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Hill Stations near Mumbai

1. Lonavala
A popular hill station near Mumbai,
Lonavala is plonked in the Sahyadri
ranges between the Deccan Plateau and
Konkan coast. The Tungi Fort of Lonavala
is one of its famous tourist spots. Apart
from this fort, there are also many caves
present around the city namely Karla
Caves, Bhaja Caves and the Bedsa Caves.

2. Matheran
.
The smallest yet one of the most visited hill
stations in India; Matheran is located in the
Western Ghats Ranges of Karjat,
Maharashtra. A sought after getaway around
the city of dreams, it is known for its 38
different look-out points that offer
panoramic views of the neighbouring
regions.

3. Khandala
While the Western Ghats add to the
mystical appeal of Khandala, its
Bollywood connection adds to its
popularity and fame. Situated between
the Deccan Plateau and the Konkan
Plains, it is undoubtedly one of the
most popular hill stations near
Mumbai.

4. Malshej Ghat
Nestled amidst the enchanting
hills of the Western Ghats in the
Thane district of Maharashtra,
Malshej Ghat is yet another one
of the picturesque hill stations
near Mumbai.

5. Jawahar
Nicknamed as the 'Mahabaleshwar of Thane',
Jawahar has a lot to offer its visitors. Soaring
at a height of 518m above the sea level, this
hill station near Mumbai entices tourists with
a list of natural wonders like the Dadarkopara
Falls, Jaivilas Palace, Hanuman Point and the
Sunset Point.

6. Bhandardara
Situated beside the stunning Paravara River, this hill
station is known for its serenity and mystical beauty.
Decorated with several tourist spots: Ratangad Fort,
Agasti Rishi Ashram, Wilson Dam, Umbrella Falls,
Randhaa Falls and Mount Kalsubai, the highest peak in
Maharashtra, it is also one of the most sought after
hiking destinations in Maharashtra.

7. Lavasa
.
Lavasa is one of the newest hill stations near
Mumbai in the country. A private hill station city
around Mumbai, it is located within an hour's
drive from Pune and is easily accessible from
other major places in Maharashtra. Royal and
elegant in its own way, every bit of this upcoming
hill station has been detailed in an intricate way
that caters to the luxury and comfort of its
residents.

8. Panchgani
Situated in the Satara district of Maharashtra,
Panchgani got its name from five of the
constituting villages: Dhandeghar, Godavli,
Amral, Khingar and Taighat..

9. Saputara
The 'abode of serpents' or Saputara is a quaint
hill station in Gujarat. Well-connected to
Mumbai, this hill station stands on the Sahyadri
range and is nestled in the Dang forest thickets.
Adding more to its meticulous beauty are the
various tourist attractions that include Gandhi
Shikhar, Sunrise and Echo Points, Sardar Shikhar,
Hatgad Fort, Saputara No Sap and several others.

10. Mahabaleshwar
The towering heights of the Western Ghats, the
enchanting charm and appeal of the evergreen forests
add to the picture-perfect beauty of Mahabaleshwar.
Located in Maharashtra's Satara district, it was the
'summer capital' of India during the British rule.

11. Panhala
.
Founded by the great Maratha ruler Shivaji, Panhala is very
closely related to the Maratha kingdom. Standing
at 977mabove the sea level, this scenic hill station is also
the smallest city in Maharashtra. With the Panhala
Fort being one of the major attractions, this hilly city has
witnessed several changes and was conquered by the
Marathas, Mughals and the British as well.

12. Amboli
Tucked away in the Sahayadri Hills, Amboli is located
at a height of 690m above sea level. Due to the
undulated and salubrious beauty of the hill station, it
has been declared as one of the best 'Eco Hot Spots'
of the world. This hill station near Mumbai is further
credited with a stunning range of flora and fauna.

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