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Mahurgad
(District Nanded)
Mahur(Mahurgad),
is a well known religious place and a birth place of Lord Dattatray,
which is visited by thousands of devotees and pilgrims throughout
the year. The ancient Mahurgad Fort constructed in the
12th century, is just two and a half kms. from the place. There
are many temples in Mahur like Anusuya temple, Kalika
Temple. The most important one is the temple of Renuka Devi,
which has a special place in the Hindu pilgrimage. A big fare
is held here every year on the occasion of Vijaya Dashmi (Dussehra).
Getting
There
By
Air
Nearest Airport is Nagpur, 200 kms.
By
Road
Mumbai - Ahmednagar - Paithan - Jalan - Washim - Pusad - Mahur,
717 kms. Mahurgad - Kinwat, 50 kms.
By
Rail
The nearest railhead is Kinwat, 50 kms. but Nanded is 126 ks.
is the more convenient railhead on South Central railway.
Accommodation
6
bed Dormitory (5 Blocks), self - contained blocks (2) and restaurant.
Checkout
Time: 12.00 noon.
Reservation:
Mahurgad
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Malshej
Ghat
(Post. khubi via Otur, District Pune - 412 409. Telephone (Mumbai)
2042583/2831118.
Malsej
Ghat holds special value for hikers, trekkers and adventure
lovers. It is nature at its best. No Wonder then, that the most
exotic migratory flamingoes choose it as their monsoon abode.
Close at hand is Shivneri Fort (approx 40 kms.)., birthplace
of the legendary Shivaji. This unusual hill has Buddhist caves
dating to the 3rd century and is surmounted by an important
historic fort.
Getting
There
By
Air
Nearest airport is Mumbai, 154 kms.
By
Rail
Nearest railhead is Kalyan.
By
Road
Mumbai - Malsej Ghat, 154 kms. via Murbad. Pune - Malsej Ghat
via Alephanta, 164 kms. Alephanta Malsej Ghat, 39 kms.
Accommodation
Self
contained rooms (17 blocks).
Checkout
Time: 12.00 noon.
Reservation:
Mumbai.
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Murud
- Harnai Fort
(Tal. Dapoli, District Ratnagiri - 415 713 . Telephone (02358-33370)
Mumbai - 8731869/ 8729838)
South
of old harnai Fort, the palm-fringed beach of Murud is famous
for its clean, white sands and safe waters. Visit the Goa
Killa or Harnai Fort, which is built on different
levels. See Panhale Kazi, the famous rock-cut monument,
30 kms. From Murud-Harnai. Stay in MTDC's luxurious tents. And
definitely sample the local Konkan cuisine.
Getting
There
By
Air
Nearest airport is Mumbai.
By
Rail
Nearest railhead id Khed, 45 kms.
By
Road
Mumbai - Murud - Harnai, 247 kms. Via Panvel - Pen - Lonere
Phata - Dapoli
State
Transport buses ply from Mumbai, Pune, Mahad to Murad - Harnai.
Accommodation
1/2/4/6
bed self contained rooms are family huts available.
Checkout
Time: 12.00 noon.
Reservation:
Mumbai & Harnai.
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Murud
- Janjira
(District Raigad - 413 510. Telephone (021447) 4078. Mumbai
telephone 6174517, 6174518, 6174519).
Here
you shall discover the charms of an island fortress. The beach
is clear and wide, fringed with palm trees. The fortress is
300 years old, and an architectural marvel. In fact, it was
once considered to be impregnable.
The
palace of Nawab and the Janjira caves are also
a must for tourists.
A
few kilometers away are two undiscovered beaches - Kashid
and Nandgaon.
Getting
There
By
Air
Nearest airport is Mumbai, 165 kms.
By
Rail
Nearest railhead is Panvel, 122 kms.
By
Road
Mumbai - Murud via Revdanda, 165 kms. Pune - Murud via Mahad,
230 kms. Alibag - Murud, 52 kms.
State
Transport buses ply from Mumbai, Pune to Murud.
Accommodation
2/4/6
Bed self contained 14 rooms.
Checkout
Time: 10.00 a.m.
Reservation:
Mumbai and Murud.
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Nawegaon
Bandh
(Tal. Sakoli, District Bhandara - 441 702. Telephone 8054.)
Nawegaon,
Vidarbha's most popular forest resort, is the ultimate adventure
spot. It is said to have been built by Kolu Patel Kholi in the
beginning of the 18th century. There's a picturesque lake set
in the midst of hill ranges, with watch - towers that enable
you to view wildlife.
Make
sure you visit the deer park, the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary,
the three beautiful gardens and the children's park. Almost
60% of the bird species found in Maharashtra have been recorded
in Nawegaon. Every winter, huge flocks of migratory ducks visit
the lake. Sign up for MTDC's jungle safari and you may see a
leopard, sloth bear, gaur, sambar, chital or a langoor.
Also
stay in the unique tree - top retreat. And for more excitement,
hire a power or sail boat at the lake.
Getting
There
By
Air
Nearest airport is Nagpur, 142 kms.
By
Rail
Nearest railhead is Devalgaon, 1 km. on South Eastern Railway.
By
Road
Mumbai - Nawegaon, 995 kms. (Mumbai - Dhule - Akola - Amravati
- Nagpur - Bhandara - Nawegaon). Nagpur - Nawegaon, 132 kms.
(Nagpur - Bhandara - Sakoli - Nawegaon). Devalgaon - Nawegaon,
1 km.
State
Transport buses ply from Bhandara, Nagpur and Devalgaon to Nawegaon.
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