People living a hectic life in a metro city like Mumbai & Pune often look for a relaxing retreat away from the city chaos. Lonavala, the ‘Jewel of Sahyadri’ fulfils their desire to explore nature in its purest form. The hill station has serene lakes, lush green valleys, historical caves, rich biodiversity, and many more. The place is beautiful and rejuvenates visitors’ soul with its positive vibes. Lonavala never fails to impress visitors with its spectacular greenery, breezy surroundings and multiple tourist attractions. There are famous places such as Tiger Point, Bhushi Dam, Duke’s Nose, Lohagad Fort, Karla Caves, Rajmachi Fort, Pavana Dam, Della Adventures, Imagica, Bhaja Caves, Sunil’s Wax Museum and more. A day trip to Lonavala is never enough to explore it. When planning to enjoy your holidays in this nature’s paradise, pack your bags for at least two to three days.
The first thing that you must pack with yourself is a happy mindset. Be excited about a lovely vacation with your loved ones in a cosy hill station. Trust us; it is going to be a memorable experience. Wondering from where to start? Let’s check out these five must-visit places in Lonavala.

Best 5 Places To Visit In Lonavala

Tiger Point

Do you have dreamy hill stations vacation in your list? If yes, Lonavala’s Tiger Point is sure to stun you with its windy panoramic hill-top view. It is a cliff top with approx 650 m valley depth. The place is famous for a tiger-like resemblance trying to leap over the valley. And, that’s how this wonderful place got its name. Tiger Point is at the peak of nature’s beauty during the monsoon season when the cliff gets covered with the clouds. The mesmerising view, along with some piping hot bhajiyas, Maggi and chai can set your mood just right. Don’t forget to carry a hoodie when visiting there in monsoon or wintertime. The hill-top gets super windy and cold. You can spend around 1-2 hours admiring the beauty of the entire Lonavala.

Bhushi Dam

When heading to the Tiger Point, you can take a splashy halt at Bhushi Dam. It is situated just before the ghats to the reach Tiger Point hill-top. It is one of the biggest attractions of Lonavala during the monsoon season. The dam gets over-flowed during this time and gives a scenic view of water flowing from the dam stairs. It is a must-visit place in many people’s list during monsoon. And why not? The splashy fun in nature’s paradise is always yes for cheerful souls. You can enjoy seeing the water flow, sit near the stairs (not recommended due to safety concerns), and snack the local bhajiyas, corns with chai. The overall experience is just wonderful. However, avoid weekends to escape the crowd.

Karla Caves

The famous Karla Caves in Lonavala is a blend of rich history and religion amid natural settings. Constructed between the 2nd Century AD to 5th Century AD, the Karla Caves are an amalgamation of ancient Indian Buddhist rock-cut caves with one of the largest prayer halls & stupa, also known as Chaityagrihas. The carvings on the caves are Lord Buddha’s teachings, said to be around 2000 years old. You can see the various carvings and beautiful sculptures of animals such as horse, elephants and different depictions. When in Lonavala, you can plan a fun-filled trek to this wonderful spot. There are around 200 steps which makes this place worth exploring for mesmerising scenery from the top. Enjoy the beauty of these ancient caves with picturesque sculptures and know the rich history behind it.

Rajmachi Fort

If you are a trek lover, then Lonavala is a quick getaway treat for you. The famous Rajmachi Fort is a combination of both peaceful trek experience and a breathtaking landscape view. The fort was built during the 17th century by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. At the peak of Rajmachi, there are two forts, namely Shriranjan Fort and Manaranjan Fort. You can experience the tricky tracks between your journey to ancient beauty. The trek is famous for its mesmerising Sunset View. Fall in love with the dense forest view and breezy hill-top as you explore this historical landmark of ancient India.

Sunil’s Wax Museum

Have you ever dreamt of visiting the world-famous Madame Tussauds one day?
It is exciting to see the waxed versions of your favourite celebrities. Well, you don’t need to wait any longer. When in Lonavala, a visit to India’s first and largest Sunil’s Celebrity Wax Museum can brighten up your day. See Wax Statues of celebrities, politicians, cricketers, pose with them, and enjoy with loved ones. The hard work, skills behind such fine waxwork is worth a watch. And the best part, there’s always some new statues in their collection to pose with. If you have kids with you, don’t skip this wonderful place. Your little one will enjoy the wax museum the most.

And the list goes on! Lonavala is filled with interesting places and picturesque hill-tops. Plan your much-awaited vacation soon, and stay with GrinStays. Our bungalow in nature’s paradise is an ideal place to spend personal, family time.

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