Lonavala

Lonavala

Things to do - general

 

Escape in the serene wilderness of forests, caves, lakes, valleys and hills of Lonavala. The jewel of Sahyadri is located at an altitude of 2,047 feet above from the sea level. It is one of the oldest hill stations, which is quite a popular holiday spot for many tourists. The word Lonavala literally translates into the land of caves. It is surrounded by many caves that manifest the intricacy of ancient Indian artistry. Lonavala is known for its scenic points like tiger point, shooting point, duke’s nose, etc, offering a picturesque depth of the mountains. Rains rejuvenate the beauty of this place, by enveloping this place with lush hues of Green. This is an ideal weekend getaway spot for many people.

Country India
Languages spokenMarathi
Currency usedRupees
Area (km2)Mumbai to Lonavala distance is 82 km

Sports & nature

This location has much to offer to the visitors than just a chikki. There are various places which one can visit during their trip to Lonavala. Nature's bounty can be felt on your visit to a Bushy dam, which is quite popular amongst the tourists. Situated in the hilly terrains and encircled by a green blanket, this is one of the picturesque spots of Lonavala. If ornithology is your nursed hobby, then Lonavala Lake offers you an opportunity to observe distinct species of birds. Along with scenic surroundings, this place is an abode to many exotic birds. Rajmachi wildlife sanctuary is a delight for all the nature lovers and wildlife photographers. Other than this, famous points like tiger point, shooting point, Lion point and Rajmachi point are tourist attractions. Trekking and Hiking are the most pursued adventure sports at Lonavala. Places like Lohagad, Tikon fort, Visapur Fort, and Duke's point are occupied by many hikers and trekkers during the weekend. These hilly lush landscapes offer the view of the splendor of scenic valleys.