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Mahabaleshwar – The Summer Capital of Bombay Province

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Page 1: Introduction to mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar – The Summer Capital of Bombay Province

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Today, Mahabaleshwar is a popular holiday resort and honeymoon spot.

Added to the scores of magnificent scenic "points", the perennial springs, streams, and waterfalls of Mahabaleshwar plateau, with its year round superb climate, drew the English and others to Mahabaleshwar like honey bees to sweet nectar.

Veena lake is one of the major tourist attractions of Mahabaleshwar. Panchgani and Pratabgad fort are other attractions.

Experience magnificent scenic beauty with stay in best hotels in Mahabaleshwar.

Attractions in Mahabaleshwar

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Mahabaleshwar is known for its "points", from which a person can stand and enjoy the entire scenery.

Famous points include Kate's point, Needle hole point, Wilson Point (highest point in Mahabaleshwar) and Monkey point.

Wilson point is the only location in Mahabaleshwar where both sunrise and sunset can be seen. It offers a spectacular glance of Mahabaleshwar in all directions..

Points in Mahabaleshwar

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The lake is surrounded by trees on all sides. Tourists can enjoy a boat ride over the lake or a horse ride next to the lake.

Most tour operators include the Venna lake in their tours. Most buses, private vehicles will stop at the Venna lake on their way to Mahabaleshwar on request.

Near by Places: Veena Lake

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The fort is built on a spur which overlooks the road between the villages of Par and Kinesvar.

A 17-foot high equestrian bronze statue of [[Shivaji] was unveiled by Jawaharlal Nehru, then Prime Minister of India, on the 30th of November 1957

Near by Places: Pratapgad Fort

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Scenic Panchgani was discovered by the British during their rule as as a summer resort, and a superintendent named John Chesson was placed in charge in 1860.

Near by Places: Panchgani

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One can visit strawberry farms to enjoy the real flavour of the fruit.

Climate of Mahabaleshwar is ideal for Strawberries and Mulberries and one can shop them in bulk at low cost.

One can also get a taste of "Strawberries with Cream" (Jan -Feb) or "Mulberries with Cream" (April–May).

Food Specialties

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