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LOCATION: Lonavala
Lonavala is located in the western part of the state of Maharashtra, in India. It
is situated 106 km southeast of Mumbai at an altitude of 625 m above sea level.
Lonavala provides a panoramic view of the lush green surroundings of the Sahyadri
ranges. The peaceful environs of the town, which provides a great escape from the
hustle and bustle of Mumbai city, attract tourists to this place. Travelers can
take a walk along the waterfalls, the grassy abundance and hills in and around Lonavala.
The mountainous terrain of Lonavala is ideal for trekking and hiking
HOW TO REACH?
By road: The bus service between Lonavala and Pune is good (2 hours).
However, the ride is rough and it takes 4 hours to reach Mumbai from Lonavala. Buses
shuttle between Lonavala and Khandala (5 km from Lonavala; 15 minutes trip).
By rail: Lonavala is on the main railway line between Mumbai and Pune
, all express trains plying between the two cities stop here.
By Air: The nearest airport from Lonalvala is Pune, which is 64 km
from Lonavala.
WEATHER
The weather in Lonavala is pleasant. Summers (April-June) are mild, while winters
are cool (November-February). It experiences heavy southwestern monsoon rains between
June and September.
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