Maharashtra is a travellers' heaven, for it offers everything from a long coastline, cool mountain ranges , winding ghats , rich lush dense forests, majestic rivers , massive plains and gorgeous plateaus.
It's tourist itinerary consists of pilgrimage centers , historical monuments , forts , palaces , caves , modern cosmopolitan cities to explore, national parks , wild life sanctuaries, national parks , and beautiful, picturesque , cool hill-stations full of old world charm of colonial grandeur and architecture.
The Sahyadri mountain range ( a UNESCO heritage ) ,running parallel to the western coast line is a boon for the State, not only ecologically but for the purpose of economy as well, as it provides the perfect geographical conditions vis a vis the weather, climate , elevation , natural beauty comprising of lush dense forests , rich flora and fauna , perennial flowing rivers like the Krishna and Godavari, high hills , deep valleys , grand canyons, high peaks , massive lakes and dams , high-falling seasonal waterfalls for tourism.
There is something for every kind of tourist…... National parks , forest reserves, wild life sanctuaries, bird sanctuaries, quaint villages and towns , well developed, modern, yet culturally and ecologically protected hill stations that provide both a comfortable and modern stay along with an old world-charm from the colonial times.
So one gets all the modern technology and amenities for one's comfort and convenience while at the same time enjoying the old-world charm of the historical architectural monuments , colonial buildings , hill forts, ancient temples, quaint little local bazaars, seasonal fresh fruits, authentic cuisine , handicrafts and souvenirs, local products ranging from hand-made shoes, chappals,wooden idols showpieces,leather products, traditional clothes and jewellery.
So go for a nature trek , visit the forts, enjoy the breezes by the lakes, go for bird - watching , wildlife safaris, adventure sports , boat rides, star-gazing, kayaking, paragliding, camping ,or enjoy a relaxed 5-star hotel and resort stay, learn the history of the tourist spots , go for a full-day trips or darshans arranged by the tourism dept or the private hotels, gorge on the variety of cuisine ranging from the local to the international, shop to your heart's content , collect souvenirs and gifts.
All the hill stations compiled in the following list , are a perfect destination for all types of tourists ; families, honeymooners, friends ,the solo traveller, history lovers , nature buffs, adventure junkies. There is something for everyone.
So, get set and go for it !!
Hill Stations in Maharashtra
Amboli
Source - sindhudurg.nic.in
Bhandardara
Bhimashankar
Chikhaldara
Durshet
Gagan Bavda
Igatpuri
Jawhar
Khandala
Kamshet
Karjat
Koroli
Lonavala
Source - wikipedia
Lavasa
Source - raigad.gov.in
Mahabaleshwar
Malshej Ghat
Panhala
Rajmachi
Sawantwadi
Suryamal
Satara
Toranmal
Tamhini Ghat
Wai
Source - Wikipedia
Generally , accommodation includes boarding lodges, budget - hotels, 2 star to 5 star hotels, private bungalows, condos , cottages , rooms for rent and MTDC resorts among others.
( Most require advance bookings. )
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