Serving as a happy weekend, residents of Pune and Mumbai often set out on mini-vacations, choosing one of the many places to visit in Igatpuri – a hill station with a pleasant day of weather and foggy winter. is night.
Surrounded by mountains all around, this small town is an easy escape from the chaos of the city and is a great place for anyone who wants to spend time in the lap of nature. To make Igatpuri more enjoyable is that the area around it has many other shelters that all make for fun picnic spots.
And as there are many resorts that take care of accommodation needs, family and friends can plan an overnight trip to spend some time here to relax. Apart from this, roads to Igatpuri and other places around it are maintained and well connected which makes it a great road-trip destination.
Best Places to Visit in Igatpuri
Tringalwadi Fort
Located at an altitude of 3000 feet, the Tringalwadi fort is believed to have been built in the 10th century. The fort overlooks the Konkan and Nashik routes – which have been a trade route and one of the popular places to visit in Igatpuri. Fonds of hiking and trekking often make their way to the top of the fort which looks like a turban and is one of the popular places to visit in Igatpuri.
It is very easy to climb to the top and takes about 1.5 hours on one side. From above, a beautiful view of the Kulang mountain ranges with Kalasubai is seen which acts as a cherry on top. Village Tringalwadi is the base village of this fort trek, which is located about 3 kilometers from the fort.
Vaitarna Dam
Situated on the Vaitarna River, the Vaitarna Dam was built in the early 1950s. It is the main source of water and electricity for people living in major parts of Mumbai city. This dam holds great importance as it is the first gravity dam of its kind and is one of the popular places to visit in Igatpuri.
With the Western Ghats in the background, the dam becomes a spectacular picnic spot for tourists; Especially for the residents of nearby cities like Pune, Mumbai, and Nashik. The best time to be here is from June to mid-September as the rain transforms the beauty of the place into a green carpet.
Vihigaon Waterfall
For children, after they finish their exams, Vihaigan Waterfall will guarantee you the best holiday getaway. Family tourists who want to explore the places around Nashik and enjoy this waterfall at least once.
To see the slope over 1,000 feet, you need to walk once. but do not worry. It is completely safe. And for adventurous minds, this place allows you to mingle in the water and have fun with other sports.
Kalsubai Peak
Located at an altitude of 1646 meters, Kalsubai is famous as the highest peak in Maharashtra, making it one of the lists of places to visit in Igatpuri. The mountain is located in the Sahyadri Range which falls under the Kalasubai Harishchandragad Wildlife Sanctuary and offers breathtaking views.
As the summit is extremely well-known, the Kalasubai trekking trail has been made a bit easier for most travel and nature enthusiasts. However, there are steel railings, chains, and ladders in some places, which can prove difficult for everyone to climb. But with an average level of fitness, most people who aspire to reach the peak are capable of doing it.
Ghatandevi Mandir
Ghatandevi Temple is a temple dedicated to Ghatan Devi – the protector of hills. The temple is situated in a grand valley with majestic peaks of Harihar, Durvar Utwad, and Trimbak with a magnificent backdrop. The peaceful atmosphere here has made the temple a popular attraction and has included it in the list of places to visit in Igatpuri.
Behind the temple is the Tringalwadi fort which can also be visited on the same day for some more adventures and sightseeing. Local trains from Mumbai to Kasara and from Kasara shared auto-rickshaws and taxis are available.
Camel Valley
An ideal place for nature lovers and photographers, Camel Valley is a few kilometers ahead of the Bhatsa River Valley. It is a valley to visit during the monsoon as it opens to the waterfall and offers spectacular landscapes. If you are a fan of nature, you can fall in love with the place, which has not disappointed anyone in these years and is worth joining your list of places to visit in Igatpuri.
Here, you can also indulge in some adventure sports activities like river crossing and river rafting. But as activities depend on weather conditions, be sure to ask local residents or organizers.
Vipassana International Academy
Igatpuri is the world’s largest meditation center – Vipassana Institute, which is definitely on your list of places to visit in Igatpuri. Here, residential courses attract travelers not only from all over India but from all over the world.
The main attraction of the academy is that food, accommodation, and meditation instructions are given to all for free. Igatpuri calls many daily trains and buses from nearby cities like Nashik, Mumbai, and Pune, allowing daily visitors, tourists to stroll here and learn about the various services and courses available at the institute.
Dhamma Giri
Dhamma Giri means ‘hill of Dhamma’. One of the largest meditation centers in the world and the main center of the fast-growing global Vipassana organization – Dhamma Giri which is dedicated to the teaching of Vipassana meditation.
The experience of being here can be cherished by anyone seeking a truly peaceful environment. The place is surrounded by nature and beautiful architecture and can be listed as one of the major places to visit in Igatpuri.
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