October 05, 2010
July 29, 2010
Sajjangad - Satara
Sajjangad is a popular place for pilgrims and followers of Ramdas Swami, the spiritual guru of Shivaji Maharaj.
Ramdas Swami lived his entire life on this plateau fort. The maintenance of the fort and shrine of Sant Ramdas is taken care of by Shri Ramdas Swami Sansthan, a trust which has existed since the time of Shri Ramdas Swami.
The daily routine on the fort is fixed and strictly followed. It includes morning prayers, Abhishek and Puja, Maha Naivedya, Bhajans and reading of the manuscript Dasbodh written by Sant Ramdas. This is certainly a holy place and no bad behavior is allowed here. The main doors of the fort are closed on sunset to sunrise and hence you cannot enter the fort or even exit from the fort during this time.
Though, Sajjangad is not a picnic spot, but has a lot of spiritual importance. And hence is a nice place to visit.
Sajjangad : http://wikimapia.org/#lat=17.6491749&lon=73.9100933&z=16&l=0&m=b
February 26, 2010
February 23, 2010
Parnkuti - Alibag
Parnakuti located in Varsoli village and 1 kilometres from alibag cityThere were gardens of Ali who is rich man so the area is known as Alibag. Ali was beilved to have lot of gardens,Mango Tree, Coconut Tree so local people are called to the place name is alichi bag(Gardens) Alibag is also known as "Shreebag".
Transport
- Road: One can reach Alibag via Pen (30 km away), which is on the Mumbai (78 km away) - Goa road. From Mumbai, one can reach Alibag by traveling on the Mumbai-Goa highway (NH-17)till Wadkhal (or Vadkhal) and taking the right fork from Wadkal - the left fork being the road to Goa. The distance is approximately 108 km from Mumbai
- Railways: The nearest rail railway station are Pen, India. Through Pen, India, it is connected to Khopoli.
- Catamaran/Ferry: The nearest jetty is Mandwa From where catamaran/ferry services are available to Gateway of India, Mumbai. Another port in the vicinity is Rewas, from where a ferry service is available to Bhau cha Dhakka. There is also a jetty at Custom Bandar from where fishermen in Alibag set sail.
- ref : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alibag
- ref : http://parnakuti.com/index.htm
Photograph by Rakesh Bhosale
copyright 2010 rakeshwoi@gmail.com
December 15, 2009
November 24, 2009
August 26, 2009
kas bamnoli ( satara )
Kas Lake : From Kas lake there is a dam which is around 22 kms from Satara city. From here drinking water is supplied to the Satara city. A very beautiful place where you can enjoy the nature.
Bamnoli : This is a back water of Koyana dam. Here we enjoyed a lot in boating. The charges are Rs. 100/ and from here we went to Tapola. Tapola is also called as mini Kashmir. here you will see beautiful sights and scenes.
December 15, 2008
Photography : Landscape
Matheran was discovered by Hugh Malet in 1850. The British developed Matheran as a popular tourist resort.
At an elevation of around 800m (2,625 ft) above sea level Matheran is a hill station located about 100 km from Mumbai. Matheran literally means jungle on top. All vehicles (Except emergency vehicles) are banned here.
The market is the area where the bulk of the activity is. You get good quality Shoes, Slippers, Sandals and other leather goods at good bargains here.
You also get various flavors of Chikki (which is a softer version of peanut brittle), local honey, fudge's (Chocolate and fruit flavours etc.) ice gola's and various drinks. In the center of the market is a garden.
The following is a list of some major places of interest -
Mount Berry
Luisa Point
Echo Point
Panorama Point (Sunrise Point)
Porcupine Point (Sunset Point)
One tree Hill
Garbut Point
Chowk Point
Olympia Racecourse
Monkey Point
Hart point
Rambaug Point
Charlotte Lake
Alexandria Point
Malet Spring
Matheran hill station is one of the only few places in the world where all vehicles are banned which makes the place unique. Matheran takes you over a hundred years back in time when there were no cars.The unpolluted air, beautiful surroundings, charming shady walks and magnificent panoramic views are what make a stay in Matheran a totally different experience in itself.
So visit Matheran to sit back and enjoy nature and the healthy atmosphere ...
An Eco-sensitive Zone
Matheran has been declared an eco-sensitive region by the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF), Government of India (GoI).
Fact Files :
Matheran covers a total area of 7.35 sq. km. With a generally flat top, the highest spot is at an altitude of 803.47m.s.l. With a small resident population of about 4000, the calm and quietude is ever so pleasant. To add to the comfort, Matheran has mild to cool temperatures throughout the year, rarely going above 350C even during peak summer afternoons!With such excellent semi-evergreen and evergreen forest covering the entire tabletop, one does come very close to nature when in Matheran. Whether a short weekend trip or a weeklong vacation, you are sure to return home with a rejuvenated body and a refreshed mind.
Bird watchers could get rare sightings of the Malabar Trogon, the Malabar Whistling Thrush or the Whistling Schoolboy and a lucky wildlife enthusiast could get a glimpse of Pied Hornbills, Crested Serpent Eagles and the elusive Leopard. If not so much, the Bonnet Macaques, Hanuman Langurs, Palm Squirrels and Parakeets are always there!
General Information
Population : 5,500
Altitude : 800 m
Languages : Marathi, Hindi, English
STD Code : 02148
Getting there is half the fun. A toy-like train meanders up the mountain, treating you to a breathtaking view. In Matheran itself there's plenty to see - Lake Charlotte, Honeymoon Hill, Panther's Cave, lots more. You can also go horse-riding and shop for exciting cane and leather articles.
Getting there is half the fun. A toy-like train meanders up the mountain, treating you to a breathtaking view. In Matheran itself there's plenty to see - Lake Charlotte, Honeymoon Hill, Panther's Cave, lots more. You can also go horse-riding and shop for exciting cane and leather articles.
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