Pune, located in Maharashtra and the city of mechanized, automobile industries, IT industries, education, management and training might seem boring this way. Also, this summer is extremely blistering and we know that you have got tired with overload work. But look, stay here, you are missing an extremely mesmerizing side of Pune. We want only a day from you to spend with your family or with your partner in Pune and keep your weakness away. And if you are alone so don’t worry, take a small picnic basket, a book to read and let yourself get lost amidst the beautiful valley & exhilarating freshness of the city. Moreover if you want to visit any historical palace or overnight spots then just pick-up your digi cam and go off for a day trip to Pune. We know you might be little confused where to go, and are certainly looking for places to visit, so don’t worry as we have listed some of the top destinations here
Hill Stations
1. Mahabaleshwar
Special: Vast platue bound by valleys from sides
Height: 4721 ft at its highest peak above sea level.
Location: 120 km southwest of Pune and 285 km from Mumbai.
2. Matheran
Special: Smallest hill station in India famous for dramatic sunset and sunrise.
Location: 90 km from Mumbai and 120 km from Pune.
3. Panchgani
Special: Nestled at the middle of five hills in the Sahydari mountain range.
Location: 285 km from Mumbai & 100 km from Pune.
4. Lonavala
Special: Known for the production of Hard Candy Chikki. Famous for greenery.
Location: 64 km from Pune and 96 km from Mumbai.
5. Khandala
Special: Ease of accessibility from nearby cities thus famous for hiking at the peak of Duke’s Nose.
Location: 81km from Mumbai & 69 km from Pune.
Forts
1. Sinhagad Fort
Special: Also known as Lion’s fort famous for many great battles, most importantly The Battle of Sinhagad.
Location: Situated on a hill rising 1312 metres above sea level.
2. Lohagad Fort
Special: The top of the fort is covered with mist and clouds and gets covered particularly with growing moss.
Location: 52 km from Pune.
Aqua Escapes
1. Mulshi
Special: Major Dam on Mula River in India
Location: 44 km from Pune.
2. Panshet
Special: Also called Tanajisagar Dam on Ambi River.
Location: 50 km southwest of Pune.
3. Alibaug
Special: It’s a delightful coastal town.
Location: 141 km from Pune.
Overnight Spots
1. Bandardara
Special: It’s a beautiful hill station and a holiday resort.
Location: 180 km from Pune.
2. Dajipur
Special: It’s a small village and a wildlife Sanctuary.
Location: 490 km from Mumbai.
