May 15th, 2008 | 
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Introduction
A small but beautiful hill station, Khandala is one of the major hill
stations in India in the state of Maharashtra.It is located amidst the hills and
valleys of the Sahyadri mountain range. It is situated 101 km southeast of
Mumbai and 69 km from Pune and is set at an altitude of 625 meters. Khandala
offers beautiful green environs and draws the interest of travelers from far and
wide.Earlier, Khandala was a part of the terrain of Chhatrapati Shivaji. Later
it eventually went to the power of the British. Khandala is positioned at the
top end of the Bhor Ghat on the roadway between the Deccan Plateau and the
Konkan plain.
It has several trekking trails around it which is a delight for the adventure
lovers. it nestles on the western slopes of the Sahyadri mountain range.
Best Time To Visit
Weather in Khandala is pleasant. Summers (April-June) are mild, while winters
are cool (November-February). It experiences heavy southwestern monsoon rains
between June and September. The best time to visit Khandala is between the
months of October and May.
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