Igatpuri
Igatpuri is a town and hill station in Nashik district in the state of Maharashtra.
Understand
[edit]The town is surrounded by the highest hills and forests in Sahyadri range of Western Ghats. It is about 1,968.5 ft (600.0 m) above sea level. Most of these hills have forts constructed in Satvahan dynasty period. It is a paradise for hikers and trekkers.
Climate
[edit]The weather is extremely hot in summer months of March-May. During monsoon, the town sees heavy rainfall and cloudy weather in July-November. It is the best season to visit to experience natural beauty and waterfalls. In December-February, the winter is cool and perfect for hiking and trekking.
Get in
[edit]By road
[edit]The town is on Nashik - Mumbai Highway. It is located about 20 km (12 mi) from Kasara, 45 km (28 mi) from Nashik and 130 km (81 mi) from Mumbai.
By bus
[edit]- 1 Igatpuri Bus Station.
By rail
[edit]- 2 Igatpuri railway station.
By plane
[edit]Get around
[edit]Private vehicles are the only way to get around the town and the attractions surrounding the town.
See
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- Kulang gadh
- Bitangad Trek
- Sandhan Valley
- Vaitarna Dam
- Amruteshwar Temple
- Darna Dam
- Talegaon Lake
- 1 Dhamma Giri Meditation Centre (Dhamma Giri Vipassana International Academy), ☏ +91 2553 244076, +91 2553 244144, +91 2553 244440, +91 2553 243504, +91 8380017307. Founded by S.N.Goenka, Dhammagiri is a meditation centre offers courses in Vipasana (insight meditation) a technique taught by the Buddha in India, 2,500 years ago. The large Golden Pagoda, the central theme of Dhammagiri, serves as a landmark for Igatpuri. The centre attracts a lots of people from various parts of India as well as abroad.
- Bhatsa River Valley. It is situated at the end of the Thal Ghat, just before entering Igatpuri from Mumbai. The valley lies in the basin of the majestic Bhatsa River.
- Arthur Lake. A few km from Igatpuri, lies a huge and placid Arthur Lake, set like a huge jewel amidst the dense greenery. The lake is formed by the waters of the Pravara River in the Bhandardara region.
- Kalsubai Peak (35 km from Igatpuri). It is the highest peak in the Sahyadri ranges.
- 2 Ghatandevi Temple. Just ahead of Igatpuri, after crossing the Camel Valley, comes across a small road, which leads to the Ghatandevi temple. According to the locals belief, Ghatandevi is the Protector of Ghats. The mountains of Durrar Utvad, Trimak and Harihar forms a spectacular backdrop. Behind the temple lies the Tringalwadi Fort.
- Girisagar Waterfall. This majestic waterfall near the beautiful Bhavali dam greets you to enjoy its timeless beauty amidst the fog and lush green forests. There are a ton of top attractions in close proximity of the falls and a viewpoint just above provides a great view of the Sahyadris. The waterfall is 17 km from Igatpuri train station, inside Jamunda Hills.
- Igatpuri Cemetery. It lies on a hillock, north of the town. Soldiers died while fighting the great war in India are buried here.
- 3 Tringalwadi Fort. It is situated at an altitude of 3,000 feet above the sea level. Since it is located very high, the fort offers views of the locality, including Kulang and Kalsubai mountain ranges. The fort attracts trekkers also. The top of the fort is shaped like a Turban. A temple dedicated to lord Hanuman is nearby. An architectural marvel, the fort can be accessed through a narrow pathway, down to the Tringalwadi Lake. Just a few km away from Tringalwadi Lake is Talegaon Lake formed by the small Talegaon Dam.
- 4 Camel Valley. A few metres away from Bhatsa river valley, on the right is the camel valley. On the other side of the valley is a waterfall formed by the rain waters and one have to walk over and look down to find a slope that falls over 1, 000 ft. The waterfall is the chief attraction of this place.
- The Five Waterfalls. A little further from Ghatandevi, the rough road leading to the railway line begins. Across the railway line, while climbing down, falling one below the other, are five waterfalls that form which are main attraction for tourists in Igatpuri.
- 5 Railway Lake.
- 6 Tringalwadi Jain Caves.
- 7 Bhavali Dam and Waterfall.
- Asoka Waterfall.
Do
[edit]Trekking, hiking, birdwatching are chief reason tourists come here.
- 1 Igatpuri Trek.
Buy
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[edit]Sleep
[edit]There are multiple resorts available for a weekend get-away.
- 1 Mystic Valley Resort.
- Nature's Dreamland Holiday Homes. A nice resort that offers tent cottages, wooden cottages and a 3 bedroom villa. It has a swimming pool and a restaurant.
Connect
[edit]- Igatpuri Post Office.
- Lohmarg Police Station.
- Patil Hospital.