8 Famous Hill Stations in Maharashtra for a perfect Summer Break

Maharashtra is a western state of India. It is often called the ‘Gateway to the Heart of India’. Maharashtra is the third largest state and second most populous state than in India. This state of India is blessed with a picturesque backdrop of the mountains on one side and has the beautiful Konkan coastal belt on the other.

Famous Hill Stations in Maharashtra for a perfect Summer Break:

Lonavala:

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Lonavala is a hill station, placed At an altitude of 2,047 feet from sea level. the place to be during monsoons. It is placed At an altitude of 2,047 feet from sea level. the place to be during monsoons. It is placed At an altitude of 2,047 feet from sea level. the place to be during monsoons. There is a huge number of waterfalls, lakes, and hills around, it is a popular destination for camping, trekking, and other adventure sports. This hill station is spreading over 38 kilometer square of land through its serenity and peaceful atmosphere. It is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra.

Igatpuri:

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Igatpuri is a small beautiful hilly town. It is a popular weekend destination in India. It is a well-known tourist destination, is nestled on Mumbai-Agra highway in the Sahyadri Mountain, 130km away from Mumbai. Igatpuri is a paradise for nature lovers. Igatpuri can be visited throughout the year; The best time to visit Igatpuri is from June to September and November to March. It is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra.

Mahabaleshwar:

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Mahabaleshwar is a pleasant hill station that is situated in the Western Ghats, in Satara district of Maharashtra. It is known for straberries. Apart from its strawberries, Mahabaleshwar is also well known for its numerous rivers, dazzling cascades and magnificent peaks. Mahabaleshwar is also referred to a sacred pilgrimage place for Hindus. The Krishna river originates from here. It was once a summer capital of the British, the hill station of Mahabaleshwar comprises of ancient temples, boarding schools, manicured and lush green dense forest, waterfalls, hills, valleys. It is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra.

Lavasa:

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Lavasa is known as the newest hill station in India. The Lavasa Corporation is building this private city. The city is a beautiful project. It is based on the Italian town Portofino. This city is spreading across 7 hills, an area of 25000 acres. Lavasa is a perfect mixture of beauty and infrastructure. Lavasa is a privately planned hill city, which is nestled near Pune in Maharashtra.  It is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra.

Panchgani:

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Panchgani, Maharashtra, is a well-known hill station near Mahabaleshwar. It is famous for its beautiful view of sunset and sunrise and various points of sunrise and sunset, and scenic valley view. Panchgani is situated at an altitude of 1,334 mts above the sea level. Panchgani is also called as Paachgani. It is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra.

This hill station got its name as the five hills that form the Sahyadri mountain ranges. The picturesque background of hills on one side and coastal plains on the other makes for a stunning view. Apart from the verdant green valleys, and soothing environment, the red, juicy strawberries are a major attraction of Panchgani. For its strawberries this hill station is also known as the ‘Strawberry Garden of India’. The farms of Panchgani are full of beautiful views of delightful berries, especially during the month of February and March.

Chikhaldara:

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The scent of coffee delights you as you enter the hilly city of Chikhaldara in Maharashtra. Chikhaldara is the only coffee growing area in this region. Chikhaldara is filled with beautiful lakes, breathtaking panoramic viewpoints and exotic wildlife. This hill station is situated at an altitude of 1118 m. Chikhaldara is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra for a perfect summer trip. It has a huge number of attractions. It is mostly one of the best places to visit in Maharashtra.

Bhandardara:

Bhandardara is amongst the famous hill stations in Maharashtra. This hill station is situated in the Sahyadri ranges of Maharashtra. It is nestled in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. It is just 117 km. from Mumbai. This little hilly village is filled with so many attractions coupled with the serenity of the nature. It makes for an serene and adventurous holiday trip to run away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

Khandala:

Khandala is one of the famous hill stations in Maharashtra. It is nestled on the foothills of Sahyadri in the Western Ghats. The natural beauty of Khandala blooms and reveals a magical charm especially during the monsoons. Its dazzling waterfalls and glittering lakes attributes to the majestic look. The Mumbai-Pune expressway passes through Khandala. Due to this easy accessibility, this hill station is a popular hiking spot from nearby cities. The Duke’s Nose and Karla Hills are the two popular spots for rock climbing. 

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