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Bedsa Caves

Located slightly far from Kamshet, Bhedsa Caves is a group of rock-cut Buddhist monuments dating back to 60 BC. Also known as Bedse Caves, it is one of the oldest caves of Maharashtra tracing back to the Satvahana period. Known for their beautiful, exquisite carvings, the caves contain four 25 feet high pillars. The main cave called the 'Chaitya' has a prayer hall that enshrines a magnificent stupa. The other cave is the vihara or the monastery. It is best to visit Bedsa Caves early morning as both caves face eastward. Read More

The cave is located on the high rocks of Kamshet and is known for animal sacrificing that still takes place here. The cave has some utensils, and it is believed that anyone who tries to steal them will be punished by God of Bhairi and would be thrown into the adjacent valley. The place can be reached by climbing the steps that lead to the caves though the trek is rough, challenging and tricky and can be dangerous.

There aren't any options for shopping here except the handful of local markets carrying the everyday items.

Constructed using stones, the temple represents an ancient Hemadpanti style of architecture. The rocky terrain makes it a rough climb up to the temple and therefore monsoon visits are not advisable. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva with several other shrines in the vicinity. Shri Khateshwar Maharaj Samadhi, a pond and a waterfall are also located in the premises.

Paragliding

Kamshet is one of the top spots in India to experience the feel of paragliding in its entirety. With much experienced gliding schools and trainers, Kamshet is that hub for parasailing where you can safely indulge in the sport and make it one of the most redefining experiences of your life. Kamshet provides paragliding opportunities for all kind of people, including paragliding schools for beginners and those who want to learn the sport properly. Nirvana adventures is the most popular group here which organizes and runs programs for paragliding. There are a few other adventure activities like rock climbing and water sports which are organized here. There are a few paragliding spots here including Shinde Wadi Hills, Kondeshwar Cliff, Tower Hill and Shelar. Read More

With visitors and tourists flocking to Lonavala for morning treks and campsites, Pawana Lake is somewhat aloof, about 20 kilometres from the Lonavala Railway Station. The sheer size of the lake along with the surroundings make for an awesome sight as it imposes itself like a canvas painting in your eyes. A camper's paradise is what it is, surrounded by high towering hills and blessed with an all year round pleasant climate rendering it a lovely getaway location. Formed due to the construction of the Pawana Dam in the west across the Pawana River which originates in the Western Ghats, the water reservoir created by the earth fill gravity dam has a capacity of 0.24km3, serving as the primary source of water to the Pimpri-Chinchwad (Navi Pune) area. The stunning landscape is covered with a green carpet and includes historically important forts such as Lohagad Fort, Tikona Fort, Tung Fort and Visapur Fort. The mighty fortifications date back hundreds of centuries and are a testament to the area's strategic significance. Pawana Lake's geographical location in the Western Ghats makes it a natural hotspot for flora and fauna.The artificial lake has carved out a piece of nature's artwork - pretty sunsets, clean air, green pastures and lofty hills. Its proximity to Mumbai, Lonavala and especially Pune make it an ideal weekend getaway destination for families and people who look forward to spending their time wisely in a calm and rejuvenating manner. Pawana Lake and its surroundings are beautiful, unexplored and offer great opportunities to spend a one on one time with nature. Read More

Shinde wadi hills is a paragliding take off point. This spot is ideal for the paragliding beginners as the take off height is just about 100 to 200 feet above the ground level. Madhavrao Shinde's soldiers are believed to have ambushed and fire from the hilltop of Shinde wadi during the battle against British.