RENOWNED PLACES TO VISIT IN LONAVALA ON YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY

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VISIT TO LONAVALA
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Nestled close to Mumbai and Pune, Lonavala is a
renowned hill station located in the West. It is
surrounded by lush green valleys and offers to be
one of the ideal weekend getaways from a number
of places including Mumbai and Pune. It is
situated at an elevation of six hundred and
twenty-two meters in the beautiful Sahyadri
Ranges. There are a number of tourist places in
Lonavala that can be used to unwind and relax
while getting away from the hustle and bustle of
the metropolitan. There are a lot of things to do
in Lonavala including relaxing in the best hotels
in Lonavala. This marvellous hill station is
spread in an expanse of thirty-eight
kilometres. Some of the ideal most tourist places
in Lonavala include ancient caves, white water
lakes, old age forts, and various waterfalls. The
name of Lonavala has been derived from the term
Lonavali. This Sanskrit term refers to a group
of caves. It has been so named because of the
presence of a number of ancient caves in and
around Lonavala. The following article offers
details of the ample number of places to visit in
Lonavala and the associated details like the best
time to visit to help you plan your weekend
getaway
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• Top 12 Places to Visit in Lonavala
• Tigers Leap
• Bushi Dam
• Lonavala Lake
• Imagica Adlabs
• Rajmachi Fort
• Aamby Valley
• Karla Caves
• Bhaja Caves
• Tikona Fort
• Valvan Dam
• Ryewood Park
• Dukes Nose

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1. Tigers Leap

• This destination is one of the most renowned
  places to include in your Lonavala sightseeing
  trip. This unique name of this place is for its
  outstanding resemblance of the shape of a tiger
  leaping into the lush green valley. This place is
  situated at merely a distance of eight kilometres
  from Lonavala. The tourists get a comprehensive
  view of the Western Ghats and the lush green
  hills as the Tigers Leap is a cliff top owning a
  drop of over six hundred and fifty meters. Also,
  nestled close to this point is INS Shivaji that
  can be visited together one after the other.
  Another major fascinating feature of the spot is
  the echo point that it flaunts for the tourists
  to enjoy. The views, however, must be enjoyed
  from a safe spot.
• Distance From City Centre  4 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  1 2 hours
• Visiting Hours  During the day time

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2. Bushi Dam

• Bushi Dam is another mandatory visiting spot to
  be included in your Lonavala sightseeing trip. It
  is a masonry dam conveniently nestled on the
  Indrayani River. The best time to visit this
  destination is during the Monsoon months. Your
  visit is to surely cheer you up. The water of the
  dam overflows over the Dams steps followed by
  the rocky terrain, which offers a mesmerizing
  view to the visitors during the Monsoon. It is
  quite a crowded spot with visitors overflowing
  each day. One of the interesting things to do in
  Lonavala Bushi Dam is to enjoy the feeling of
  water of the dam while standing on the steps.
• Distance From City Centre  3 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  2 3 hours
• Visiting Hours  900 AM 500 PM

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3. Lonavala Lake
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Lonavala Lake is another major attraction to be
explored while on your weekend getaway. Enjoying
the delicious and renowned hard candy, chikki
while sitting by the side of the lake is a
different experience altogether. You can also
spend some extended time by the side of the lake
with your family and friends enjoying a
picnic. Distance From City Centre  1
kilometres Entry Fee  No entry fee Ideal Time to
Explore the Place  1 2 hours Visiting Hours
 During the day time
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4. Imagica Adlabs

• Imagica Adlabs was opened for public back in the
  year 2013. It is one of the most renowned
  amusement parks for the tourists, especially for
  the youth and kids. It is nestled on the
  Mumbai-Pune Expressway and is a must visit. It
  also features various activities and live shows
  for the visitors to enjoy.
• Distance From City Centre  13 kilometres
• Entry Fee  The entry fee for Adults is INR 1499
  on weekends and INR 1299 on weekdays, for
  children is INR 1299 on weekends and INR 1099 on
  weekdays, and for senior citizens is INR 899 on
  weekends and INR 699 on weekdays.
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  Whole day
• Visiting Hours  1100 AM 0900 PM, while the
  various attractions and rides are open till 0800
  PM at night on all the 7 days.

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5. Rajmachi Fort
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Located midway between two popular hill stations
of Khandala and Lonavala is an ancient fort
called the Rajmachi Fort. This is quite a
renowned spot that features some of the most
mesmerizing views of the surrounding landscapes
of the undisturbed beauty of nature. The Rajmachi
Fort that comprises of two separate forts tops
the Western Ghats. Both the separate forts are
situated on different peaks namely the Manaranjan
Peak and Shrivardhan Peak. The fort offers a view
of several other attractions including the Dukes
Nose, Mahuli, Matheran, Karanala, Bhimashankar,
and Ulhas River. One can also enjoy the view of
the old caves of Kondhavi and Lake
Tungarli. Distance From City Centre  9
kilometres Entry Fee  No entry fee Ideal Time to
Explore the Place 2  3 hours Visiting Hours
 0900 AM 0600 PM, all the seven days of the
week
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6. Aamby Valley

• A beautiful township nestled at a distance of
  twenty-four kilometres from Lonavala is a
  must-visit township in Pune district of
  Maharashtra. It is a creation of Sahara India
  Parivar. It is spread in an expanse of town
  thousand acres of hilly terrain and in the recent
  years has been converted to pleasing landscapes
  via special designing that suits the environment
  best. There are also urbanized infrastructures
  features that are no less than that of
  international standard. This place is a most
  visited location by families and a large group of
  friends on picnics. The place is quite an exotic
  one and offers a number of privileges as it is
  visited by tourists from all across the world.
• Distance From City Centre 17 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  5 6 hours
• Visiting Hours  any time of the day

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7. Karla Caves
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The ancient Karla Caves are one of the oldest
Indian Buddhist cave shrines that has been
uniquely carved into a rocky hillside. It lies at
Karla on the Pune-Mumbai highway. The entrance of
the caves features a recently built temple out of
concrete ancient pillars of the Buddhist period.
It is a carved around two thousand years back in
the second to the fifth century AD. The caves
boast a huge collection of monasteries or Viharas
and halls or Chaityas that reflect upon the
pasts journey. These narrate some outstanding
and amusing past stories. Distance From City
Centre  8 kilometres Entry Fee  INR 15 per
person for SAARC country residents, Indian
citizens, and BIMSTEC country residents. For
foreign travellers above 15 years of age the fee
is INR 200 per person. Ideal Time to Explore the
Place  around 3 to 4 hours Visiting Hours
 0900 AM 0600 PM
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8. Bhaja Caves
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The Bhaja Caves are one of the oldest caves just
like the Karla Caves. It dates back to 160 BC and
is one of the major attractions in Lonavala. The
ancient cave is a collection of twenty-two
rock-cut caves that are said to have existed from
age-old times of Buddhism during the Hinayana
phase. The Bhaja Caves are located at a distance
of three kilometres from the main lane. The place
close to the caves also features a spectacular
waterfall where the travellers can get refreshed
by taking a dip in the cool waters. Distance From
City Centre  8 kilometres Entry Fee  INR 5 for
Indian travellers and INR 200 for Foreign
Travellers. Ideal Time to Explore the Place  2
3 hours Visiting Hours  0500 AM 0700 PM
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9. Tikona Fort
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Tikona Fort is a fortress nestled on a lush green
hill of the Pawana Maval region of the Tikona
Fort. This is a popular, frequently visited and a
much-loved trekking spot in Lonavala,
Maharashtra. The fort is also renowned by another
popular Marathi name called Vitandgad. The name
Trikona Fort comes from the triangular shape of
it. It holds a dynamic history for the travellers
to explore. The fort features large doorways,
high risen fortifications, spectacular views, and
seven water tanks that offer clear water to all.
The fort once belonged to the Maratha Empire. In
the past years, it was tossed between the Nizams,
British, Marathas, and the Mughals. In recent
times, the local organization called Shivdurg
Sanvardhan maintains the glorious fort. For all
the various adventure seekers, a trek to the fort
from the village can be taken. The trek is quite
challenging and adventurous at the same
time. Distance From City Centre  17
kilometres Entry Fee  No entry fee Ideal Time to
Explore the Place  2 3 hours Visiting Hours
 during the day timings
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10. Valvan Dam

• Lying close to Lonavala is the Valvan Dam that
  features beautiful lush green surroundings and a
  calm ambiance. It is a spot of utmost peace and
  tranquillity where you can spend a fun-filled
  evening. The Valvan Dam is a massive water
  barrage that is used to generate hydroelectric
  power at the Tata Power owned Khopoli Power
  Station nestled at the foot of the Sahyadri
  Mountains. This can also be an ideal photography
  location for all the various photography
  enthusiasts.
• Distance From City Centre  4 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  1 2 hours
• Visiting Hours  during the daytime

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11. Ryewood Park

• The Ryewood Park was once a Botanical Garden has
  in the recent years been converted into a
  pleasing park. It is located quite close to the
  main market of Lonavala. It is maintained and
  marked by landscaped gardens and lawns. It
  features countless plants and trees, attractions
  for kids and so much more. It is also an ideal
  picnic destination.
• Distance From City Centre  0 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  2 3 hours
• Visiting Hours  0800 AM 0700 PM

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12. Dukes Nose

• Dukes Nose is another attraction situated close
  to the city centre. The name of the spot has been
  derived from the renowned Duke of Wellington, the
  resemblance of whose nose is that to the shape of
  the cliff. The shape of the cliff has also given
  it another two popular names called the Cobras
  Hood and Naagphani. It is a popular tourist
  destination known for its picturesque location.
  It is also a renowned hiking destination amongst
  the various hiking enthusiasts. The Dukes Nose
  is also one of the popular picnic spots amongst
  the various locals and visitors. Also, the
  eye-catching surroundings of the location further
  add on to the beauty of the place.
• Distance From City Centre  4 kilometres
• Entry Fee  No entry fee
• Ideal Time to Explore the Place  1 2 hours
• Visiting Hours  0700 AM 0600 PM

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