Mahabaleshwar is one of the most picturesque hill stations nestled in the mountain ranges of the Western Ghats. The captivating landscape of this magnificent tourist spot was also favored by the British during their colonial rule of the Bombay Presidency. This heavenly hill station is an idyllic retreat for spending some peaceful moments away from the humdrum of the city life. Mahabaleshwar is also a renowned pilgrim spot and is visited by lots of pilgrims each year. The tourist attractions in Mahabaleshwar include scenic spots, vantage points offering stunning views of sunrise and sunsets, serene lakes, and beautiful temples.

Some of the most tourist attractions in Mahabaleshwar deserving a visit by the tourists on their tour to Mahabaleshwar are:




Mount Malcolm:
This was one of the most famous buildings and occupied an important place during the British rule. Mount Malcolm was built in the year 1829 with outstanding architectural skills and till date it enchants its visitors with its inescapable charm.

Catholic Church:
Among the other things to watch in Mahabaleshwar, this old Roman Catholic Holy cross church is worth a visit. Its impressive architecture and stained-glass windows are still the sights to behold.

Mahabaleshwar Club:
This club is one of the prominent tourist attractions in Mahabaleshwar and was built in the year 1881. It is well-preserved and is flourishing quite well. Only members of the club are allowed to stay here. It is very popular for its well-tended roses and fine jogging track.



Pratapgad Fort:
This legendary fort was built by the eminent Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the year 1656 in order to be in command of the rebellious rulers of Javali basin located nearby. This place is also the site of the historic battle that took place between Shivaji and Afzal Khan, who was the ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate.

Mahabaleshwar is also home to several scenic points that are located here such as the Lodwick Point, Elphinstone Point, Kate's Point, Wilson Point, Helen's Point, Badington Point, Falkland Point and Carnac Point. For the pilgrim tourists Mahabaleshwar is an important stopover due to the presence of splendid temples such as Mahabaleshwar Temple and Krishna Temple.

Besides, an excursion from Mahabaleshwar would take you to Panchgani which is a picturesque hill station and is ideal for adventure activities like trekking and hiking.

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