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Vigneshwara Temple
The Vigneshwara Temple or Vighnahar Ganapati Temple of Ozar (also spelt as Ojhar or Ojzar) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom. The temple is one of the Ashtavinayaka, the eight revered shrines of Ganeshain Maharashtra, India. The Ganesha form worshipped here is called Vigneshwara (spelt also as Vigneshvar(a), Vigneshwar…
St. Thomas Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Thomas is one of the most prestigious landmarks in the city of Mumbai. Built in 1718, the cathedral is a standing example and symbol of the early British settlement. The Cathedral was built in an effort to maintain and possibly improve the standards of the British settlement. The first Anglican Church…
Mount Mary Church
Mount Mary Church is a Roman Catholic Church, dedicated to ‘Virgin Mary’, situated in Mumbai. This ancient church, built in 1640 and then rebuilt in 1761, is also known as ‘The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount’. What makes this church even more beautiful is that it is sited on top of a hill…
Ajoba Fort
An attractive and famous spot which offers rock climbing and trekking activities, The Ajoba Hill Fort is a most visited place in the region. The Darkoba Peak holds its own charm and rock climbing and trekking can also be done here. Type : Hill forts. Fort Range : Shahapur. District : Thane. Grade : Easier. How to reach : Kasara–Ghoti–Rajur–Kumshet :…
Aundha Fort
A North-south range of Sahyadri, which turns from Igatpuri towards eastern Thal Ghat, is known as ‘Kalsubai Range’. It is divided into two parts, one being Alang, Madan, Kulang and Kalsubai, and the other at the east is Aundh, Patta, Bitangad, Aad and mountain of Mhasoba. The fort of Aundh is like a pinnacle, since…
Avchitgad Fort
The southern part of Konkan is adorned by natural beauty. The city of Roha is situated on the banks of Kundalika River. Avchitgad is situated in the mountain ranges around Roha. This region is beautiful, and the fort is one of the rich forts of Maharashtra. Dense woods along the mountain have made it bit…
Lavasa
Lavasa is a private, planned city being built near Pune. A 25,000 acres (100 km2) or 8,000 acres (32 km2) project being developed by HCC, this as-yet-incomplete city has been controversial for multiple reasons including procurement of land, harm to the environment,[1] and loans acquired through political corruption. The name Lavasa was devised by the…
Tapola
Tapola famously called the mini Kashmir of the west is a rustic hamlet with a magnificent lake – Shivsagar. Tapola is at the end of the road and practically a dead end! From Mahabaleshwar Tapola is 25 kilometers away and the drive to Tapola is a picturesque one with vistas galore on either side of…
Mulshi
Misty green hills, few lost clouds meandering across a bright clear sky and a lake with sparkling blue water – This is the picture perfect beauty that awaits you at Mulshi. Mulshi Lake is amongst the most popular weekend get aways from Pune. Thanks to the salubrious weather all through the year, even in summers,…
Siddhivinayak Temple, Siddhatek
The Siddhivinayak Temple of Siddhatek is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom. The temple is one of the Ashtavinayaka, the eight revered shrines of Ganesha in the Indian state of Maharashtra and the only Ashtavinayaka shrine in Ahmednagar district. Location: The temple is located on the northern bank of the…