Mumbai Diary

Cascading Joy
Kune Falls
Lying in the lap of the Khandala hills is the Kune
falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the
state. The Kune Falls is surrounded by lush green
vegetation. People often hold picnics around the
region of the falls. Innumerable number of
tourists from various parts of the country visits
this famous site annually. The waterfall is divided
into 2 sections. Each and every fall here is almost
100 meters high. In order to reach Kune Falls
tourists should catch the Mumbai Pune
Expressway and then stop at the Lonavala
bypass. From there they should avail any buses
or local transport that takes the Mumbai-Pune
highway route. On reaching Kune tourists should
be able to spot the most eminent landmark, which
is the kune Church. From there tourists can walk
the path till they arrive the falls of Kune.
It is a perfect destination for a quick escape from
the city as it lies barely 2 hours from pune.
Lingmala Falls, Satara
The Lingmala Falls in Mahabaleshwar lies on the
Mahabaleshwar-Pune road in the Satara district.
July to December is the best time to see the
waterfall. The stream here precipitates over the
face of steep cliff, unbroken when the torrent is
swollen by rain but ordinarily divided by
projecting rocks about one third of the way down
into thin silver streaks and sprays often circled by
rainbows. The water which plunges from a height
of 600 ft from the cliff offers the most scintillating
of the sights.
Dhobi Waterfalls, Mahabaleshwar
The Dhobi Waterfalls is situated on a bridle path
connecting Petit Road with Old Mahabaleshwar
Road, about 3 km away from Mahabaleshwar in
the state of Maharashtra. Dhobi Falls drop into a
deep valley and then merge with the koyna
River. The picturesque locale makes for a perfect
picnic spot with families in and around the area. A
Sunday afternoon usually reveals teeming
crowds of families sitting around, enjoying a nice
break, set against the gorgeous Dhobi
Waterfalls. While anytime of the year is good to
visit the dhobi falls, it is highly recommended to
go here during the months from july to December,
which is the best time to see these waterfalls.
This small scenic sport overlooking the Koyna
river valley is a much sought after tourist
destination for tourists, as well as the local
people. A romantic getaway, this is an ideal place
to get away with your partner, far away from the
rush and the bustle of city life. A visit to the Dhobi
Waterfalls can be clubbed into ones trip to
Mahabaleshwar.
Thoseghar Waterfalls
Thoseghar is very attractive and the freefalling
water crashing into the rocks below makes an
amazingly beautiful sound. These waterfalls are
also accompanied by a clean lake, dark woods
and highly hilly region. You can enjoy various
small waterfalls here which are about 15-20
meters high and one of around 500 meters high.
Thoseghar lies about 130 kms from Pune and is a
perfect destination for a day's picnic.