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8 Popular Places to Visit in Lonavala on Your Weekend Getaway! Explore Famous Places to Visit in Lonavala Away From the City's Hustle and Bustle!
8 Popular Places to Visit in Lonavala on Your Weekend Getaway! Explore Famous Places to Visit in Lonavala Away From the City's Hustle and Bustle!

Hans India

time5 days ago

  • Hans India

8 Popular Places to Visit in Lonavala on Your Weekend Getaway! Explore Famous Places to Visit in Lonavala Away From the City's Hustle and Bustle!

Are you looking for an escape from the city chaos near Mumbai? Lonavala is the place for you. Surrounded by the Sahyadri range of Maharashtra, it is a popular hill station located around 90 kms from Mumbai. The place is filled with lush greenery, cascading waterfalls, misty hills and lakes, offering a magnificent retreat away from the hustle and bustle of daily routine. It is a haven for adventure seekers, nature lovers and bird watchers, as there are various activities you can do in Lonavala. These activities include trekking, hiking, boating, flying fox, ATV rides, bungee jumping and birdwatching. The places to visit in Lonavala also hold historical significance, dating back to the Maratha rule. Here is a list of places to visit in Lonavala for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. Also, don't forget to check out budget-friendly hotels in Lonavala for a comfortable and convenient stay. 1. Tiger's Leap: Located 8 kms away from Lonavala, Tiger's Leap is a popular viewpoint. This clifftop resembling the shape of a tiger leaping into the valley, with a sheer drop of over 650 mts is famous for breathtaking sunrise and sunset views. Another highlight of the Tiger's Leap, is the echo point, where you can hear your voice bouncing back. While looking for a stay near Tiger's Leap, you can book Treebo hotels in Lonavala near the viewpoint for a comfortable and relaxing experience. 2. Lohagad Fort: The famous places to visit in Lonavala include various forts that hold great significance in the course of the history of the region. One such important fort is Lohagad Fort, also known as 'Iron Fort', located at a height of 3,389 ft above sea level. The fort was under the rule of various rulers, including the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavas, Bahmanis, Nizams, Mughals, and Marathas, which makes it an important site for history enthusiasts. While embarking on a 2-3 hour trek uphill, you get to witness the bounty of nature and historic Bhaja caves, making it a popular tourist attraction for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The Treebo hotels near Lohagad Fort, Lonavala, are best-suited for travellers looking for affordable yet comfortable accommodation. 3. Visapur Fort: A popular hill fort near Visapur village close to Lonavala, Visapur Fort is one of the best weekend getaways from Mumbai and Pune. You can reach the fort by climbing the rocky hill for around 2-3 hours starting at Bhaje Village. Standing at a height of 1084 mts above sea level, it offers a panoramic view of the surroundings covered in lush greenery. For the best travelling experience, monsoon is the best time to visit the fort as the trek will be covered in thick greenery, brimming waterfalls and mist. For a relaxing stay before and after the trek to the Visapur Fort, you can book Treebo hotels near Visapur Fort Lonavala, which are ideal for solo travellers, couples, groups of friends, family and business travellers. 4. Tungarli Lake: Along with the historic forts, Lonavala is also known for its sparkling lakes and dams. Tungarli Lake, formed due to the construction of Tungarli Dam in the Rajmachi region, is one of the famous places to visit in Lonavala for camping and picnics. You can enjoy a relaxing time by the lake and admire the mesmerising views of the city, or take leisure walks and short treks to the Tungarli Dam. You can look for hotels in Lonavala near Tungarli Lake to enjoy easy accessibility to the lake. 5. Lonavala Lake: Another famous lake located around 1.6 kms away from the city centre is the Lonavala Lake. It is a popular site for food hopping, birdwatching, swimming and angling and is a base camp for famous treks to Tiger Point, Lion Point and Aamby Valley. The beauty of the lake is at its best during and post monsoon season when you can enjoy the views of flowers, grazing animals and lush greenery. There are numerous Treebo hotels in Lonavala offering travel desk facilities to help you explore the city in the best possible way. 6. Rajmachi: If you wish to experience the culture and tradition of the region, then Rajmachi is the perfect place for you. It is a small village situated in the Sahyadri mountains near Lonavala and is famous for two forts, including Shrivardhan Fort and Manaranjan Fort. Ruled by the famous rulers like Shivaji Maharaj, Emperor Aurangzeb, Shahu Maharaj and the British, the village holds significance for history enthusiasts. To reach the village, you can either trek for 3-4 hours starting from the Kondhane caves or drive to the village from Lonavala. From the village, the forts are just a 20-30 minute trek away. Numerous Treebo hotels near Rajmachi Point, Lonavala, offer private cab facilities to help you explore the places to visit in Lonavala at your leisure. 7. Karla Caves: The ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves, Karla Caves, are one of the most famous tourist places in Lonavala, attracting a large number of history enthusiasts, devotees and nature lovers. The caves, also known as Karli Caves, Karle Caves or Karla Cell and are known to be one of the oldest Buddhist cave shrines in India, which is believed to have been built around the 2nd century BC. It houses one of the largest Chaityas (prayer hall with a stupa) in India and the Ekvira Temple dedicated to Goddess Ekveera. To reach the caves, you have to climb around 350 steps from the base hill or 200 steps from the car park around halfway up the hill. You can book a stay at hotels near Karla Caves, Lonavala, offering private cab facilities for a convenient travel towards the caves and other tourist attractions in the city. 8. Bhushi Dam: One of the significant dams built on the Indrayani River in Lonavala, Bhushi Dam is a must-visit destination, especially during the monsoon season. The water in the dam overflows during the season, creating a sort of waterfall which flows through the steps of the dam and then the rocky terrain, making it a breathtaking sight to behold. It is also a perfect spot to enjoy picnics and spend relaxing time with your loved ones. If you are looking for a family-friendly stay in the city, then Treebo hotels near Bhushi Dam Lonavala offer a home-like experience to the guests by offering them modern amenities and complimentary services like breakfast, Wifi and toiletries. Thus, the places to visit in Lonavala not only offer an escape from the city chaos but also offer an insight into the rich heritage of the region. So, whether you are a nature lover, a history enthusiast or an adventure seeker, these places are perfect for you. Moreover, for the ideal accommodation, you can easily find numerous Treebo hotels in Lonavala, which you can directly book from Treebo Club's website or app.

Krishna, the world's guru
Krishna, the world's guru

The Hindu

time15-06-2025

  • General
  • The Hindu

Krishna, the world's guru

Adi Sankara says , 'The one with curly hair, whose face looks like the full moon, who is adorned with great looking earrings, I bow to you, Lord Krishna, the guru of the world.' Narayana manifested on earth as Rama and Krishna with a distinct purpose. He was born as Rama in Ayodhya, and lead by example, a life of virtue despite being assailed by the vicissitudes of life. He chose to be born as Krihsna for the purpose of establishing righteousness. In Chapter IV, verse 8 of the Bhagavad Gita, He says, 'Partithranaya sadhunam, vinasaya cha dhushkrutham, dharma samsthapanarthaya sambhavami yuge yuge. (For the protection of the good, for the destruction of the wicked, and for the establishment of righteousness, I am born in every age).' He foretells His avatar, and says 'I will be born in Mathura but I will go elsewhere, live with the Yadavas and return to destroy Kamsa. He even chooses His parents, Devaki and Vasudeva, and to facilitate their marriage, He enters the mind of Kamsa and makes him conduct the wedding and drive his wedded sister's chariot. He had another purpose in His manifestation as Krishna. He wanted to establish His status as the guru. In order to do so, one has to have a sishya and Arjuna was the ideal one, said Damal S. Ramakrishnan. His Gita upadesam resulted in His being hailed as Gitacharyan, in Triplicane Parthasarathy temple. Krishna says, in Chapter IV, verse 7 of the Bhagavad Gita, 'Yada yada hi dharmasya glanir bhavatibharata. (Whenever there is a decline in righteousness and an increase in unrighteousness, I will manifest, Oh Arjuna).' In His avatar as Krishna, the Lord stayed on earth for a long time, from birth to a long life. As a naughty child, He was a handful for Yasodha to handle, and yet, while still an infant, He opened his mouth and showed her the entire universe, leaving her ecstatic. Vedantha Desika says whoever listens to stories from Krishna avatar will be freed from the shackles of birth and rebirth.

'It's Lalu Yadav's party and his son will be the CM face': Prashant Kishor targets RJD's 'family politics'
'It's Lalu Yadav's party and his son will be the CM face': Prashant Kishor targets RJD's 'family politics'

Time of India

time04-05-2025

  • Politics
  • Time of India

'It's Lalu Yadav's party and his son will be the CM face': Prashant Kishor targets RJD's 'family politics'

Prashant Kishor (ANI file photo) NEW DELHI: Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor on Sunday targeted RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his son Tejashwi Yadav , accusing the party of dynastic politics and sidelining its ally, the Congress, saying that it has no footing in Bihar. 'There is no doubt about it, Tejashwi Yadav is the CM face of the Mahagathbandhan ,' Kishor said. 'It's a family-based party, and no discussion is needed, as everyone knows it's Lalu Yadav's party and his son will be the face. Congress has no say in Bihar.' Taking a further dig at Tejashwi, Kishor said, 'Tejashwi Yadav and his father just know two things: to talk about caste and religious fanaticism against the BJP. Except for this, he neither studied nor learned anything. He keeps making absurd statements… He talks about other castes, but he should first do something for the Yadavas.' On the issue of national security following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, Kishor said such matters are best left to the Centre. 'National security and foreign policy are the domain of the central government and Parliament. They are capable of taking action, and that's why the people have elected them to power.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 90s Icon: A Look at Her Today Boite A Scoop Undo Meanwhile, Kishor is gearing up for his electoral debut in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections of 243 seats. He has chosen to go solo, keeping his political outfit, Jan Suraaj, independent of any alliance. Kishor extensively toured the state to build momentum for his political venture and voiced support for the BPSC protest in Patna. Throughout his campaign, he has consistently taken jabs at all major political parties in Bihar.

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