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Travel to Panchgani

If you travel along the Western Ghats in Maharashtra you will discover Panchgani, a delightful hill station located 98 km from Pune. The approach to Panchgani is via an 18 km long stretch of road that loops and curves around the green hills. The Krishna River provides an added attraction to the traveller along this scenic route.

Panchgani is known for its colonial charm, lush greenery, boarding schools and educational institutions, and colonial and Parsi architecture.

The scenery around Panchgani is a traveller and nature lover's delight. The green walkways, valleys and gentle hills, and the River Krishna rippling alongside offer a scenic walk for a nature ramble.

Horses are available for hire and you can take a pony ride around the green environs of Panchgani. The nearby Kamalgad Fort, caves and hill rides offer travellers venues to explore near Panchgani. Bicycles and taxis can also be hired to travel short or long distances.

You can shop at the bazaar, for souvenirs and handicraft items to give to your friends when you return from your travels. Panchgani is easily accessible from Pune and Mumbai. Buses from these cities travel to Panchgani everyday. September to May is the best time to visit Panchgani