Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar is the quintessential hill station of Maharashtra, a place that feels like home to every Mumbaikar and Puneite. It is a town of 'Points'—where every turn leads to a different cliff offering a new perspective of the Sahyadris. Most travelers spend 2-3 days here, often starting their mornings at the foggy height of Arthur's Seat and spending their evenings browsing the wooden handicrafts in the bustling Town Bazaar.

The culinary heart of the town is undoubtedly the Strawberry. From December to March, the air is sweet with the scent of fresh fruit. A visit is incomplete without the 'Mapro experience' or a hot corn-on-the-cob by the Venna Lake. Whether you are exploring the Maratha history of Pratapgad or meditating in the ancient Shiva temple of Old Mahabaleshwar, the town offers a perfect mix of colonial nostalgia and natural splendor.