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In Igatpuri : |
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Igtapuri
is a small village which falls on the way to Nashik
and is the first place after crossing the Thal
Ghat. It is located at a height of 1900 feet above
sea level. Yet it is known to the people only
as a major railway junction.
The beauty of Igatpuri is still
untouched by the consequences of civilization.
Mornings are greeted by magnificent sunrise, when
the skies are painted with hues of gold, orange
and yellow. The grass is wet with morning dew
and birds begin their song.
Far much cooler than other hill
stations of this area such as Khandala, this land
boasts of many places of tourist interest, within
and on the outskirts of the village. |
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Bhatsa
River Valley |
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The
Bhatsa River Valley is located just before entering
Igatpuri, at the end of the Thal Ghat. A dense
tree cover formed by the river on this valley
is a pleasant sight, and the fresh air is soothing
to the mind and body. |
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Camel Valley |
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A few
metres away from Bhatsa river Valley, on the right
is the camel valley. On the other side of the
valley is a spectacular waterfall formed by the
rain waters, which fall from a height of 1000
ft onto the base of the valley. The waterfall
is the chief attraction of this place. |
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Walavalkar Shivaji
Museum |
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This
unique museum depicts the life history of the
great Maratha ruler, Chhatrapati Shivaji. The
museum is located 30 km from the hotel, en route
to Dherwan on the Mumbai-Goa highway. |
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Ghatandevi Temple
(temple of the Goddess of Ghats) |
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Just before
entering Igatpuri, after crossing the camel Valley,
towards the right hand side, one comes across
a small road, which leads to the Ghatandevi temple.
This temple is half a kilometer away on this road.
Behind the temple lies the Tringalwadi Fort. The
mountains of Durvar Utvad, Trimak and Harihar,
stand behind, forming a spectacular backdrop.
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The Five Waterfalls |
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A little
further from Ghatandevi, the rough road leading
to the railway line begins. Across the railway
line, while climbing down, falling one below the
other, are five waterfalls that form a breathtaking
sight. The path to this place is a little difficult
and the best time to visit is the rainy season. |
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Lakes of Igatpuri |
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Igatpuri
is home to many lakes, namely the lake owned by
the municipality, the railway’s lake, the
Talegaon Lake and so on. The lakesides are the
best places to spend a peaceful and soothing evening.
Tringalwadi Fort - Behind the Mahindra Company
in Igatpuri, a turban like peak of the Tringalwadi
Fort can be spotted. A small path on the edge
of the mountain adjoining Igatpuri leads to this
fort. The steps and walls of this 3000ft high
fort still stand in fine condition. Behind the
fort, on the edge, is a Hanuman temple. The secret
path is a must see. From atop the fort, the mountain
range from Kumpan to Kalsubai can be seen in a
row. The peaks of Utvad and Harihar can also be
spotted. A picturesque scene is formed on the
eastern side of the fort where the lake can be
seen down in the valley. This is a great place
to do some cycling. |
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Dhammagiri |
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On the
base of the mountain, located at the outskirts
of the village, is a ‘math’ (house
of saints). This place is known for the ‘Vipassana’-
a Buddhist style of meditation and attracts people
from various parts of India as well as abroad.
‘Vipassana’ has made Igatpuri famous
throughout the world, and the famous pagoda of
Dhammagiri serves as a landmark for Igatpuri. |
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Seasons to Visit |
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Igatpuri
is pleasant throughout the year. Summers are mild,
while winters are very pleasant and the nights
get chilly. Occasionally, the temperatures reach
5 degrees on a cold night. Igatpuri experiences
heavy rainfall during the monsoons, so this time
is suitable only for those who enjoy the wet season. |
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Getting There |
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Igatpuri
is located at a distance of 135 kms. from Mumbai.
It takes approximately three and a half hours
to cover the distance. As it is an important railway
junction, all trains halt here. State transport
buses for Nasik-Manmad also stop here. |
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