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Panchgani,
Maharashtra
Tucked
away in the Satara district of Maharashtra, Panchgani is a well
known hill station of Maharashtra. It derives it's name from the
five hills around it. At an altitude of 1334 mtr, it is just 38
mtr below Mahabaleshwar. These 38 mtr translate themselves into
a breathtaking 18 km approach, offering breathtaking views of the
river Krishna on one side and coastal plains on the other. Taxis
are easily available, though bicycles (and horseback) are recommended
for travelling long distances.
Climate:
Summers:
Temperatures vary from 35 degree celsius.
Winters:
Temperatures vary from 16 degree celsius.
Best
time to visit: September
to May is the best time to visit this hill station.
Accomodations:
- Hotel
Five Hills run by MTDC, is one of the finest hotels in the town.
How
to reach:
Air: Pune
98 km away, is the nearest airport.
Rail: Pune
is also most convenient railhead.
Road: Panchgani
is just 18 km from Mahabaleshwar. Panchgani can be easily approached
by road from Mumbai and Pune. Luxury bus services of MTDC are a
regular feature from Mumbai and Pune.
What
to see:
Some
entertainment: Select a horse from one of the numerous
stables and and wander along uncharted routes through hidden lovers'
lane, to the caves and Kamalgad Fort.
About
nature: Tourists can enjoy a network of nature walks
through the woods, thickly canopied by lush trees and vegetation.
The river Krishna, snakes through tiny hamlets, farms and ravines,
hundreds of metres below. Visit Table Land, a flat mountain
peak and feast your eyes on the coastal plains, looking like miniature
water colours.
Tourists
Info:
- At
Pune, MTDC Tourist Information Counter is just opposite the railway
station's First Class booking office. You can book MTDC long distance
buses and guided city tours, seek advice about other bus services.
- MTDC,
Opp. LIC Bldg., Madame Cama Road, Mumbai.
Tel:2026713, 2027762,2024627
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