Mahabaleshwar - The Western Ghat Hill Station

Mahabaleshwar - The Western Ghat Hill Station

Mahabaleshwar, located in the Western Ghats in the Satara district of Maharashtra, is a very beautiful hill station in Maharashtra. Mahabaleshwar, one of the famous hill stations of India, is so famous for its picturesque beauty, rivers, spectacular waterfalls, majestic peaks, and beautiful strawberry farm that thousands of tourists are forced to visit it every year. This hill town has always been the first choice of tourists due to its captivating views. Tourists who come here experience peace and relaxation between the mountain valleys and the springs. The city consists of ancient temples, boarding schools, lush green forests, waterfalls, hills, and valleys. 

The meaning of Mahabaleshwar is “God of Great Power” and Mahabaleshwar also has special importance for Hindus because the Krishna River originates from here. Mahabaleshwar is also recognized as five river land because the five river flows in Mahabaleshwar. These five rivers are Veena, Gayatri, Koyana, Savitri, and Krishna. 

To make this trip mesmerizing include one day tour of Agra to witness of incredible art and design of the 16th century. The Taj Mahal is also entitled the wonder out of the Seven Wonders of the World for its masterpiece of Art. Before visiting consider the taj mahal closing day is Friday.

Nearby Attraction of Mahabaleshwar

In Mahabaleshwar, there are more than 30 places to must visit which will provide you the real relaxation and energize you as never before. A few of these are detailed below.

1.     Elephant’s Head Point

Elephant’s head point is one of the most amazing viewpoints and also a picturesque point of Mahabaleshwar. People come here to capture the stunning view of the Sahyadri range. The best time to come here is sunrise and sunset to collect mesmerizing images of nature.

2.     Chinaman’s water fall

A waterfall enhances the experience of real natural beauty. Chinaman’s waterfall is one of the most significant waterfalls in the state and it also offers you the next level of energy after enjoying it here. It is about 500 feet in height so you will get a stunning experience.

3.     Venna Lake

Venna Lake is one of the most popular lakes in the state and it is a manmade lake. Venna Lake offers you a lot of activities such as rowboats, and paddleboats, and also has a horse riding option for kids near the lake.

4.     Mahabaleshwar Temple

Known as Mahabali, this temple attracts a large number of tourists every year. Mahabaleshwar Temple is a major temple of Hinduism as it is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst the charming hills in Mahabaleshwar, this temple glorifies the Maratha Empire and its rule during the 16th century. The Mahabaleshwar Temple is one of the oldest temples in the state of Maharashtra and was constructed in the 16th century by the Chanda Rao Mor dynasty.

5.     Panchgani

The place is named Panchgani because of the five hills of the Sahyadri Mountains. From the height of Panchgani, you can have beautiful views of Dham Dam Lake and Kamalgarh Fort. Mahabaleshwar is a twin city like Panchgani which is situated very close to it. If you like to go to heights and you are a nature lover then Panchgani is like a paradise for you.

How To Reach

Mahabaleshwar is one of the most popular hill stations in India and it attracts millions of tourists every year it has very well connectivity to all major cities such as Satara, Pune, and Mumbai. The nearest airport is Pune airport 102 km away. The nearest railway station is Wathar which is just 60 km from Mahabaleshwar. You can adapt by road option by cab or by roadways buses after landing at a nearby airport.