Surrounded by beautiful green hills from all sides, this Igatpuri is a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and definitely a great weekend getaway destination to visit with your loved ones. This hill station looks even more charming in the rainy season with Vaitarna Dam, Tringalwadi Fort, Kalsubai Peak, Amruteshwar Temple, Dhammagiri, Talegaon Lake, Madangad Mountain, Karoli Ghat, Camel Valley and so many exotic locations you’ll get to visit here. You’ll also find a lot of other hamlets near Igatpuri that are ideal picnic spots, especially in monsoon.
Located near JenJon Lake Vaitrana, Vaitarna Dam makes a majestic sight when the rain falls. During this time, standing on the banks of this dam and witnessing various activities like fishing, bird watching, boating, children playing nearby make it even more special. Visiting this place between June to mid-September is the perfect time spot the place enveloped by the green canopy of nature.
Location: Nashik District, Igatpuri 422212 India, takes 1-2 hours.
Watching nature getting drenched in rain from close proximity is the ultimate bliss one can get, and Kalsubai is the place where you can get this experience. This is one of the most famous Igatpuri places to visit, also this is the highest peak in Maharashtra where the mountain lies in the Sahyadri range near the Kalsubai Harishchandragad wildlife sanctuary and offers trekking trails and breathtaking views.
Location: 32 kilometers from Igatpuri.
It has been believed that Tringalwadi Fort was built in the 10th century that is situated at an elevation of 3000 feet. This is the most preferable place for the hiking and trekking enthusiasts who make their way here to witness the enchanting view of Kulang mountain ranges along with Kalsubai from this fort. In the rainy season, the view looks even more spectacular, and you can also visit the Talegaon Lake that is located a few kilometers away from this area.
Location: 10 km from Igatpuri, and 50 km from Nashik.
Amruteshwar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple that is about 1200 years old, situated in Igatpuri that is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India and quite famous among religious people. The stone-carved design, ceiling, and the walls of the temple with a beautiful mural, pillars having beautifully carved statues and flowers, all of these features of this architectural property is another attraction for tourists.
Location: It’s situated on the banks of the holy river Pravara at Ratanwadi village.
Sandhan Valley, also termed as ‘Maharashtra’s Grand Canyon’ is located in the Sahyadri region. This is the place where the canyon and valley have coincided making the entire place nothing less than heaven. For adventure enthusiasts monsoon is the ideal time to visit Sandhan Valley as the trekking can be really challenging and fun over here. Surrounded by so many mountain ranges, including Alang, Madan, Kulang, Ajoba, and Ratangad, this place is a must-visit in Igatpuri.
Location: 180 km from Mumbai, near the Bhandardara region of Northern Maharashtra.
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When it comes to popular Igatpuri places to visit, this place should definitely get a mention. Darna Dam was built in 1916 by the British Government that looks mesmerizing in the rain as the greenery around this place spreads in all directions during monsoon and the lake flows in its fast motion making it a gorgeous sight. This place is quite famous in Igatpuri because of the natural aspects it holds.
Location: Situated on the Nasik-Mumbai National Highway.
This is located a few kilometers ahead of Bhatsa river valley that looks heavenly during monsoon as the waterfalls near the valley and lush greenery make a spectacular view. Camel Valley is a must-visit in Igatpuri, as nature lovers will find the scenic beauty worth investing their time on, and for adventure lovers, there are some adventure sports activities like river crossing and river rafting which will make their trip way too perfect, just make sure you discuss the weather condition with the organizers before going for it.
Location: 4 km from the main Igatpuri town.
Lies in the Kalsubai Range, Madangad Mountain tops among popular Igatpuri places to visit and is remarkably famous for its fort. You’ll get to experience an exciting adventure around the Sahyadri mountain range as the mountains are at a height of around 4700 ft. Also, the best part about visiting this place during the rainy season is the beauty of the dense forest the mountain is surrounded by. Although it may be a little hard trekking in the rains, the allover beauty of this place is worth visiting.
Location: Sahyadri Mountain Range, Kalsubai Range near Nashik, can be spotted on Mumbai-Nashik highway.
Long drives in monsoon are like a heavenly experience that you can get, and driving all the way to Karoli ghat will leave you amused because of the natural beauty you’d get to see during the journey. Once you’re there you can also opt for trekking that takes around 2 hours to complete the trail and reach the peak. The highway and greenery make the journey worth it, and hence it is one of the popular places to visit in Igatpuri.
Location: Situated in the Western Ghats.
Talegaon Lake is one of the stunning places to visit in Igatpuri where you can spend quality time with your close ones, the place offers a picturesque view of the hilly region and is a low-key place where you get to enjoy the tranquility and stunning view. With the lake, mountains, and open sky around, this is the place where you can get real close to nature.
Location: National Highway 17, Talegaon Tarf Goregaon, Maharashtra 402104, India
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