Khandala

A small hill station situated within a short distance from the capital city of Mumbai, Khandala is beautifully surrounded by the mountain range of Sahyadri on its Northern side. Popular for its incredible pleasant weather, Khandala can be described as nature's miracle. The hill station is beautifully equipped with perennial lakes, lush mountain ranges, thick green forests and waterfalls. Thanks for its abundance of natural beauty; Khandala is the perfect escape from the busy city life.

Attractions

One of the popular attractions in Khandala is the Rajmachi Fort. The fort is a great place to enjoy the breathtaking views around the hill station. Another must visit fort is the Visapur Fort due to its beautiful construction. Housing small caves, a huge carving of Hanuman and several temples, a trek to this temple offers magnificent views of nature. Another formidable fort is the Lohagad Fort, resting on an impressive hill near Malavali. Its ancient architecture and matchless beauty is loved by every trekking and nature lover.

Another astonishing wonder here are the Bedsa Caves, which are one of the oldest caves of Maharashtra. Their exquisite carvings and picturesque location make many jaws drop. Kune Waterfalls makes for a perfect backdrop for a day long picnic. Nestling with lush greenery, visitors can also enjoy swimming and bathing here.

Shooting point is another major attraction here which is frequented by tourists who wish to catch an aerial view of the Rajmachi Fort and the valley below. Located in the town of Khandala (Bazaar Peth), the site is also home to St. Mary's Villa.

Other popular attractions of Khandala are:

• Lonavala Lake
• Bhushi Lake
• Rajmachi Park
• Celebrity Wax Museum

How to Reach Khandala
By Air: Pune Airport is the nearest airport to Khandala from where one can hire taxi to reach the hill station.

By Rail: Khandala Junction links the hill station with rest of the country.

By Road: Thanks to the good road network, regular bus services ply to and fro the hill station of Khandala.