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Places To Visit In Mahabaleshwar
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat is one of the most popular viewpoints in Mahabaleshwar, located around 13km away. Also known as the Suicide Point, it is popular as the Queen of all points as it offers the most mesmerizing and fascinating view of the dense valleys of Brahma-Arayana and the Savitri river.
Arthur's Seat Point is made up of 6 viewpoints - Arthur's Seat Point, Tiger Sprint Point, Hunter Point, Echo Point, Window Point and Malcolm Point. Arthur's Seat is famous for the floating of light object. This means that if you throw light things like a bottle cap into the valley, it floats back up due to air pressure. It is named as Arthur's Point after Arthur Malet whose wife and daughter drowned in the Savitri River. He used to sit at this point and stare at the river below. Reaching the viewpoint requires a 30-minute trek from the parking lot.
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Arthur's Seat Trek
Chandragad is a hill fort in Maharashtra, while Arthur Seat is a hill point in the Mahabaleshwar range of mountains. These two destinations are often visited together and they make for a thrilling trekking experience.
Chandragad is a small fort. It has a Shiva linga and a small, stone Nandi bull at the top. A few water cisterns and tanks are also present. Arthur Seat point, known famously as the queen of all points, is situated at an elevation of about 4400 feet from the ground. It was named after Sir Arthur Mallet, a British officer. It offers a sumptuous view of the entire Mahabaleshwar range along with the forts of Pratapgad and Chandragad. One can choose to trek either from Chandragad to Arthur Seat point, or in the opposite direction.
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Babington Point
Babington Point in Mahabaleshwar is famous for the splendid view it offers of the Chinaman Waterfall and the densely covered mountain ranges. The point is 1200 metres above sea level and is a favourite amongst trekkers and nature lovers. The Koyna and Solshi Valleys can also be seen from this point. It's proximity from the marketplace make it a frequently visited point in Mahabaleshwar.
Bombay Point
Bombay Point is located alongside Mumbai-Goa highway, and offers enticing views of the sunset. Ideal for afternoon picnic spot, people flock here in groups or as couples to spend some relaxed and enjoyable time, fascinated by all that''s around.
Chinaman's Falls
A visit to Mahabaleshwar is less or more incomplete without witnessing the tantalizing descend of the Chinaman's fall, one of the most significant falls in the state.
The place is named after the Chinese prison located in the vicinity. It serves as a perfect holidaying spot enthralling a bewitching experience.
Shopping in Mahabaleshwar
While in Mahabaleshwar, essentials include the freshest of strawberries and raspberries that the town is known for. Also take home jellies, honey, jams and more.
One can also shop for handicrafts, leather items, Kolhapuri footwear and much more from the Town Bazaar.
Connaught Peak
Connaught Peak is the second-highest peak in the hills is located on the old Mahabaleshwar road offering a winning view of the Venna lake & Krishna valley. The peak was renamed as Connaught after the Duke of Connaught found himself in complete awe and admiration of the area.
You can also visit Elphinstone point and Pandavgad.
Dhobi Waterfall
Dhobi Falls is a group of waterfalls connecting Lodwick and Elphinston point and further join petit road with Old Mahabaleshwar road. Surrounded by greenery and rocks, these are ideal for a surreal experience amidst nature. The waterfall streams down the Koyna river and looks a spectacle with mists and rainbow.
Located 3 km from main Mahabaleshwar town, Dhobi Waterfalls is an ideal picnic spot. A small hike needs to be undertaken to reach the waterfall. It is best visited during the monsoon season.
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Elephant's Head Point
Elephant's Head Point is one of the most picturesque viewpoints in Mahabaleshwar which is famous for the stunning view of the Sahyadri ranges. Also known as Needle's Point, this famous tourist spot is best visited during sunrise and sunset. The Elephant's Point got its name as it resembles the head and trunk of an elephant.
The gap between the elephant's head and the trunk looks like a needlepoint when viewed from far, thus giving it the name Needle Point. Located beyond the Lodwick Point, the Elephant's Head Point turns lush green during the monsoons. People visiting the place can get a panoramic view of the humongous fort of Pratapgarh surrounded by Kova Valley on one side and Savitri Valley on the other side.
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Elphinstone Point
Elphinstone Point is one of the highest viewpoints in Mahabaleshwar. It is famous for the stunning view of Pratapgad Fort, Koyna Valley and the nearby areas. It is also the origin point of the Savitri River.
Disocvered in 1830, Elphinstone Point is named after Mountstuart Elphinstone, the then Governor of Bombay Presidency.
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