Rajmachi Point
Rajmachi Point is located about 6.5 km from Lonavla. This
point commands a magnificent view of Shivaji's famous fort,
Rajmachi (Royal terrace) and the surrounding valley. Regular
State Transport buses ply between Rajmachi Point and Lonavla
from the State Transport Bus Stand. The famous Vaghjai Dari
is also located here.
Ryewood Park & Shivaji Udyan
This is a big and beautiful garden situated in Lonavala.
This garden covers a lot of ground and it is full of majestic
tall trees. There is an old Shiva temple in this park. This
garden has plenty of place for children to play.
Tungarli Lake
The lovely Tungarli Lake supplies water to Lonavla town.
There are no buses to the site, but taxis and autorickshaws
are available from Lonavla Station (3 km).
Valvan Dam
Valvan Dam has a beautiful garden at its foot, and is a
popular evening spot 2 km from the town. This exquisitely-built
dam supplies water to the Khopoli power station at the foothills
of the Sahyadris for generating electricity. The Kundali
River feeds into the dam's reservoir.
Lonavla Lake
Lonavla Lake is a picturesque spot surrounded by natural
scenery, about 1.6 km from the town. The lake dries up during
the hot summer months.
Duke's Nose
Duke's Nose stands 12 km from Lonavla, clearly visible from
the highway while driving towards Mumbai. This is the finest
landmark in Khandala and is popular with hikers. The cliff
owes its name to the Duke of Wellington, whose famous and
ample nose it resembles.
Tiger's Leap
Tiger's Leap is a cliff-top with a sheer drop of over 650
m. The magnificent view from Tiger's Leap is enthralling.
Buses are available up to I.N.S. Shivaji and the remaining
distance of about 1.6 km has to be covered on foot.
Karla Caves, located near Lonavala, is a complex
of cave shrines built by Buddhist monks around 3rd to 2nd
century B.C.
I.N.S.Shivaji
I.N.S.Shivaji is a Naval Engineering Training Base.
Kaivalyadham - Yoga Institute
Kaivalyadham is one of India's premier Yoga institute. It's
an institute for scientific and philosophic literary research,
training and therapy in YOGA. It offers short and long term
courses in Yoga.
Reversing Station Point
Reversing Station Point is near Rajmachi Point, Khandala,
7 km from Lonavla. Famous for the panoramic view of the
Railway line going through tunnels on the one side and the
Duke's Nose on the other.
Lohagad Fort
A robust climb of about 11.2 km from Malavali Railway Station
takes you to the 'Iron Fort', once a formidable battle-station
of Shivaji. The fort commands an exhilarating view of the
surrounding hills and hamlets.
Bhushi Dam
A fabulous Waterfall near the dam is one of the most exciting
spots of Lonavla. It's a beautiful water fall between Lonavla
and I.N.S.Shivaji. Buses running on the I.N.S. Shivaji Road
stop here. 5 km from Lonavla
Lion's Point
Scenic point midway between Bhusi Dam and Amby Valley. It
is a great place to drive to.