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Lonavala Hill
Lonavala Hill is one of the famous tourist destinations from Khandala. The hills are also known as the Jewel of the Sahyadri. Lonavala Hill is located at a height of 625 meters above sea level. Located only 5 km from Khandala, Lonavala Hill is an ideal weekend gateway for the city slickers.
Lonavala Hill provides a panoramic view of the Sahyadri Mountains. The Sahyadri Mountains are a part of the Western Ranges. The weather is calm and pleasant from October to May and it advisable to visit this place during this period. The mountainous terrain of the Lonavala Hill provides the adventure enthusiasts ample scope for trekking. They can trek along the numerous waterfalls around the hill. Besides trekking, mountain biking is another option for the sports enthusiasts.
There are a number of lakes located around Lonavala Hill. Among them Bhushi Lake, Lonavala Lake and Tulauli Lake are the most popular. The Walvan Dam is also located nearby. The famous rock cut Buddhist caves Bhaja and Karla are located only 11 km from Lonavala Hill.
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Last Updated on 20 September 2011