Maharashtra Travel Ideas

You may be familiar with camping from doing it as a child, but it is not something reserved for just children. There is no reason why you can't get out there and make new memories if you know how to do it the right way. Read on to learn some tips to do just that. You will get dirty. If you know this ahead of the actual trip, you can prepare for the inevitable and get yourself some extra supplies. Just enjoy and appreciate being free in the wilderness; get stuck in and get messy. When you return home, make sure to stay as organized as possible. Let everyone of your family members have a say on where to go camping. Talk about which state to go to. Choosing one can be really hard in the United States, given how many places there are to go! You can select a few places to have the family vote on to make it easier. Bring a survival kit that you can carry on your person at all times. In your survival kit, be sure you have waterproof matches, a flare gun, a first aid kit, water-purifying t...

Karjat is a city located in the Raigad district near Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is surrounded by the mountain passage of Bhor Ghat, in the Western Ghats. The place is famous for its scenic beauty and its hill station styled environment. Karjat is an upcoming township as CIDCO has been assigned the task of developing it. Karjat provides pristine and scenic beauty found only up north infamous hill stations with beautiful meadows, valleys, cloud covered hills. You can wander around the region with a Karjat map, once you know what to visit. When you travel to Karjat, the places that should be in your must-visit list are Bhor Ghat, Ulhas Valley, Kondheshwar Temple, Bahiri Cave, Nakhind, Chanderi, Bhinashankar, and Peth. Karjat Resorts and Hotels Piccadilly Resorts, located in the countryside, lies on the banks of the Pej River. The resort sports 18 well-furnished rooms, six pool facing, six hilltop, and six Jodhpur tents, which are fully air-conditioned and well equipped and fully furnish...

Rain is enjoyed and welcomed everywhere and by everybody. Children and elders get a chance to enjoy rain showers. The rainy season has great significance in India. As all know, the farmer's livelihood heavily depends on the arrival of rain. In the western part of India, monsoon rain arrives at the beginning of June every year. Alas! This year monsoon showers kept farmers waiting till the second week of July. The amount of rainfall predicted is well short of its average level this time. Due to scanty rainfall, dams and reservoirs have hardly any water left. This situation indicates that it's going to be a hard time ahead to get a good crop. I live in the city area of Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation, and not directly engaged in farming activity. I got to know about actual field conditions when I visited my native place "Harnas" situated in Bhor taluka. When I decided to walk down to "Harnas" from Malwadi bypass, I saw women and elder men working on thei...

Walk the past, exploring the Bedse Caves near Pune in Maharashtra. Dating back to the 1st century BC, The Bedse caves are the real epitome of the architectural masterpiece. They are considered as the ultimate expression of Buddhist art. Reaching the tranquil and beautiful Bedse caves is a pleasant experience in itself. And if you looking for the quiet moment to commune with nature, then you have definitely stepped up to the right destination. Bedse caves are one of the few places that are not much crowed and are must-visit for travelers coming to enjoy the panorama of Pune. Bedse caves can be best reached from Kamshet (Pune). The best time to visit these caves is after the monsoon, most probably soon after the rains. Facing the eastward there are mainly two caves. One of them is the Chaitya cave. Along with it there are a number of other rock-cut beds called viharas. They were actually used by the monks in ancient times to live. Chaitya also knew as the prayer hall needs some more extr...

The "Highest Hill Station in Western India", also called the "Queen of Maharashtra's Hill Stations", Mahabaleshwar is an ideal gateway. Much famous as the "Strawberry Country", Mahabaleshwar is also much famous for the production of mulberries, raspberries, and gooseberries. This wonderful tourist destination which was earlier known as Malcolmpeth is a popular hill resort and honeymoon point and also a great pilgrimage center. It is situated in the Western Ghats and is a part of the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges. Mahabaleshwar is famous for its golden sunrises, misty mornings, majestic mountains, attractive valleys, verdant greenery, scenic pathways, and striking lakes. Long before the Bollywood discovered Switzerland and other European destinations, Mahabaleshwar played a great role in adding to the visual appeal of the many Bollywood movies that often generously used the many stunning locales of Mahabaleshwar. Attractions The sacred Krishna River has its ...

Maharashtra is not only the economic center of the country but there is something more than the state is famous for. These are the beaches that are situated on the Arabian Sea. Maharashtra has a 720-kilometer long coastline that is dotted with many beaches. Some of the best beaches in Maharashtra are: 1.  Dahanu Bordi : This beach is located in the Thane district of Maharashtra and has a calm and serene atmosphere. The beach is known to host many religious events of Parsis. This 17 kilometer stretch of the coastal area is only a 5-minute drive away from Mumbai. The beach is famous for its chikoo orchards that are situated all along the beach. Thus we can have a memorable experience of calm seas with a vast expanse of the coastal area coupled with a cool breeze that flows all the time. 2.  Marine Drive : This beach is located in the heart of Mumbai. The beach is built on land that is reclaimed from the sea in the 1920s. At the end of Marine Drive is Chowpatty Beach that is famo...

Nestled close to the Arabian Sea, the state of Maharashtra located on the western side of India, is known for its tranquility and exceptional beauty. This picturesque land is studded with natural marvels like beaches, hill stations, man-made architectural structures, peaceful temples, churches and rock cut caves. From devout pilgrims to travellers looking out for some sun and sand, Maharashtra offers this and much more. Pawna Lake Camping is amazing location to spend in nature.  Mumbai, the metropolitan city of India, is located in the heart of Maharashtra. Known as a multi-cultural and multi-lingual city, it is home to the world's biggest film and television industry. While cities like Pune and Mumbai showcase people living in the fast lane, there are large areas which have escaped industrialization and still enjoy a quiet and serene lifestyle. Some of the spiritual cities include Shirdi, the abode of Sai Baba and Nashik which organizes the Maha Kumbh Mela. Maharashtra is also fa...

Maharashtra, a mystical and magical land features distinct culture, cuisine and a lifestyle that has caught up as one of the world's urbane metropolises. This is third largest and second most populous Indian state. This is known for famous Hindi movie Industry, fondly called Bollywood situated in Mumbai is no less that its American counterpart, with largest number of films released every year. Maharashtra has a rich spiritual heritage and a host of temples that reflect the belief of people that have been trickling down the generation. Temples that have been standing for hundreds of years are the fusion of north and south Indian architectural patterns. Top reasons to visit Maharashtra India 1. Live and licking Mumbai is a major attraction, with its high pace life that stops for. A Dash of spice, lots of fun in the evening at its picnic spots and chance brush with movie shooting. Mumbai Heritage Walks are amazing.  2. Ajanta and Elora is the world-renowned cave that has the intrigui...