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Shivtharghal
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| Whenever we talk about the era to which Shivaji Maharaj belongs, we cannot forget those ones who were behind the legendary hero. Shahaji Raje, Jijamata and of course, Samarth Ramdas Swami. The place where Ramdas resided after 1649 was a huge cavern, which came to be called as Shivthar Ghal (Ghal means cavern). This was where his famous ”Dasbodha” was written. Adorned by exotic nature, this place is worth visiting.
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Harishchandragad
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| Harishchandragad Fort is famous for its height, its toughness and the famous 'Konkan Kada'. Harishchandra Temple is known to be the pride of the fort. Sant Changdev stayed here for some time and completed his manuscript - 'Tatwasaar'. The Nandi and Shivling in the temple are breathtaking. A cave nearby is always full of very cold water. Harishchandragad Fort is situated in Junnar region near Malshej Ghat.
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Dabhosa Waterfall
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| Dabhosa Waterfall is a seasonal fall in the Thane District of Maharashtra. This 300 ft high waterfall is on Jawhar-Silvassa road, about 18 kms from Jawhar. The fall is at its peak capacity during the rainy season. The entire depth of the fall can only be witnessed from a flat summit near the fall.
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Bhimashankar
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| Bhimashankar is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of India, a pilgrimage place approximately 3500 feet high up in the hills. The area around Bhimashankar is covered with thick dense jungle. The Maharashtra Government has also declared it a Sanctuary. Bhimashankar is a good paradise for nature lovers, trekkers, jungle lovers and bird watchers.
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Chinchoti Falls
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| The Chinchoti Fall is located in the Western line of Mumbai's local route. This waterfalls are generally visited by picnickers through Kaman village on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway. Very few people know the jungle path through Tungareshwar.
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Mahalaxami Ambabai
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| This temple is surrounded by 35 temples. The temple constructed in “Hemadpanthi” Style has five “Kalash” . “Garaud Mandap” where many festivals are celebrated from ages, is attached to this temple.
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Gorakhgad
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| Gorakhgad is a fort that can be done easily in a day, both from Mumbai and Pune. Though not famous for any historical events, Gorakhgad attracts trekkers due to its inviting pinnacles, which offer good opportunities for rock-climbing. This region of Gorakhgad and Machchindragad has a dense forest cover.
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Malshej
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| Malshej ghat is in Pune, Maharashtra. This hill station is known for its special attraction for trekkers, hikers, adventurers, and nature lovers. Malshejghat is at an altitude of 700m above the sea level. Malshejghat is a beautiful hill station with wooded countryside and colourful bird and animal, rugged mountains, historic forts, high-plateau forest houses, resorts and sanctuaries and venerated rivers all around.
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Bhandardara
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| Bhandardara is located at a distance of 70 km from Nashik. It is a small and peaceful area. This hill station is popular for fun loving and picnic lovers.Bhandardara, is situated at an altitude of 750 meters above sea level is gifted with spectacular view. The region offers a unique opportunity for nature based tourism, something desired by those who wish to break-way from the hustle & bustle of city life. Nature lovers & trekkers would be enthralled in a Bhandardara.
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Sinhgad
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| Sinhgad fort, whose earlier name was Kondana or Kondhana, stands 20kms, south-west of Pune. Perched on an isolated cliff of the Bhuleswar range of the Sahyadri Mountains, its height above sea-level is 1380 metres. Given natural protection by its very steep slopes, the walls and bastions were constructed at only key places; it has two gates – the Kalyan Darwaza in the south-east and the Pun Darwaza in the north-east.
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| Kothligad This small fort is situated to the east of Karjat & is one of the famous treks of Karjat area, because of its small height and easy climbing. One can go all around the fort in summer and winter season. The route is very narrow and is very slippery in rainy seasons. |
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