Sunday 15 January 2012

Lonavala

Lonavala is a popular hill station at a height of 625 meters above the sea level in the western region of the state Maharashtra. The expanse of this exquisite hill station is about 38 square km. Lonavala, located by Sir Elphinstone, the then Governor of Bombay Presidency in 1871, derived its name from a Sanskrit word Lonavli means caves. The plenty of caves like Bhaja caves, Bedsa caves and Karla caves brought the name Lonavala to the city. This has been famed as a health resort due to its unpolluted environments and the pleasant climate all through the year. This is attracted by thousands of tourists, domestic as well as foreign, every year. Monsoon is the best climate with waterfalls, thriving lakes with full of water and lush greeneries all around. Chikki, the hard candy sweet, is a specialty item in Lonavala and is famous among the visitors to Lonavala.Lonavala is a romantic gateway from the hustle and bustle of the crowded metropolitan life in Mumbai and Pune. This hill station forms a part of breathtaking Sahyadri hills and is a perfect location for hiking and trekking. The place is bestowed with many historical forts, ancient caves and wonderful serene lakes. Lonavala offers panoramic views of Deccan plateau on one side and the Konkan coast on the other.Lonavala offer all luxurious facility to the tourists. Many ancient model resorts, most modern architectural luxurious holes and eye catching scenic attractions all make this place a grandeur spot for holiday vacations. Cool climate, serene ambience and all facilities for secluded stay are the great offers of this natural gift. 
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2 Nights/3 Days Mumbai - Lonavala
Day 1 Mumbai/Bombay
Arrive at Mumbai/Bombay, the commercial and industrial capital of India. Visit the various tourist places like Marine Drive, Juhu Beach, Chaupati Beach, Crawford Market etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2 Lonavala
Lonavala located at a distance of 120 kilometres is a popular hill destination near Mumbai. Lonavala is a beautiful and cool hill station that houses the mesmerising waterfalls will within its precincts. Quite close to Mumbai and Khandala, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Maharashtra. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Departure
Morning depart for Mumbai/Bombay. The afternoon is free for shopping or other independent activities. Board a flight from the airport for the onward destination in the evening.
Lonawala Travel Information
Lonavala is a charming hill resort, 3 hours from Mumbai, one hour from Pune. A quick weekend getaway to Lonavala has many beauty spots to offer like Lonavala Lake, Bhushi Dam, Tiger's Leap, Ryewood Park, Tungarli Dam, Barometer Hill, Khandala the equally popular nearby hill resort, and is wellknown for the famous Lonavala' chikki.
Nearby are the Karla, Bhaja and Bedsa caves. One can visit Lohgad fort which is closed to Malavli Rly. Station.Send online Query
Getting there :-
By Air :- Nearest airport is Pune 66 kms
By Rail :- Lonavala is on the line of Central Railway-Mumbai-Lonaval, 118 kms. Pune-Lonavala, 64 kms.
By Road :- Lonavala is on the Mumbai-Pune road, 104 kms. Pune-Lonavala, 66 kms. 
Mumbai Tour Tourism Provided all information about Lonavala

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