The Weekend Gateways from Mumbai To Refresh Your Weekdays

The Weekend Gateways from Mumbai To Refresh Your Weekdays 

Mumbai, the commercial capital of India believes in one phase ‘Work hard, live well’. As the citizens of this city need to work really hard during the weekdays, they appreciate the weekends a lot. Every now and then they wish to pack their bags and leave for exotic vacation destinations away from Mumbai. There are a couple of destinations which are located very close to the Mumbai. Due to time constraints, these weekend gateways can really be refreshing for them. These weekend gateways from Mumbai offer them serenity of the mountains, beautiful landscapes, pristine beaches, water-sports or just a quiet romantic holiday. Here are the lists of 5 such places located very closer to Mumbai where you can unwind oneself over the weekend:

Lonavala

A very common choice for a weekend trip, Lonavala is a quiet hill town located in the Pune District of Maharashtra. Lonavala is the ideal weekend gateway from Mumbai as it offers beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, ancient caves to visit and many more attractions. This place is also perfect for a romantic weekend with your loved one. While in this beautiful town, you can visit the Tiger’s Leap, Bushi Dam, Lonavala Lake etc, or you can enjoy the beauty of the quiet hills from the place where you are staying with a cup of coffee in hand. Choose your stay from the excellent bungalow list at http://www.bungloguru.com/#!3bhk/zhwim

Mahabaleshwar

Another beautiful hill-station located in the Satara District of Maharastra, Mahabaleshwar is a popular weekend gateway from Mumbai. This hill station near Mumbai is situated in the Western Ghat mountain range and is the largest hill station in the Sahyadri Range of Maharastra. The Venna Lake is a much-visited place in Mahabaleshwar, along with the Lingamala Falls. There are a couple of viewing points that can provide you an excellent view of the surrounding mountains like the Babington Point, Wilson Point , Bombay Point or Sunset Point, Kate's Point, Elephant's Head Point, Lodwick Point etc. The Shiva Temple located in Shri Kshetra Mahabaleshwar is the origin of five rivers, Krishna, Gayatri, Venna, Koyna, and Savitri.

Panchgani

Panchgani is located 20 km east from Mahabaleshwar. Technically the term Panchgani signifies ‘Five Hills’, as it is surrounded by five important hills. In the past, once this hill station was discovered by the British they made it their ideal summer retreat. Thus, the architecture from British era is still evident in this town. The town is located in the Valley of the Krishna River and hosts the volcanic plateau called ‘Table Land’. Apart from the caves like Pandvgadh caves or the Rajpuri caves, you can get to see a beautiful temple dedicated to the Lord Karthikeya. While in Panchgani, don’t miss Mount Malcolm, Panchganga Mandir, Mapro Garden, Sydney Point, Parsi Point, Devil’s kitchen etc. Find your stay in Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani from http://www.bungloguru.com/#!panchgani-mahableshwar/ztnlo

Alibaug

A perfect combination of historic forts along with marvelous beaches, that’s what makes Alibaug one of the most popular weekend Gateways from Mumbai. Alibaug is located in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. This 300-year-old town still bears signs of history, most famous of them being the Kolaba Fort. The most beautiful beach of Alibaug is Akshi Beach. The other famous beaches of this town are Alibaug Beach, Revadanda Beach, Nagao Beach, Korlai Beach, Kihim Beach, Mandwa Beach, Reach Kashid Beach, Nandgaon Beach. Plan your holiday in Alibaug with http://www.bungloguru.com/#!alibaug-kihim-karshid/heli6

Goa

The list of Weekend Gateways from Mumbai cannot be completed without a mention of the former Portuguese Colony Goa. The most well-known beaches of India are located in this state along with Portuguese architecture and Roman Catholic Churches. Party lovers can indulge in endless beach parties around the sea, or they can discover casinos and nightclubs of this holiday spot. The mouth-watering cuisines of Goa are another feature you cannot miss. To find gorgeous staying options in this amazing destination please visit, http://www.bungloguru.com/#!3bhk-1/wxrl1

Lonavala- The Best Hill Station in Monsoons

Monsoon Vacations at Lonavala

If you are one of those people who adore all the colors that rain brings to the earth, then Lonavala is just the place you must visit during the Monsoons.  Located very close to Mumbai and Pune, this small hill-station is a paradise for all Monsoon lovers. Rains bring out the vivid green color of trees in the mountain slopes of this town. The valleys around the town become misty and mysterious for you to lose yourself into.  Moreover, the whole valley of Lonavala turns into a romantic masterpiece to enjoy the rain with a cup of coffee in hand. The main reason to choose Lonavala for your Monsoon gateway are,

Proximity to the Mumbai and Pune

The commercial capital and one of the metropolitan cities of India, Mumbai, is located around 94 km from Lonavala. Although Mumbai city is famous for its rain, the city being congested also faces numerous problems like water logging, heavy traffic on road and so on. So, a weekend away from the inconvenience of the big city along with a chance to enjoy the rain in a hassle free manner is a great idea for many of us. Lonavala is also located close to another industrial city, Pune which is just 70 Kms away. So, it is easily accessible to locals and visitors from Mumbai and Pune during the Monsoons.

The amazing beauty of nature

Clouds playing atop the hills, the thick yet refreshing cool air, the rain drenched slopes of the mountains, the overflowing waterfalls—these are what you can expect to find in Lonavala during monsoons. Imagine yourself sitting in a quiet café of this town with hot roasted corn and a cup of coffee in hand. Simplicity of nature is the most attractive feature of this quiet town, which gives you a chance to get drenched in the most romantic way possible.

Places to visit in Lonavala during Monsoons

During Monsoons, the whole town of Lonavala turns into a picturesque town. The most common places to visit during the Monsoon are,

•    Bushy Dam—the flowing water from the dam creates an effect of a waterfall. During monsoon, you can get drenched in the spray of this flowing water along with the rain.

•    Lonavala Lake--- this lake fills with water during the monsoon and creates an extraordinary view. The surrounding beauty of the valley from the lake during monsoon is the prime reason you must visit this place. You can also expect to find various kinds of birds around this lake.

•    Khandala --- the paradise for the trekkers, Khandala is a famous hiking spot located in the Sahyadri Mountain range. During the monsoons, the pristine beauty surrounding this place heightens beyond one’s wildest imagination.

Staying in Lonavala during Monsoon

In the monsoons, if you prefer, you can just enjoy the beauty of rain drenched Lonavala from the balcony or the window of your room. So, choose a place from where you can enjoy the rain and rain-drenched Lonavala at its fullest. Along with the existing hotels, you can also try out some of the beautiful, quiet homestays located in this area. Find some cozy hill-top stays for enjoying the rain at http://www.bungloguru.com/#!3bhk/zhwim