Khandala

Khandala: The Hiker's Paradise

Lauded as one of the prime hill stations in Maharashtra, Khandala is peacefully perched on the top of Bhor Ghat. Known for every hiker's paradise, Khandala has several tourist destinations. Bedsa Caves, for example, located in the Khamset region are known for their lion adorned pillars. Several spacious and majestic rooms are also carved within the Chaitya Hall. The tourism department of Maharashtra has played an important role in preserving these caves. The Kalra and the Bhaja caves are also included in the list. Khandala also reveals the majestic past of Chatrapati Shivaji with the construction of the Lohgad Fort. The other majestic architecture includes the Rajmachi Fort, located mid way from Khandala and Lonavala.

Tourists from all over the world also come to admire the beauty of Kune Falls in Khandala. Embroidered with lush green landscapes and salubrious panoramas, the Kune Falls have also developed as a local picnic spot. Those who are wishing to shun away the hustle and bustle of city life can relax at the Bhushi Lake. One can also devour a breathtakingly beautiful scene of the Bhor Ghat from the top of Amrutanjan Point. In a nutshell, Khandala is definitely a highly prized possession in Maharashtra tourism.