Mumbai: Best getaways around the city to visit during Diwali weekend

Life in city can be stressful, especially if it is fast-paced city of Mumbai. Also, Diwali is coming up and people are longing for ir much-deserved break. But if one is pressed for time, re are several weekend getaways in and around Mumbai. Here is a list of five such places where one can enjoy a pleasant weekend:

Bhandardara

Bhandardara is a hill station nestled in Western Ghats, speckled with waterfalls and forts. Monsoon paints place in a lush green colour which is typical of Western Ghats. Bhandardara is great for trekking and camping receiving a lot of footfalls in a year. Popular attractions of place include Mount Kalsubai, Ratnag Fort, Harishchandra Fort, Umbrella waterfall and Randha Falls. Stargazing is also a popular activity for tourists. It is 185 kilometers from Mumbai by ro. You can also reach re by train, nearest railway station being Igatpuri which is 35 kilometres from Bhandardara. You can avail any public transport to reach place. re are many resorts where you can stay for weekend.

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Maran

Maran is a cozy little hill cape on Western Ghats. Although it is a little town, it is very popular among tourists. Maran boasts of old world charm and red soiled ros. It has a total of 36 viewpoints, most popular being Echo Point, Alexander Louisa Point, Parama Point, and Porcupine Point. re are trekking trails leing to most of se points. Charlotte Lake is a popular picnic spot with nature lovers. Maran is just 100 kilometers from Mumbai, closest railway station being Neral. From Neral you can take toy train to top of hill or hike your way up. re are many hotels and guest houses for tourists to spend night. However, Maran can also be covered in one day. 

Lonavala

Lonavala is at its best during monsoon season. lush green landscape provides a respite from din and bustle of city. Lonavala has been a popular tourist destination for a long time especially for trekking and hiking. Attractions in Lonavala include Bhaja caves, Bushi dam, Karla caves, Rajmachi fort, Ryewood lake and many more. A trivia for Big Boss fans- Big Boss house is located right here in Lonavala. Places around Lonavala which are also popular with tourists include Khandala and Rajmachi. Lonavala is 96 kilometers from Mumbai. It falls on Mumbai-Pune Expressway. It is an easy commute by ro. Lonavala also has a railway station of same name. Lonavala has a lot of hotels and resorts to house tourists. 

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Ganapatipule

Ganapatipule is a popular weekend destination for those who love sea beach. place gets its name from 400-year-old Swayambhoo Ganapati Temple. It is a beautiful seascape along Konkan coast with pleasant wear. Apart from Ganapti Temple, Ganapatipule has a lot of or attractions like Jaig Fort, Jaig Lighthouse and Malgund vill. re are also a number of water sports for tourists to indulge in. Ganapatipule is 343 kilometers from Mumbai. It is also well connected by rail, nearest railway station being Ratnagiri. From here you can get public convenience. Ganapatipule has a lot of resorts to lodge tourists. Temple also provides accommodation for minimal charges. 

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Lavasa

Lavasa is a project of Maharashtrian government which is still underway. city is being designed like Italian coastal town, Portofi on Mose valley near Pune. It is a beautiful blend of natural and man-me infrastructure and it first planned hill station. If you are looking for a leisure holiday to escape hustle and bustle of city, n Lavasa is your place. re are a number of activities for tourists like watersports, indoor golf center, venture sports, games arce and many more. Lavasa is approximately 200 kilometers from Mumbai. It takes around four hours to reach by ro.

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