Malshej Ghat
About Malshej Ghat
Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range in the Thane-Pune Road of Maharashtra, India. The site is nestled in the lofty rugged hills of the Western Ghats.
Malshej Falls
Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range in the Pune district of Maharashtra. The site is nestled in the lofty rugged hills of the Western Ghats with spectacular views of valleys and mountains all around. In the monsoon, the hills are dotted with shimmering waterfalls that invite you to stop and partake in the cool mountain waters.
Harishchandragad Fort
Harishchandragad is a hill fort in the Ahmednagar district of India. Its history is linked with that of Malshej Ghat, kothale village and it has played a major role in guarding and controlling the surrounding region. The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana, and Skandapurana include many references for Harishchandragad.
Konkan Kada
This cliff faces west and looks down upon the Konkan. It provides views of the surrounding region. The cliff has an overhang but has been climbed many times. Sometimes a circular rainbow can be seen from this point. It can be seen only when there is a bit of mist in the valley, and the sun is right behind the person facing the valley.
Pimpalgaon Joga Dam
Pimpalgaon Joge Dam is an earth-fill dam on a tributary of Kukadi River near Junnar, Pune district in the state of Maharashtra.
Ajoba Falls
Popular amongst hikers and climbers this hill offers rock climbing and trekking opportunities which all them to take in gorgeous.
Harishchandreshwar Mandir
Harishchandreshwar Mandir is a marvelous example of the fine art of carving sculptures out of stones that prevailed in ancient India. It is about 16 meters high from its base. Around this temple there a few caves and ancient water tanks. The river Mangal Ganga is said to originate from one of the tanks located close to the temple.
Sindola Fort
Sindola fort is a small fort. Ruins of bastions and a couple of water cisterns and idols of Ganesh are present on top. The construction is believed as old as its neighbors Hadasar and Nimgiri around the 5th century.
Lenyadri Girijatmaja Temple
Lenyadri, sometimes called Ganesa Lena, represents a series of about 30 rock-cut Buddhist caves, located about 5km north of Junnar in Pune district in the Indian state of Maharashtra.
Best Time To Visit Malshej Ghat
In Malshej Ghat temperatures rarely soar to intolerable highs during summer in Malshej Ghat. Winters are cold and foggy and the breathtaking views often remain hidden. But this is also the best time for hikers and trekkers and adventure enthusiasts. The best time to visit Malshej Ghat is the rainy months of August and September. Since it is a mountain pass there is not much fear of landslides. The lush green hills come alive at this time and the flora and fauna are all at their best. Since this is also the peak tourist season, it is advisable to get your accommodation booked well in advance. Malshej Ghat is around the year destination and it is a popular getaway during the summer months.
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