Mumbai hill stations, tourist places nearby Mumbai

Mumbai is one of the most important places in India and it is the commercial and business hub of India. It is also the capital of Maharashtra and the most populous city in India. The city is a group of seven islands that are connected together. It boasts of a natural sea harbor that accounts for the country’s 70% maritime trade. It gets its name from the Koli Goddess Mumbadevi and it is still worshipped across India. There are various Mumbai hill stations that attract a large number of tourists and people from the city also visit them during the weekends and to get a respite from the city’s humid and sultry weather. Mumbai is in all ways a mega-city driven by power, wealth, glamour and fame which attracts people to give shape to their dreams and aspirations.

One of the main Mumbai hill stations and attraction of Mumbai is Khandala which is located on the road between the Deccan Plateau and the Konkan plains. The major road between Mumbai and Pune, Mumbai-Pune Expressway also passes through Khandala. It is also a popular weekend destination for people of both Mumbai and Pune. The major attractions in this place are       Tiger’s Leap, Amrutanjan Point, Duke’s Nose, Bhaja Caves and Bhushi Lake.

Tourist Attraction Places in Khandala
Tiger’s Leap Tiger’s Leap also known as Tiger’s Point is a cliff-top with a sheer drop of over 650 m, giving an extensive view. Buses are available up to INS Shivaji and the remaining distance of about 1.6 km has to be covered on foot.
	Amrutanjan Point Amrutanjan point is yet another point located high up in Khandala. It provides excellent view of the places nearby. The point is a well suited location for an enormous sight of the valley as well as the Duke’s Nose.
Duke’s Nose  Duke’s Nose stands 12 km from Lonavla, clearly visible from the highway while driving towards Mumbai. This landmark in Khandala is popular with hikers.
	Bhaja Caves Bhaja Caves date back to the 2nd century B.C and are one of the finest examples of rock temples by the Hinayana sect in India.
Bhushi Lake Bhushi Lake situated in Khandala is the ideal spot for all those who wish to relax in the lap of Mother Nature. Its serene and tranquil surroundings and crystal clear water provides immense opportunities for the tourists to rest in peace.

Lonavla

is another Mumbai hill stations that is quite popular. It is located in Pune district and quite close to both Mumbai and Pune. It is famous across India for the hard candy sweet known as chikki. It is a great place to visit during the monsoon season as the hill station turns full of greenery during that season. The main places of interest here are Rajmachi Point, Ryewood Park & Shivaji Udyan, Valvan Dam, Lonavla Lake, I.N.S. Shivaji, Lohagad Fort, Lion’s Point, Shooting Point and Wax Museum.

Looking for a Weekend trip near Mumbai? I suggest you one of the most beautiful tourist places nearby Mumbai is Matheran. It is a hill station in the   municipal council in Raigad district. It is famous for being the smallest hill station in India. Matheran is just 90 km from Mumbai and 120 km from Pune. This place does not allow any vehicles and this makes it extremely peaceful. The main attractions here include Panorama Point, Louisa Point, One Tree Hill Point, Hart Point, Monkey Point, Porcupine Point and Rambagh Point.

Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar is a hill station that is 260 Kms from Mumbai. It is located in western Ghat range of India. If you have time for 2 days in Mumbai you can plan for Mahabaleshwar. I am sure your trip will be value for money. Here in Mahabaleshwar you can visit Pratapgad Fort. Mahableshwar is famous for fresh farming strawberry, you can buy pure honey and many natural herbs. That is why it is a famous tourist place nearby Mumbai.