Top Mahabaleshwar travel places

Planning for a hill station trip this summer in Maharashtra India? Then you should definitely visit Mahabaleshwar one of the top tourist places in Maharashtra. Learn about Top Mahabaleshwar travel places, tourist spots, Temples and scenic places in and around Mahabaleshwar.

This article covers the complete itinerary for a two day trip to Mahabaleshwar, hotels in Mahabaleshwar and locations not to miss in Mahabaleshwar.

About Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar is one of the best places to visit throughout the year. Being a hill station, which comes under the vicinity of Western Ghats, you will have a pleasant climate all around the year.

It is one of the best places chosen by tourists for a weekend trip. There are a lot of tourist spots around Mahabaleshwar that can be covered during the weekend.

Word Mahabaleshwar has historic significance. It comes from the word Mamleshwar which is Lord Shiva.  During the British Regime, this is one of the top developed hill stations in India.

How to reach Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar by flight

Mahabaleshwar is best reached via road. The nearest airport is Pune airport, which is around 100Km from Mahabaleshwar. One can also reach from Mumbai which is around 225Km.

Mahabaleshwar by train

Another way to reach Mahabaleshwar is by train. Weather is the nearest railway station to Mahabaleshwar which is 60km away. From there you can hire a cab for your complete tour.

Once you hire a cab and reached Mahabaleshwar, head to your hotel, have a break and head on to visit the tourist spots.

Top Travel Places Mahabaleshwar

Some of the top travel places in and around Mahabaleshwar are given below

Temples:

Mahabaleshwar Temple is one of the top temples which is visited by pilgrims from all over India. Many people who come from pilgrim tour to Shirdi also visit Mahabaleshwar Temple due to its historic significance.

Mahabaleshwar Temple is located 6km from the city of Mahabaleshwar and visited by pilgrims all around the year. Built by Chandra Rao More dynasty in the 16th century, this Lord Shiva’s temple is one thing which is must place to visit during your trip.

Lakes and Water Falls:

Being a hill station, you would find some of the lovely waterfalls in and around Mahabaleshwar. Some of the best waterfalls which you shouldn’t miss are given below

  • Chinamans Falls
  • Dhobi Waterfalls
  • Lingmala Waterfalls
  • Venna Lake

Scenic Points:

There are some lovely scenic points which you shouldn’t miss during your Mahabaleshwar tour. Some scenic places like Elephants Head point, Wilson’s point are good memories for your trip

Scenic points that should be included in your tour map to Mahabaleshwar

  • Mahabaleshwar Hill Station
  • PratapGad Fort
  • Elephants Head Point
Elephants Head Point
  • Wilson Point
Wilson Point Mahabaleshwar
  • Arthur’s seat

Sunrise and Sunset points are somethings which you shouldn’t miss early morning and during sunset time. Being a hill station, you
will get an amazing view during Sunrise and Sunset at Mahabaleshwar.

Don’t miss the strawberry fields which are famous in
Mahabaleshwar. Strawberry festival is celebrated in the month of April which you shouldn’t miss if you are visiting during summer’s.

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Useful Travel Resource Links

Below are some of the useful travel links which can help you during your trip to Mahabaleshwar

  1. Hotel Deals Websites India
  2. Domestic Flight Deals Websites India

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