The beautiful rosy winters are almost upon us Punekars. For any average Punekar, winters can be called winters only if the temperature drops below 10 degrees and the morning air has such a chill, that you can pretend to blow smoke out of an ‘O’ shaped mouth. Pune is famous for its cuisine, getaways, and rich heritage. One of the numerous excursions this city brings to the table is it’s winter escapes which are in various areas around this ravishing city.
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Here’s our rundown of the Winter Getaways near Pune you need to visit, the first chance you get:
Raigad:
A place that is extraordinary for getaways from Pune is Raigad, which is around 57 kilometers from Pune. Home to the highly acclaimed Raigad Fort, this place is of significance to Maratha culture and history. This is because the Maratha warrior and ruler, Chhatrapati Shivaji, made Raigad his capital when he was delegated in 1674. The fort offers some amazing perspectives of the encompassing slopes and furthermore fills in as an incredible area for history buffs and trekkers. The fort also offers other tourist attractions; for example, the tomb of Shivaji’s mom, Jijabai and furthermore the statue of Shivaji. Raigad is an ideal spot for family excursions and quick getaways from Pune for a couple days.
Malshej Ghat:
At a height of about 700 meters, the Malshej Ghat is a major attraction for people living in Pune and Mumbai as well. There are many things to do here, to keep yourself busy. There are outdoor adventure activities for those who like adventure sports. Many treks are organized here as well. If you love nature, then Malshej Ghat is a beautiful place to be, with its gorgeous gushing waterfalls, flora, and fauna and not to forget, the flamingos. During the months of July-September, pink flamingos descend to the Ghat. About 90km from Pune, it takes around 3hrs to reach the destination.
Chinchoti:
Situated in the midst of lavish green woodlands, Chinchoti waterfall is the perfect place for a multi-day cookout with family or friends. Ensure you carry a camera since your phone won’t do justice to this dazzling spot. Stock up on snacks and water as the place is accessible to very few shops. This place has a trekking way through Tungareshwar and is highly recommended. Chinchoti is 186km away from Pune and takes around 4hr to reach from the city.
Tapola:
Are Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar overdone for you? Then, welcome the winter chill in this lush, rustic, picturesque lakeside town just ahead of Mahabaleshwar, which is also called the ‘Mini Kashmir of the Western Ghats’. Located just about 150 km from Pune, the drive to Tapola is truly scenic. While here, indulge in some boating activities in the foggy lake. For the more adventurous lot, there are many unknown forts in the dense forest around the lake in Tapola, like Vasota and Jaygad Forts.
Kolad:
This lovely town is stunning in the monsoon. Plus, Kolad gives adventure freaks another destination to keep the adrenaline pumping. You don’t have to make a plan for Dandeli or Rishikesh to go river rafting. At Kolad, you have the best choice for river rafting in the state. Ensure you arrive early. About 120km from Pune, it takes around 2hrs50mins to reach the destination.
