Bhandardara, Maharastra, India

Popular For: Trekking, Waterfalls, Picnic Spot


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A picturesque amazing, but a less recognizing point near to Mumbai, Bhandardara is a place full fill of admirable natural sightseeings and a mind blowing wonderful peaceful ambient. With excessive hills on the background and surrounding lush beauty, Bhandardara emanates acolorful harmony is also a home to disparate flora and fauna. A variety of travel attractions awaited for the travellers with a comfortable, calming lake, enclosed in the grasp of dam, waterfalls, forts, valley and so more.

How to Reach Bhandardara

By Train

The closest nearest railway station to travel Bhandardara is Igatpuri, which is situated at far approximately 45 kms from Igatpuri. Igatpuri station is situated on the Mumbai-Nashik rail route.

By Road

Turn right after passing the Ghoti toll post on the NH 3 from Mumbai. The road ahead of Ghoti has few turns and curves in the remaining 30 kms distanced.

Attractions in Bhandardara

Ratangad Fort

Overthrow by Maharaj Chhatrapati Shivaji, Ratangad Fort is one of the great attraction point in Bhandardara. This fort, at the part from its picturesque structure, is likewise famous foramongst trek lovers. The scenic views from the fort are simply breathtaking. At the top of the fort, there are two caves and there is a natural opening to the fort.

Bhandardara Lake

The Lake is also famous by as Lake Aurthur Hill. This lake is construced by the dammed-up water of the River Pravara. As the lake is located in the between of heavy dense green forest, the lake is a desired-after travelpoint for nature lovers. Built in 1910, Bhandardara Lake is 34 km long and serves as a reservoir for Wilson Dam. Randha Falls are the bourn creek of 45 m that rush down from the lake.

Mt Kalsubai

Mt Kalsubai (1646 m) is the greatest peak in the Sahyadri range. This mountain was used as a tower by Maratha Rulers to see the movement of enemies and thieves. This mountain likewise to provides ideal model destination to take amusement in trekking. There is a small temple on the top of the mountain. From the mountain’s top, the views of the surrounding leave the travellers spellbound. After monsoon heavy rains, this region is fullfill with the different variety of flowers. A religious fair in the winter months of October and November is fomulated by locals.

Randha Falls

Randha Falls is a creek of Bhandardara Lake and is exalted for its height of 45 m. The water from the falls is used for the production hydro-electrical power. The heart getting views of this waterfalls forgets the travellers spellbound.

Umbrella Falls

Monsoon is the great time to relish the unforgotable beauty of the Umbrella Falls. During the monsoon rain the water level is got higher and by this effect, the falls are a treat to watch. This water from the falls is also used for the production of hydro-electric power.

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