Nestling in the curvaceous mountain ranges of the western ghats of Maharashtra is the cool misty resort of Mahabaleshwar.
Away from the crowds and noise of the city, the resort is an ideal holiday destination.
Mahabaleshwar seem to belong to the colonial era when people traveled up to the resorts to escape the heat of the plains. It still retains some of the old world charm and make an ideal holiday destination.
Among the hill resorts of the state, Mahabaleshwar is very popular. Tucked away in the Satara district, it is best approached from Pune. Spared the commercialization that has affected the hill resorts of north and south India, the resort offers a clean, calm and thoroughly refreshing alternative.
History
The summer capital of the erstwhile Bombay Presidency, Mahabaleshwar retains its quintessential charm, despite the increasing crowds that visit the town. Numerous majestic mansions built during the days of the British, still stand as monuments of the Raj.
Best Season, Climate, and Clothing
Overlooking the Krishna and Koyna valleys, Mahabaleshwar, at an altitude of 1372 meters opens up a whole world of picturesque delight. With an air of unspoilt beauty, it is a paradise for nature explorers and peace lovers, as also for filmmakers and producers. Best time to visit Mahabaleshwar is October to June. The monsoon months must be avoided to plan your visit to Mahabaleshwar. Cotton clothing is ideal all through the year.
