Pavana Dam Pune

Pavana Dam Pune

The Pavana Dam constructed across the Pavana River has shaped Pavana Lake. Pavana Lake is an artificial lake, which enables tourists to enjoy an amazing view of Tunga, Lohagad and Tikona Forts. Pavana Lake is located near Pavananagar in Kamshet. It is a popular picnic spot for tourist from Pune, Lonavala & Mumbai. This is a pleasant place to spend some time with family and friends. The backwaters of this dam offer a delightful view. Tourist can enjoy various adventurous activities at this place like boating.

Distance from Mumbai: 110 Kilometers.

Distance from Pune: 70 Kilometers.

Distance from Lonavala – Khandala: 26 Kilometers.

The road from Kamshet to Pavana Dam is small road and not in very good condition. But this route is quite picturesque throughout. On the way one can see signs for Bedse caves which is just 4-5 kms off this route. There is not much options for food or water here. Once you cross the underpass for Expressway, take the right turn at Paud road junction. The dam is visible from the main road itself, but to get view off lake once must travel a bit ahead on the road which leads to Lohgad. This is the same route that will take you to Lonavala.

There are not many options for food that I could spot. On the way I came across Lohgad Resort and Boating club. They offer decent food. Tried the boating here, was quite good. They charge Rs.300 for scooter ride, and Rs.150 per head for motorboat. They do have nice speed boat but the charge was Rs.1200 for 4 person.

Oh yes I forget to mention about, if in case you want to stay there, you can call to Pavana Boat Club. They have their cottage to the other end of the dam. They will carry you by Boat to their cottages on the bank of backwater of Pavana dam and your meal arrangement will be done at your stay location. You need not to worry about anything. On second day boat will come at your cottages to pick you up.

Mulshi Dam

Mulshi is a lakeside area near Pune offering nature centric experience.
The landscape of Mulshi is dominated by the lake with resorts set around it.

"Mulshi (50 kms from Pune) is a lakeside getaway that is at its best during monsoon. The green surroundings, lakeside ambiance and easy access from Pune makes it a highly popular monsoon getaway."

The Mulshi Dam is also an ideal spot for picnic with lush green environs on all sides. Bounded by the Sayadri Hills, abundant forests and forts like Dhangad and Koraigadh, too, make the entire scenery very appealing. The beauty of Mulshi Lake and Dam can also be well observed from a nearby village called Valanewadi, which is 6 km away from Mulshi.

The surroundings of Mulshi Lake and Dam are so enticing that one can lose all his sorrows at the very first sight of the landscape. The thick forests nearby consists of a nice assortment of the flora and fauna. Providing an environment for numerous birds as well, the picturesque exquisiteness of the place is striking. It is even promoted as the best place for bird-watchers, trekkers, camping and photographers.

Best time to visit
Monsoon is the best time to visit Mulshi Lake and Dam as water is in abundance and one can enjoy to the fullest.

Sinhagad Fort

Sinhagad Fort is located 4300 feet above sea level, on the Sahyadri Hills. It is a strategic fort, carefully selected for its proximity to the settlement of Pune, allowing control over important trade routes and offering protection behind its safe walls in times of need. Originally called Kondana, it was renamed the Lion Fort in honour of Shivaji’s trusted aide Tanaji Malusare who lost his life in a daring raid on the fort.

The summer months (March-June) are too hot to visit Sinhagad, but all other seasons offer great opportunities for a day outdoors. In September-October just after the rains, the hills are carpeted in green, and very scenic. From November through February, the craggy black rock contrasts beautifully with yellow hay and the weather is simply perfect. The monsoon season begins in June, and it is then that the Sahyadris become truly magical, with beautiful waterfalls and lush foliage. Trekkers from Mumbai and Pune head for the Sahyadris to see the hills come alive in the rains.

Panshet is a pleasant tranquil lake created in the 1950’s by the building of a dam. It supplies drinking water to Pune, and is a popular getaway for residents of Pune. 

The fort forms an important part of training received by cadets at the nearby National Defence Academy at Khadakwasla. These cadets can be seen attempting hikes and runs from NDA to Sinhagad in their complete battle gear in order to improve their stamina and prepare them for battle.

Also present inside the fort is a TV tower for transmitting broadcasting signals.

The fort opens at 9:00 am and accepts its last visitors at 4:00 pm.

Lonavala

Lonavala and Khandala has always been my favorite place, I go there almost every two months.

It is a hill station in middle of mumbai and pune, very famous for heavy rain, mountains and best of all bhushi dam. There are lots of visitors coming to enjoy their for  holiday trips throughout the year.

Lonavala is surrounded with Bhushi dam, Amby valley, INS shivaji, tiger point etc

Bhushi Dam Lonavala is a very popular weekend destination for people from Mumbai & Pune. If you want to treat yourself with cool water, warm sunshine and the vibes of nature then the Bhushi Dam is the best place for you in Monsoon season. Please remember, Swimming is prohibited in this dam due to inconsistent flow of the water however one can always enjoy on steps and rocky land followed by steps.

Distance from Mumbai & Pune:

§  Distance from Mumbai to Lonavala: 96 Kilometers.

§  Distance from Pune to Lonavala : 64 Kilometers.

§  Distance from Khopoli to Bhushi Dam : 18 Kilometers.

§  Distance from Lonavala to Bhushi Dam : 5 Kilometers.

How to reach Lonavala:

§  By Road: Lonavala is on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. One of the best 6-lane well maintained expressway in India.

§  By Train: Mumbai-Lonavala-Pune route has good connectivity with Local and express train service almost every hour in a day. Train Starting from Mumbai along the central line have Khopoli as their last station. Then from Khopoli You can take bus service to spend your weekend in lonavala rain takes almost 120 – 150 minutes from Mumbai and 60 – 90 minutes from Pune to reach Lonavala.

§  By Air: Pune Airport is the nearest airport from Lonavala. From Pune airport you can hire a cab for Lonavala.

Aamby Valley

Aamby Valley City, the first of its kind Megalopolis, spred over more than ten thousand undulating acres of verdant expanse, is snugly nestled amidst picturesque envious of the great Sahayadri mountain range. Aamby Valley is independent India's first planned, self-contained aspirational City, remarkable for its unsurpassed grandeur and plush signature-features. In a league of its own, Aamby Valley City is being developed to be amongst top five Destination cities in the World.

The City, in the cusp of pristine nature, aesthetically combines the all-encompassing facets of luxurious living, business conveniences, leisure and recreation. A highly conducive weather, misty mountain peaks, luxuriant foliage, the enchating gardens, Fountains of ecstasy of the mountain blooms add to the mystique and graneur of Aamby Valley City.

If Sahayadri Peaks make for the imposing facade, the historic Koyarigarh Fort provides a majestic backdrop to the spectacular opulence of Aamby Valley City.

Offering superlative lifestyle, the ultra-exclusive chartered city has residential options ranging from the chic & cozy Timber Chalets to fabulously modern and customized Villas in distinct architectural styles. Each of these residences is superbly crafted and well appointed with electric pick of new-age fixtures, accessories and comforts. It has been an uncompromising effort to develop thse magnificent   residences into true homes for our privileged citizens to live and rejoice in an endless celebration... called life. Tiger Point  Tiger Point is a beautiful tourist destination where the travelers enjoy the panoramic view of the hill. The lush green beauty of the hill makes travelers feel amazed. The cool breeze of this hill wins the heart of travelers and coerces them to enjoy the cherished beauty amazingly. The beautiful greenery of the hill station looks more astonishing during the sunrise and sunset. The tourist love to gaze the beauty for hours and hours and spend some quality time. The travelers at this beautiful place will surely forget their all sorrows and will enjoy to the fullest. The journey of the Tiger Point, Lonavala and Khandala will definitely quite diverse from any other expedition of hills and panoramic beauty. The travelers who are visiting in Lonavala and Khandala are welcomed by the hotels near Tiger Point, Lonavala and Khandala. The hotels in Lonavala and Khandala near Tiger Point are well facilitated and they assure customers for comfortable stay to their customers. The hotels in Lonavala and Khandala near Tiger Point available on MakeMyTrip.com serve their customers in a perfect manner and fulfill all desirable demands for their relaxed and pleasing hospitality. The tourists can also go with another option for relaxed stay that is to get rooms in popular budget hotels near Tiger Point. The budget hotels near Tiger Point also provide almost all kinds of facilities to their customers to make them feel good.

Lavasa a hill city u can't miss

Lavasa is a beautifully hill city, well designed and a very good concept keeping in mind of this generation. It is 50-60 from pune, a lovely place for bikers to enjoy the rides because of the small internal roads surrounded with the mountains and woods and small villages around. For me its a memorable place having my first date there a year back.

Lavasa is Beauty surrounded by mountains a perfect weekend holiday there is lot to do like water sport operated by lakeshore fantastic speed boats & jet ski they have , Adventure sports like rock climbling which is 9 kms to 12 kms from water front shaw hotel this property is a 4 star has good rooms with kitchen & also have tie up with dasvino club which has gym with Nauticlus equipments , pool , spa , air khockey , Billard & card room lot of other amenities they have must to see also ekkant hill view hotel has nautral trail were you can enjoy natures view and also have a children play ground its a beauty too recomnded hotels waterfron shaw ( Ideally Located ) 4 star property with good restaurants , you have subway sandwiches , good indian restaurant with great ambence , For Breads & pasta you have american dinner restaurant Fortune is a 5 star Rated hotel Ekanat is a small property but the best located its must for a person who is a nature lover Lavasa is beauty hill station with a western touch

Lavasa, India's largest planned hill city, is fast developing into one of the most preferred leisure destinations. With a host of stay options that offer every kind of experience from camping to 5-star accommodations, Lavasa truly has something to offer for everyone. There is also a lot to do at Lavasa. It is a destination for the laidback and the adventurous alike; with activities ranging from Nature trail walks, boating, hiking to the more adventurous rappelling, rock climbing, zorbing and much more. Lavasa's multi cuisine restaurants located alongside the promenade offer a wide range of culinary delights for every palate. If you haven't yet visited Lavasa, the upcoming festive season is a perfect time to plan your visit as the place will be abuzz with activities and festive fanfare.

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