Khandala - Places to Visit
Khandala Tourist Places
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Shivaji Park
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Park
Shivaji Park was converted into a garden from a playground in 1956. Once a playground, the park is also home to a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji. Within the beauty of the park, tourists can relax and enjoy a family picnic.
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Visapur Fort
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Visapur Fort has a huge plateau surrounding it. Located to the east of Lohagad Fort, it is famous for its protective walls and intricate designs. In the forest at the centre of the fort lies the guards' residences in ruins. A gun turret made of copper lies to the right side of the fort....
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Lohagad Fort
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Lohagad Fort lies at an elevation of 1,052 m. One of the many hill forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji, the fort divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavana. Situated on a side range of the Sahyadris, the fort is guarded by four large gates. On the eastern side of this fort lies the Visapur Fort....
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Bhaja Caves
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Cave
- Entry: Paid
Bhaja Caves are a set of rock-cut caves that are counted among the oldest of early Buddhist rock temple art in India. Comprising a group of 22 rock-cut caves, these date from around the 2nd century BC. Historians believe that the caves belong to 200 BC; and hence, are regarded to be from the time...
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Karla and Bhaja Caves
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Cave
- Entry: Paid
The
Karla, Bhaja and Bhedsa
Cave temples are perfect
examples of the early phase of Buddhist architecture known as the Hinayana
phase, wherein, the Buddha was represented symbolically. The characteristic
features of these early temples were two establishments, each self-contained
and...
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Reversing Station
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Hill
Reversing Station enables tourists to enjoy a beautiful view of the surroundings and the shine of lights from the distant Khopoli Town. This unused and secluded site was once used by the railway department. Near the station, tourists can find an advertisement hoarding of Amrutanjan that lies...
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Tungarli Lake
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Lake
Tungarli Lake is the major source of water supply for Lonavala. An artificial reservoir, it has been built across the Tungarli Lake. Located near Rajmachi, the area surrounding the lake is a famous weekend picnic spot. From the Tungarli Village, in which the lake is situated, tourists can get an...
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Rajmachi Fort
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Rajmachi Fort is located mid-way between Khandala and Lonavala. To reach the fort, tourists can follow a trekking trail from Tungarli Lake. Standing on Shrivardhan and Manaranjan Peaks, the fort overlooks the highway from Khopoli Town to Khandala-Lonavala Junction. Known as Borghat, this path was...
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Monkey Hill
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Hill
Monkey Hill is the spot, where trains arriving from Khandala halt for brake testing. The site can be reached from both Khopoli Town as well as Reversing Station. Located above Khopoli Town.,
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Valvan Dam
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Lake
Valvan Dam provides water to the nearby Khopoli Power Plant. Constructed to provide hydroelectric power on the Indrayani River and Valvan Lake, the dam is home to a beautiful garden with vast expanse of landscaped plains. Built across the Kundali River, the dam supplies water to the Khopoli Power...
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Ryewood Park
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Park
Ryewood Park has ample space with greenish lawns and playing grounds for children. The park is home to numerous varieties of trees, which are believed to be decades old. Once a botanical garden, the area today functions as a park. The park is thronged by tourists wishing to enjoy a relaxing...
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Shooting Point
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: View point
Shooting Point is frequented by tourists wishing to catch an aerial view of the Rajmachi Fort and the valley below. Located in the town of Khandala (Bazaar Peth), the site is also home to St. Mary's Villa.
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Bushy Dam
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Dam
Located about 6 km outside Lonavala, Bushy Dam is one of the most
popular tourist spots in the state of Maharashtra.
This
small dam nestled in the forests attracts a large number of people all year
round and more so in the monsoon months. During monsoons, the water running
over the...
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Lonavala Lake
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Lake
Lonavala Lake is located at a distance of 1.5 km from the city. Known as the Monsoon Lake, the lake gets dried up during the winters and gets filled with water during monsoons. Built around 1876, the lake and the adjoining area are popular picnic spots. Indrayani River is the source of water for...
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Bedsa Caves
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Cave
- Entry: Paid
Bedsa Caves is situated near Kamshet, between Kadde and Bedsa. Known for their pillars that are adorned with the image of lions, these are considered to be among the oldest caves in Maharashtra. Dating from 60 BC and consisting of two caves, these can be reached through a number of steps lying on...
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Amrutanjan Point
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: View point
Amrutanjan Point is located just at the start of the Khandala Ghat. By standing at the viewpoint, tourists can avail aerial views of the Duke's Nose as well as the town of Khopoli. End of the first hill bears a sign mentioning the start of Amrutanjan. Amidst the beautiful valley located below...
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Celebrity Wax Museum
Rank 17
Ranked 17 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Celebrity Wax Museum was founded by Sunil Kandaloor, a 38-year-old wax artist from Kerala. Located at a distance of 5 km from the destination in Lonavala, the museum was inaugurated by minister Ramesh Shendge. At the museum, tourists can view wax images of Rajiv Gandhi, Benazir Bhutto, Michael...
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Shivlinga
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Mountain
Shivlinga is encountered on way to Tiger's Leap. 'Swayambhu', as it is often called, the mountain resembles a shivlinga. From the site, tourists can get an aerial view of the deep valleys around Tiger's Leap and the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges. At the snack shop located at the site,...
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Shingroba Temple
Rank 19
Ranked 19 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Temple
The old Shingroba Temple was built in 1929 AD and is located between Khopoli and Khandala. It is located at a steep bend and most of the vehicles stop here for a quick darshan of the Lord.
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Bhushi Lake
Rank 20
Ranked 20 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Lake
Bhushi Lake is located at a distance of 5 km from Lonavala. A popular picnic spot, the lake can be reached by availing buses running on the INS Shivaji Road. Beside the dam lies a beautiful waterfall that is also a popular picnic spot. Area around the lake also contains many shops selling rubber...
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Rajmachi Park
Rank 21
Ranked 21 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Park
Rajmachi Park is located on the way to Mumbai from Lonavala. Distance between Lonavala and Khandala is 5 km. Sitting at the start of the Khandala Ghat, the park area also comprises a restaurant and a temple. There are two towers of Rajmachi Fort on the eastern side of the park. From the park,...
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Korigad Fort
Rank 22
Ranked 22 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Korigad Fort saw many years of battle between the Marathas and the British. Built by Chhatrapati Shivaji in 1657, the fort is situated in Korigad. Sitting at an altitude of about 3,049 ft, the fort offers the visitors some beautiful views of surrounding areas.
At the bottom of the fort,...
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Shrivardhan Fort
Rank 23
Ranked 23 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Shrivardhan Fort is located in Rajmachi Village, which lies in the Sahyadri Mountain Ranges. One of the two hill forts that constitute the Rajmachi fortification, the fort has an elevation of 900 mt. Once used as a watchtower for the Sahyadri Region, the fort lies to the east of Rajmachi. An old...
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Lohagad Darshan
Rank 24
Ranked 24 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Garden
Lohagad Darshan is a garden in Bhangarwadi. In this small park, there is also a statue of Veer Savarkar. Having bounty of toys, it is frequented by tourists visiting the destination with their kids. The garden is home to tall grassy lands and lush vegetation.
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Sakur Plateau
Rank 25
Ranked 25 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Hill
Sakur Plateau is located at a distance of 4 km from Khandala. Situated at an elevation of 1,000 ft, the site is encountered while travelling from INS Shivaji to Ambavane Village. In the vicinity of the site are also located Korigad, Lohagad and Tunga Forts. Being sparsely populated, the site has...
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Tunga Fort
Rank 26
Ranked 26 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Tunga Fort is enveloped by the region that also contains Pavana Lake. An old Hindu Mahadeo Temple is also located within the fort complex. Known as ‘Kathingad’, the fort is difficult to climb. Sitting at a height of 1,075 m, the fort was ruled by Marathas. To reach the site, tourists...
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Kune Waterfalls
Rank 27
Ranked 27 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Water Fall
Kune Waterfalls is the 14th highest waterfall in India. Located centrally within the Lonavala-Khandala valley, it is a three tiered waterfall. Having a total height of 200 m, it is surrounded by lush green vegetation. A popular picnic spot, the waterfall is divided into 2 sections, with every...
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Tigers Leap
Rank 28
Ranked 28 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: View point
Tiger's Leap is located at an elevation of 650 m. From this cliff-top that provides a sheer drop, tourists can enjoy view of the valley situated below. Named because of its appearance like a tiger leaping into the valley, it is also popularly known as 'Vagdari'. At the site, tourists...
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Manoranjan Fort
Rank 29
Ranked 29 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Fort
Manoranjan Fort can be reached by walking on a road from behind the Bhairavnath Temple. At the complex of the fort, tourists can view ammunition depots and the watchmen houses. Within the fort, tourists can also find a square lake that is filled with water all the year round. The fort is divided...
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Pavana Lake
Rank 30
Ranked 30 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: Lake
Pavana Lake has been formed by the Pavana Dam built across the Pavana River. An artificial lake, it enables tourists to enjoy a view of Tunga, Lohagad and Tikona Forts. Located at Kamshet, the lake is a popular picnic spot. At the lake, tourists can also become a part of adventurous activities...
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Lion's Point
Rank 31
Ranked 31 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: View point
Lion's Point is a cliff that is located midway between Bhushi Dam and Amby Valley. Located in the Sahyadri Ranges at a distance of 20 to 30 km from the Amby Valley Project of Sahara Group, the site offers an aerial view of Bhushi Dam. After climbing the cliff, tourists can also get an aerial...
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Duke's Nose
Rank 32
Ranked 32 of 32Places to Visit in Khandala
- Type: View point
Duke’s Nose is named after the Duke of Wellington, owing to its resemblance to his nose. The valley has a sharp resemblance with the pointed nose of the duke in a reclining position. From this popular viewpoint, tourists can avail view of the surrounding mountains, valleys and forests....
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