Leaflet on Mahabaleshwar Mahabaleshwar - Introduction: Mahabaleshwar along with Panchgani makes the most popular hill resorts in the

Maharashtra state of India. Far way from the madding crowds the hill resort makes an excellent holiday destination. The natural beauty of Mahabaleshwar attracts nature lovers, film directors, holidaymakers, peace seekers and adventurers alike. The hill resort of Mahabaleshwar is the place to be at in the summers. The heat and the dust of the plains give way to the cool breezes and the gorgeous greens of Mahabaleshwar. The hill resort of Mahabaleshwar derives its name from the God "Mahabali". There is a temple dedicated to Lord Mahabali namely the old Mahabaleshwar Temple. Mahabaleshwar - Location: The marvelous hill resort of Mahabaleshwar lies in the curvaceous mountain ranges of the western ghats of Maharashtra. Overlooking the Krishna and Koyna valleys the hill resort of Mahabaleshwar is located at an altitude of 1372 meters. Mahabaleshwar - Past: The hill resort of Mahabaleshwar was the summer capital of the erstwhile Bombay Presidency. The quintessential charm of Mahabaleshwar can still be felt in the majestic mansions that dot the hill resort. Mahabaleshwar - Sites to Visit : The old Mahabaleshwar Temple of Mahabaleshwar is one of the important landmarks in the hill resort. The presiding deity of the temple Lord Mahabali lends its name to the hill resort. For the nature lovers Mahabaleshwar offers several waterfalls. You can check out the Lingmala waterfall, Chinaman's waterfall and the Dhobi waterfalls. The lovely landscape around the Lake Vena and the wondrous waters are ideal for boating in Mahabaleshwar. The hill resort of Mahabaleshwar has as many as thirty vintage points to enjoy the beauty of nature. The Wilson Point happens to be the highest in Mahabaleshwar. There are special observation towers that are used to enjoy the spectacular views. You must not miss the splendid view of the sunrise from the Wilson Point. Then there is the Babington point that offers panoramic vistas of the Koyna valley and Chinaman's waterfall. Helen's point on the Blue Valley Road is the place to be at to feast your eyes on the fertile fields. Then there is the old-time favorite Bombay point that offers a spectacular view of the sunset besides Pratapgarh and Makrandgarh You may try hearing your echoes clearly at the Echo Point, which, true to its name, echoes the words of the speaker. Connaught peak or the Mount Olympia is favorite spot amongst the riders at come to Mahabaleshwar. You can enjoy the views of the Vena Lake and Krishna Valley from the Connaught peak. Hunter's point approached from Old Mahabaleshwar Road, gives a picture perfect view of the Koyna Valley. Mahabaleshwar - Sites Near By: The twin hill resort town of Panchgani makes an excellent excursion option from Mahabaleshwar. The groves of casuarinas and silver oak line up the hill resort. The hill resort of Panchgani derives its name from the fact that there are five hills that surround it. Panchgani at an altitude of 1334 m attracts several tourists. While at Panchgani you may check out the panoramic views of Krishna Valley, rivers and fields. You must enjoy the spectacular sights from the various viewpoints like the Sidney Point, Parsi Point and the Graves Point. The hill resort also offers other places of tourist interest like the Caves, Devil's kitchen,

Kamlagad fort, Municipal Garden and the Children's park. Panchgani is renowned for its strawberries, blackberries, jams and fruit jellies. Besides being a hill resort Panchgani is educational center too. Panchgani houses several renowned boarding schools. Mahabaleshwar Hill Resort. While holidaying at Mahabaleshwar you may even plan an excursion to the Pratapgad Fort. At a distance of 24 kilometers from Mahabaleshwar the fort stands in testimony to the historic achievements of the great Maratha leader, ShivajDost,its not neccessary .. just get into a bus from PUNE u will reach in 2 hours time get into VOLVO bus full ac .... get down the bus u have to walk up the slope where bus stops get up the slope the hotels start from thgere itself , Hotel RAJESH, and one where the bus stops are very popular and always full .. go up the slope road , u will find lot of hotel budegt and high class , so get room that suits u , want to have food have it there or hire taxi for full day sightseeing , they will squeeze in lunch and snacks some where between , take tour of PANCHGANI, TABLE TOP LAND , SEE THE RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS , SEE THE SCENERY FROM ZTOP AND THAN TEHY WILL TAAKE YOU STARW BERRY GARDEN OF MALAs, AND MAPRO etc, see the starw berry growing , buy various types of rasp berry syrups , starw berry jam and syrups, do not forget to go for boating in the evening near by DAM where huge lake is there ....they will take u to see some high points over big mounatins u will enjoy the ride curvy roads , take u to highest point and u just foregt the world around u ...