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State
Maharastra
Introduction
Transport
Sightseeing
Accommodation
Travel Essential
State Maharashtra
City Mahabaleshwar
Airports Mumbai,Pune
Distance from City Centre 150 Km
Railway Junctions Pune
Local Languages Marathi,Hindi
Mahabaleshwar Sightseeing

Arthur's Seat PointArthur's seat point is an exotic and picturesque spot, overlooking the konkan. On the way to Arthur's point are the ancient Temples of Lord Shiva, 'Gau-Mukha' - Connected to a source of water. This is supposed to be the source of the five Deccan rivers - viz, Krishna, Koyna, Veena, Savitri & Gayatri.

Elphinstone PointThe other places of interest here for holiday makers are the Echo Point, Malkam Point, Tiger Spring, Hunter Point, Castle Rock Point, Savitri Point, Elphiston point, Cannought Peak Point,WilsonPoint(Sunrise Point), Bombay Point (Sunset Point)and the Babington Point.

Krishna valleyThe krishna valley depicts the beautiful calligraphy of nature and a beautiful location for nature explorers and fun seekers.

Venna Lake The Venna lake is a great attraction to everybody with its dazzling sight, boating, facilities and stalls for games and eatables.It is within walking distance from Town (mahabaleshwar).

Panchgini : A neighbouring Hill Station-(A famous education center).

Lingmala waterfall The Lingmala waterfall is an overflow from Venna lake and cascades down in a steep drop.One can easily notice the three steps it makes in its endeavour.

Tapola Lake as seen from koyna valley, a bird's eyeviewgiving an overview of the backwaters spot of the Koyna Dam - a great picnic spot, (Bird's eyeview of tapola lake). Tapola Lake holding the time still at the backwaters of the koyna dam.   

Other places of interest: A small town called Wai on the banks of the river Krishna - famous ancient temple of Lord Ganesh.

Pratapgadh: Another formidable Fort of Shivaji Maharaja in its serpentine winding charm is a historic monument.This fort holds a commanding view of the konkan below one can easily see raigadh fort in the west and saddle back in the south.An exotic and breathtaking view of the misty mountains of Mahabaleshwar, a place you cannot afford to miss out if you are a genuine holiday maker.

 
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