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Bhandardara – Top Weekend Gateway from Mumbai

Dr Atul Kumar Singh Parmar — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 11:07:49 +0000

If you dream of some exquisite place full of sever environment near Mumbai, Bhandardara can prove a better choice. This place is situated in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra near the Parvana River amid monuments and waterfalls. If you are on Mumbai Tour and plan for same weekend excursion you can include one or 2 nights stay at Bhandardara. You can soothe your body and soul together while staying in the lap of nature with lofty mountains and indigenous flora and fauna.

How to Reach Bhandardara?

By Air – The Nearest airport to Bhandardara is Nashik which is around 90 kms.

By Train – The closet Railway station 9is Igatpuri which is 45 kms.

By Road – You can reach by road to Bhandardara from Mumbai and Pune. Mumbai lies at a distance of 180 kms and Pune is at a distance of 180 kms.

Best Time to Visit Bhandardara

The best time to visit Bhandardara is from the winter season. The months from October to February are nice time of the year to plan a trip to Bhandardara. During this time of the year it remains nearly 15-20 Celsius temperature. It you are a locality of Mumbai Pune you can choose Bhandardara as your weekend Gateway.

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Top Attractions in Bhandardara

There are a series of historical places, nature trails and other places of interest near Bhandardara.

Bhandardara Lake

The lake at Bhandardara is popularly known as Arthur Hill Lake. The lake is famed by the activity of holding the water of Parvara River for the sake of the dam. This lake located in the deep forests provides a great sport for the avian lovers. The lake is 35 kms long and was made in 1910 for serving to the Wilson Dam. Even the sight of Wilson Dam is amazing

Mount Kalsubai

The loftiest peak of Sahyadri ranges is Mount Kalsubai. The visit of this peak takes you back to the Maratha regime when this range was used as a watch tower to keep an eye on the every force. Those who love trekking can find this place ideal for their requirements. You can indulge in taking Instagramable pictures over this place. The top of the monuments you can visit a temple. Perched on the highest elevation this place provides a wonderful view of the downhill area. As the monsoons are over you can view thousands of colourful flowers and get mesmerized with the sight of blooming flowers. The months of October and November witness the celebrations of the local fairs and festivals which are amazing.

Ratangad Fort

Ratangad Fort is another highlight of Bhandardara. This historic sight was conquered by chhatrapati shivaji. This sight is ideal for the trekking. A top the fort there are two caves and a natural opening to the fort. From the top of the fort you can take can breathtaking views. Ratangad fort is 23 kms away from Bhandardara.

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Harish Chandragad

Harish chandragad is a very popular mountain hiking spot. This spot has an ancient temple.

Randha Falls

Radha falls is a rivulet of Bhandardara Lake and is located at a distance of 10 kms from Bhandardara bus stop. This water fall cascades from a height of 175 feet and provides an eye catching spectacle of the gushing water. You can perceive over wheeling beauty.

Umbrella Falls

This waterfall appears when a gate is released from the Wilson Dam. This falls is easily accessible from Mumbai and Igatpuri. Water falling from a height of 500 feet mesmerizes the viewers. This waterfall is used to generate hydro power for this area.

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Ratangad Fort Trek

Dr Atul Kumar Singh Parmar — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:19:18 +0000

Ratangad Fort –This medieval fort lies on the borders of Ahmadnagar and Thana district, It is a paradise for those who love history and nature, this is a four-century-old fort overlooking Bhandardara which is the oldest catchment area. Two forts are located 4250 ft above sea level and lie in the Ajoba mountain range.

Location:- The famed Ratanagad fort is located at Ratanwadi in Maharashtra, State of India. The fort lies in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra.

How to reach Ratangad?

You can reach this fort from Ahmadnagar or Thane or Mumbai.

There are 2 routes- One starts from Samrad village and the second from village Ratanwadi. The base village Ratanwadi can be approached by boat from Bhandardara. If you desire to travel by road you can reach Ghoti Bhandardara. In case you do the journey by boat to Ratangad it will be a 6 km boat trip and later you have to walk 4 km nearly to approach Ratangad, the trekking route from Ratanwadi is easy and passes through the lush green forests.

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Ratangad Trek Cost

Time 10 p.m. leaving

Location Ahmadnagar

Event Cost 1200 INR

Ratangad Trek from Mumbai

If you are in Mumbai and are passionate about the trekking event and want to explore the heritage site. You can book the trekking event with some tour operators in Mumbai. You will be driven to the base camp and reach early morning at the site to start trekking. After having breakfast and the introductory session at the base camp proceed at 7:30 am to Ratangad. It will take nearly 3 hours as you reach the fort of Ratangad enjoying nature’s gift. Now you enjoy the age-old Ratanagad fort. Now get submerged in the beauty and get mesmerized. Now about 1:30 pm start descending from the fort while coming down have some rest and lunch and later proceed to enjoy the return journey to Mumbai.

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Best Time to visit Ratangad Fort

The best season to visit Ratangad is the wintertime while the weather remains very pleasant. The summer season should be avoided as the mercury goes very high and the scorching heat prevails. Even the monsoon time is pretty nice while you enjoy the scenic beauty in it is full charms. You can make a plan for one night stay.

The Architecture of Ratangarh Fort

This fort lies on a natural rock and has four gates known as Hanuman, Ganesh. Karkam and Trimbak. There are 2 caves one is pretty small which can adjust 5-7 persons while the other is longer in comparison to the first and can house 40-50 persons. While you reach the base village you get to see the famous Amruteshwar temple where you witness the magnificent carvings. The legends say that the saint Agastya meditated in Ratangad. There are several trekking trails near the fort from where you can get the instagrammble pictures.

Things to keep in mind for Ratangad fort Trek

You can do the track tour from Mumbai, Pune easily but you have to keep in mind that if you want to stay at the base village you do not find proper hotels. The facility of lodging and food is arranged by the local villagers. Ratangad is nearly 190 kms from Pune. In the monsoon time, the Parvara River which emanates from the fort has many waterfalls and you need to make a human chain, you also get to see the percolation lake which is built for water conservation by the forest department.

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