessed with cooler weather owing to their height above sea level, a green cover thanks to largely unspoilt surroundings and a balance of rustic and luxurious settings depending on what your mind and heart fancies. You can enjoy a hill station with family, you can absolutely have a blast with friends and of course if you prefer solitude and just your company and no one else’s, there’s plenty that one can do on their own as well. resorts in Lonavala, Honeymoon resort in Lonavala, treehouse resort in Maharashtra, nature resorts in Lonavala, resorts near Lonavala.
Lonavala weather is usually a coveted reason why Mumbai and Punekars regularly flock to the hill station for quick and short but much needed weekend getaways. This hill station has been bestowed with a tropical climate and is always more than a couple of degrees cooler thanks to its elevation from mean sea level and a lack of commercial and residential activity as compared to urban cities like Mumbai and Pune. The average annual temperature in Lonavala is pleasant and inviting 24.1 °C. The rainfall here averages 4073 mm and thunder showers during the monsoon months from June to September are a norm. The best time to visit Lonavala though is between the months of October and May when the temperature drops and one can take in fresh and clean mountain air with a cooling bite to it. resort in Lonavala for couples, Resort near Mumbai for Family, Resort near Pune for Family.
Lonavala is filled with pubs in most fancy
resorts that will serve and entertain long through the night. Like we said,
there is something to do for everyone. Here is a list of places to visit in
Lonavala:
Rajmachi Point
This point commands a view of Shivaji
maharaj's fort, Rajmachi and the surrounding valley. The Vaghjai Dari is also
located here.
Ryewood Park & Shivaji Udyan
This is an extensive garden situated in
Lonavla. The garden has a number of tall trees - some of which are very old.
There is an old Shiva temple in the park.
Valvan Dam
Valvan Dam has a British built garden and
is more than a century old. This dam has a garden at the foot of its wall, and
is a popular evening spot. The dam supplies water to the Khopoli power station
at the foothills of the Sahyadris for generating electricity.
Della Adventure Park
Della Adventure Park is India's largest
adventure park. It is a very big theme park cum resort. It also serves as a
corporate training destination for companies in Mumbai & Pune.
Lonavala Lake
Lonavala Lake is surrounded by natural
scenery, about 1.6 km from the town. The lake dries up during the winter and
summer months offering an expanse of green grass which is used by walkers and
joggers.
Duke's Nose
Duke's Nose stands 12 km from Lonavla,
clearly visible from the highway while driving towards Mumbai. This landmark in
Khandala is visited by hikers.
Tiger's Leap
Tiger's Leap also known as Tiger's Point is
a cliff-top with a sheer drop of over 650 m, giving an extensive view. Legend
has it that while being chased by a tiger once, the Maratha Empire king Shivaji
jumped into a ditch on the hill and the tiger leaped off it into the valley
giving it the name of tiger's leap.
Karla Caves
Karla Caves, located near Lonavala, is a
complex of cave shrines built by Buddhist monks around 3rd to 2nd century B.C.
A temple of Goddess Ekvira Devi is also present here.
Lohagad Fort
A robust climb of about 11.2 km from
Malavali railway station takes you to the 'Iron Fort', once a formidable
battle-station of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort commands a view of the
surrounding hills and hamlets.
Bhushi Dam
A waterfall near the dam is located between
Lonavala and I.N.S. Shivaji. Buses running on the I.N.S. Shivaji Road stop here
for the awesome street food.
Lion Point
This is a viewpoint midway between Bhushi
Dam and Aamby Valley which overlooks a deep valley and mountains known for its
roasted corn and onion fritters.
Now that we have given you so many
incredible things you can do when you visit Lonavala, we should also apprise
you on your stay situation. Once again you are in luck, because Lonavala is an
area where one can get a bed at a cheap motel for as little as Rs500 a night or
then one can spend up to a few lakh at a presidential suite at certain 5 star
graded resorts. Della Adventure and Resorts, Fariyas, Dukes Retreat and so on
are just some of the more popular and expensive stay options in and across
Lonavala resorts.
However the one we suggest for its sheer
differentiator and its incredible brand of experiential hospitality is The
Machan. From all the resorts in Lonavala, The Machan is an award winning front
runner in eco-tourism and puts you up in sturdy tree houses that redefine
nature living in the ample lap of luxury. Your boyhood fantasy of being able to
live in a tree house and spot the top of trees in a forest along with its
abundant flora and fauna is now complete. The Machan epitomizes tree house
hotels and is one of the foremost nature hotels near Mumbai.
One can wax eloquent about Lonavala resorts
and Khandala all day but this much information should be more than enough to
rustle you into your cars with your loved ones and head up for a trip to the
beautiful hill station. Keep travelling and don’t forget to make those memories
that count!
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