The state of Maharashtra is replete with amazing natural beauty be it the beaches by the vast Arabian Sea, the mesmerizing Sahyadri ranges, deep green lush forests, the konkan coast, quaint little villages nestled in deep valleys, by the sea, cascading waterfalls on the winding ghats, sky touching peaks of the hill stations with stunning panoramic views of the undulating hills and mountains. All this becomes even more magical when the monsoon arrives. The views, mist, clouds, meandering streams, overflowing waterfalls have a loyal following of tourists who wait all year round for a chance to enjoy the rains amidst this unending beauty of nature.
Here are a few of the must-not-miss places for the monsoon-lovers ( in random order )
Amboli, Sindhudurg
Alibag, Raigad
Bhandardara, Ahmedabad
Bhimashankar, Pune
Durshet, Raigad
Dahanu, Palghar
Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri
Harihareshwar, Raigad
Igatpuri, Nashik
Jawhar, Palghar
Kalsubai, Ahmednagar
Kolad, Raigad
Kashid, Raigad
Karnala Fort, Raigad
Kunkeshwar, Sindhudurg
Kamshet, Pune
Khandala, Pune
Lonavala Pune
Lohgad Fort, Pune
Lavasa, Pune
Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Malshej Ghat, Thane
Malvan, Sindhudurg
Murud-Janjira, Raigad
Mulshi Dam, PuneM
Matheran, Raigad
Panchgani, Satara
Panvel, Raigad
Raigad Fort, Raigad
Rajmachi, Pune
Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Shrivardhan, Raigad
Tapola, Satara
Tarkarli Beach, Sindhudurg
Tamhini Ghat, Pune
Torna Fort, Pune
Thoseghar Falls, Satara
Visapur Killa, Pune
The list is an assorted mix of hill stations, beaches, coastal towns, historical forts and numerous waterfalls. Combined with the chilly rain water, spicy corn cobs, and piping hot tea, Monsoon in the state of Maharashtra is absolutely magical to say the least.
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