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| State | Maharashtra |
| City | Lonavala |
| Airports | Pune Airport |
| Distance from City Centre | 35 Km/ 25 Mile |
| Railway Junctions | Lonavala |
| Local Languages | Marathi Hindi English |
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are numerous lakes around Lonavala and Khandala. Lakes such as Tugauli,
Lonavala and Bhushi are worth a visit; so is the Valvan lake, which has a
beautiful dam, a garden as well as a Pisiculture centre.Karla & Bhaja Caves:Karla and Bhaja Caves, located in the hills at a distance of 11-km from Lonavala, are important places to visit. These rock-cut cave temples dating back to 2nd century BC and are amongst the oldest and finest examples of Buddhist rock cut temple art in India, belonging to the Hinayana sect of Buddhism. Adventure seekers can try their hand at rock climbing at the Duke's Nose peak and other locations in the Karla hills, near Lonavala. OTHER PLACES OF INTEREST INCLUDE :-
Bhushi Dam - This dam is very popular with holidaymakers who come here for picnics. Lohagad Fort - It has some spectacular entrance gates, a huge cave, which was used for storing grain, and a water tank. The Tunga Fort - surrounded by the Pavana Dam, this fort also has a Mahadeo temple in the premises.
Kaivalya Dham Yoga Centre - Situated on a picturesque hill near
Valvan lake, many visitors flock to this institute, which imparts yoga
education.
Bhairavnath Deva Sthan - This place has a fascinating variety of
thick forests, deep valleys, peacocks and monkeys, speedy streams etc.
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Satayam
Shivam Sundaram : Satayam Shivam Sundaram is a beautiful man - made
waterfall with a surrounding pool. 