MAHABALESHWAR HILLS
Mahabaleshwar City in India Mahabaleshwar is a hill station in India's forested Western Ghats range, south of Mumbai. It features several elevated viewing points, such as Arthur’s Seat. West of here is centuries-old Pratapgad Fort, perched atop a mountain spur. East, Lingmala Waterfall tumbles off a sheer cliff. Colorful boats dot Venna Lake, while 5 rivers meet at Panch Ganga Temple to the north. BEST TIME TO VISIT : ANY TIME (PLEASANT THROUGH OUT THE YEAR) Elevation : 1,353 m Area : 137.2 km² Weather : 21°C, Wind W at 14 km/h, 81% Humidity Population : 12,737 (2011) Local time : Monday 2:31 PM PLACES TO VISIT Venna Lake The Venna Lake is situated around 2 km from the ST bus stand and is among the most popular tourist places in Mahabaleshwar. The lake is 2.5 km long and is encircled by trees on all sides. Tourists can enjoy activities like fishing and boating at the lake, they can even do a little horse riding. There are a few small eateries and straw...