Khandala Lonavla

Khandala and Lonavla are twin hill resorts and are immensely popular weekend getaway near Mumbai. They can be reached in just three hours by road from Mumbai. Besides natural beauty, Khandala and Lonavla are famous for the different kinds of chikki, a sweet made of groundnuts and jaggery.

Attractions

Trekking is another popular activity here. There are several tourist destinations such as the Duke’s Nose, the Korigad Fort, and the Tiger’s Leap, the Lohgad, the Karla and Bhaja caves. Both the cities lies at a distance of 5 km from each other and are situated along the Mumbai-Pune Highway at an altitude of 625 metres.
Some of the important places worth sightseeing include the Duke’s Nose which is a cliff resembling the nose of the Duke of Wellington. The place is an excellent viewing point and presents a panoramic view of the surroundings.
The Korigad Fort is another often toured spot and is located at a distance of 3050 feet. The Tiger’s Leap is another such popular viewing point. On viewing the surroundings from this point, an illusion of a tiger leaping across the river appears and hence the name. Lohgad is famous for its waterfalls, an ancient fort and ancient caves.
Khandala and Lonavla experience a salubrious climate throughout the year. While the temperatures are usually around 12 degrees in the winters, they can go up to 36 degrees in the summers. The best time to visit these beautiful destinations is from October to May.

Distance from Mumbai

93 Kms via Mumbai - Pune Expy