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Panchgani
and Mahableshwar are well known hill stations in India (Maharashtra).
They are very famous for its cool climate which suits for
good health of the citizens.
| Getting
there |
98
kms from Pune |
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266
kms from Mumbai via Mahad |
|
20
kms from Mahabaleshwar |
| Nearest
Airport |
Pune |
| Climate |
16
degrees in winter |
|
30
degrees in summer |
| Best
Time to visit |
September
to May |
Panchgani derives its name from the five
hills around it. At an altitude of 1334 m it is just 38 m
below Mahabaleshwar. These 38 m translate themselves into
a breathtaking 20 kms approach from Mahabaleshwar, that swoops
around bends with abandon, offering heart stopping views of
the river krishna on one side & the coastal plains on the
other. Panchgani is the quintessential hill station, with
the Raj stamped indelibly all over it. It can be seen in the
old architecture of the old British buildings, the parsi houses,
& the boarding schools that have been for a century or more.
Amble along the walkways, thickly canopied
by lush trees & vegetation & delights in the secrets you come
upon. The Krishna, snaking through tiny hamlets, farms & ravines,
hundreds of meters below. Visit table land, a flat mountain
peak & feast your eyes on the coastal plains, looking like
miniature water colors. Select a horse from one of the numerous
stables & canter along uncharted routes through hidden lovers'
lanes, to the caves & kamalgad fort. Or while away at the
bazaar. Panchgani is one of the rare places that doesn't crowd
anyone, yet in its own unhurried way deeply touches every
visitor.
Taxies are easily available as are horses & bicycles.
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