Mahabaleshwar is proudly known as the "Queen of Maharashtra's Hill Stations" and the "Highest Hill Station in the Western India" and also as the "Strawberry Country" as it produces mouthwatering mulberries, raspberries, and gooseberries. Tourists book Mahabaleshwar tour packages to visit this tranquil hill resort and also for worshipping the temples as it is a great pilgrimage center. The beautiful golden sunrises, spellbinding mountains, enchanting mornings and panoramic beauty of the hills and valleys are the greatest attraction of Mahabaleshwar. There is no dearth of places to visit in this paradise but the best ten places include:
Venna Lake: the deep and giant lake is spread over twenty acres of area and is nourished with frequent springs. An ideal place to enjoy with family where you get game and food stalls, boating and fishing opportunity and mini train for children. This handsome lake is draped in flowers and lush greenery.
Mahabaleshwar Temple: Mahabaleshwar is so named for the Mahabali Temple housed near the city. It is an elite temple with picturesque surroundings. The five holy rivers diverge from the temple's surroundings.
Dhobi Waterfalls: The deep Dhobi waterfall that flows into the dense valley to meet the Konya River is an ideal place for picnic and romance. The stunning milieu attracts tourists to spend their day under the shades of this mystic waterfall.
Elephant's Head Point: One of the prized possessions of Mahabaleshwar is the picturesque Elephant's Point whose cliffs replicates an elephant's head and trunk, hence the name.
Robbers Caves: this mysterious point is so named because of the sudden fall that is carved in the form of a cave. Tourist could enjoy boating while breathing in the stunning beauty and the aroma of the strawberries from the farm.
Mapro Farm: this edible farm is the life of foodies. Tourists can gorge into drooling fresh fruit salads and juices, lemonades, strawberry shakes, squashes and ice creams that are freshly prepared in the farm.
Bombay Point: Famously known as the Sunset Point, this large open space point is great for evening picnics and viewing the different shades of the setting sun. Devil's Kitchen: Historians find this place charming as it is believed that Pandavas nestled and cooked food here.
Panchgani: This hilly resort is a land of picturesque locales and natural landscapes and has rich density of charming flora and fauna nestled in its boundaries.
Pratapgad Fort: This fort bears huge historical and architectural significance. Located above the sea level at a distance from Mahabaleshwar, the fort tricks the tourists into believing it as a round topped hill.
Without further adieu book Mahabaleshwar tourism guide today and enter the world of mysteries, natural splendor and historical locales.