Lonavala is a popular hill station near Mumbai and Pune, known for its clean ambience and pleasant climate.
Its is one of beautiful places, gifted with scenic natural beauty, beautiful waterfalls, scenic lakes and dense forests.
It beholds the same charm as its sister hill station Khandala; and is one of the famous weekend getaway for Mumbai and Pune.
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Rajmachi Fort
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Trekking to Rajmachi Fort on the Sahyadri Ranges is amongst the popular treks as its surrounded by unmatched beauty of nature. The beauty of the fort doubles during the rainy season; as it gets surrounded by lush greenery and gives life to butterflies and birds of many species.
Trekking to Rajmachi Fort on the Sahyadri Ranges is amongst the popular treks as its surrounded by unmatched beauty of nature. The beauty of the fort doubles during the rainy season; as it gets surrounded by lush greenery and gives life to butterflies and birds of many species.
Tikona
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Tilkona is a famous hill fort and one of the popular trekking destination in Lonavala. The name means ‘Triangle Fort’ as the summit of the fort is shaped like a pyramid.
You can enjoy the spectacular view of the Pawna Dam, the forts of Visapur, Tung and Lohagad from the summit.
At the summit you will find Pavana Lake, caves from the Satvahan era and the temple of Trimbakeshwar Mahadev.
Tilkona is a famous hill fort and one of the popular trekking destination in Lonavala. The name means ‘Triangle Fort’ as the summit of the fort is shaped like a pyramid.
You can enjoy the spectacular view of the Pawna Dam, the forts of Visapur, Tung and Lohagad from the summit.
At the summit you will find Pavana Lake, caves from the Satvahan era and the temple of Trimbakeshwar Mahadev.
Duke’s Nose
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One of the most striking landmarks to hit your eyes as soon as you reach Lonavala is the structure of Duke’s Nose.
Duke's Nose (aka Nagfani) is a very popular place for trekking, valley crossing, rock climbing & rappelling. It is a 2506 ft tall straight cliff which every rock climber aspires to conquer. This is a bolted multi-pitch climb consisting of 4 stations. The most challenging part of the climb is between 3rd & 4th station which is a 25 feet overhang (rock wall inclined beyond 90 degrees) where one can climb only with the support of hands & no possibility of foothold.
One of the most striking landmarks to hit your eyes as soon as you reach Lonavala is the structure of Duke’s Nose.
Duke's Nose (aka Nagfani) is a very popular place for trekking, valley crossing, rock climbing & rappelling. It is a 2506 ft tall straight cliff which every rock climber aspires to conquer. This is a bolted multi-pitch climb consisting of 4 stations. The most challenging part of the climb is between 3rd & 4th station which is a 25 feet overhang (rock wall inclined beyond 90 degrees) where one can climb only with the support of hands & no possibility of foothold.
Koraigad fort
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One of the places that have remained safe from harshness of humans and materialness is the Koraigad which is one of the offbeat places to see in Lonavala. It is popular for its beautiful views of the surrounding and yet a stoic reminder of solitude.
The unique part of this experience is that the walls of the fort are still in a good condition, you can also walk along the perimeter of the entire fort. The ruins and older structures are truly a delight for all history buffs.
One of the places that have remained safe from harshness of humans and materialness is the Koraigad which is one of the offbeat places to see in Lonavala. It is popular for its beautiful views of the surrounding and yet a stoic reminder of solitude.
The unique part of this experience is that the walls of the fort are still in a good condition, you can also walk along the perimeter of the entire fort. The ruins and older structures are truly a delight for all history buffs.
Pawna Dam
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Located near Lohagad, Pawna Dam is one of the most astonishing places to see near Lonavala. Built over the Pavna River, it is a picture perfect is a spot for relax. The waters of the river and dam are perfect for boating, speedboating, water skiing and water jet rides.
Located near Lohagad, Pawna Dam is one of the most astonishing places to see near Lonavala. Built over the Pavna River, it is a picture perfect is a spot for relax. The waters of the river and dam are perfect for boating, speedboating, water skiing and water jet rides.
Maval, Takve Lake
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Maval is the place where the great king Shivaji Maharaj trained his army of soldiers who were called Malvas. Maval is well endowed with rich biodiversity, flora and fauna. The Takve Lake is ideal place to experience amazing water adventure water sports.
Maval is the place where the great king Shivaji Maharaj trained his army of soldiers who were called Malvas. Maval is well endowed with rich biodiversity, flora and fauna. The Takve Lake is ideal place to experience amazing water adventure water sports.
By Air:
The closest airport to Lonavala is at Pune (54 km away) or Mumbai (63 kms)
By Train:
Lonavala has a railway station (LNL). You can easily get regular trains to Lonavala from other major cities of the country.
By Road:
Lonavala has well road connectivity to many cities of India.
You can hire cab/taxi or travel by frequently run buses or drive through the beautiful ghats to reach Lonavala.
Here are some important distances to note:
Pune to Lonavala - 65 kms
Mumbai to Lonavala - 83 kms
Khandala to Lonavala - 3.8 kms
