When it rains, every city becomes beautiful. Each place has its unique charm in rain. But if you are studying or working in Pune, then soon you will realise that the city looks like a dream in the monsoon. Hot cups of tea from chai ‘tapris’, hot onion ‘bhajjis’ and long rides with friends, Pune is the best place to be during the rainy months.
Surrounded by the Sahyadris on one side, and just at the northern tip of the Western Ghats, Pune is ideally located for many monsoon destinations. You have to step out of the city, and drive only for a couple of hours to reach a microcosm of natural beauty and rustic countryside.
Here are five best destinations to cover in a day around Pune this monsoon.
Looking At The Mula River From Across Mulshi
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45 km away from Pune, you can take a bus or ride to Mulshi. Dominated by a dam over the Mula river, just before it enters Pune, the area becomes a canvass of green during the monsoon. Perfect for a day’s outing, Mulshi turns lush green with a variety of fauna and flora during the rains.
Binging On Strawberries At Mahabaleshwar
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If you love the mountains, then head to Mahabaleshwar. A popular hill station among the locals, the place takes on a life of its own after the first showers. Rolling meadows of grass, deciduous trees and simple folks make it an inviting place. And don’t forget to try the strawberry cream ice cream once you are there.
Colourful Meadows At Kaas Plateau
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136 km from Pune, near Satara is a block plateau that turns into a colourful heaven. Multiple belts of different coloured flowers cover the meadow, and make it look like nature’s canvas painted with God’s brush. It is truly a natural wonder, and you should not miss this sight in monsoon.
Enjoying The Ghats At Malshej
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Even if you are in Pune, you can enjoy the celebrated monsoon of Western Ghats in Malshej. Just drive for three hours and you will arrive at a green paradise. There are small hikes, trails, many waterfalls and gorgeous views of the valley all through the ghat.
Camp Near A Lake In Bhandardhara
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Bhandardhara is a land of waterfalls and greenery. There is something for everyone here. There are lakes, monsoon waterfalls, hikes and treks. It is also known to be a good spot for bird-watching. You can even undertake one of the rigorous treks at Kalsubai from Bhandardhara.
So, book a ride and escape into the nature to enjoy the best of monsoon in Pune.
