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
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.
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.
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.
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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