Mini Kashmir or Tapola is a rustic hamlet with a beautiful lake adorning it, called the Shivsagar Lake. It is known for its adventurous jungle treks and pastoral beauty. You can enjoy a relaxing boat ride in the quiet waters of the lake and revel in the tranquility the place brings with all its beauty.
Mahabaleshwar is a hill station in India's forested Western Ghats range, south of Mumbai. It features several elevated viewing points, such as Arthur’s Seat.
The Lingamala falls are a nature lover’s delight. You have to walk through the forest and follow a trudged trail to reach it. The falls are located amidst natural beauty, at a great spot for photography and picnic with friends and family. The best time to visit Lingam Falls is between July and December. During these months, Lingamala Falls become the most visited spot among the best places to visit in Mahabaleshwar. Post monsoon the waterfall is much higher, more beautiful, yet more dangerous.
Kate's Point is named after the then british governer Sir John Malcolm's daughter. It is another wonder of nature. The photo above looks like elephant head or needle hole. Hence, this place is also known as elephant head or needle hole.
Arthur's Seat is famous for floating of light objects. If you throw light things like cold drink cap in the valley, it comes up again due to air pressure. This point is named Arthur Malet who lost his wife and 1 month old daughter in a tragic ferry accident in Savitri River. Arthur used to sit here and stare at the river.
Earlier known as Sydney point, Lodwick Point was renamed to honor General Lodwick, the first British officer to climb the hill. A 25 feet high pole is also stationed there in his remembrance. The great panoramic views and amazing spots for gazing into the stunning valley, the place is undoubtedly a famous tourist place in Mahabaleshwar.
Mapro Garden is a very very popular tourist spot in Mahabaleshwar. Mapro premises has Chocolate factory, a small nursery, a restaurant serving delectable food, children's play area and retail outlet selling mapro products.
Venna Lake, the most popular among the tourist places in Mahabaleshwar, is a bustling tourist spot. The lake is surrounded by trees on all side, and offers boat riding option as well. It’s open till late in the evening so that you can soak in the breathtaking lush greenery during the day, and lounge by the lake side towards the evening.
On our list of best places to visit in Mahabaleshwar, Pratapgad Fort is on number three. The fabulous fort is rich in historical significance and unmatchable views. Placed strategically on a hill-top, the fort was originally built by Maratha rulers in 1665. Having seen one of the most fierce battles in the history – the battle of Pratapgad, the fort is in ruins. But its surrounding beauty and heritage value lures people till date.
The Panchganga Temple is constructed at the convergence of five rivers Krishna, Venna, Savitri, Koyna and Gayatri. It is believed that five rivers originate from gaumukhi inside Panchganaga temple.
