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The hill station Lonavala
August 29, 2011 | 
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Lonavala, a popular tourist destination in the Sahyadri Hills is situated at an altitude of 622 meters above sea level in the state of Maharashtra. It attracts a large number of tourists, especially from the neighboring places like Mumbai, Pune, Nasik, Baroda, etc. The months from May to October at best, because the nice weather. The hill station was discovered by Sir Elphinstone, the Governor of Bombay Presidency during the British rule in 1871.
Lonavala derives its name means “Lonavali the Sanskrit word” cave “. This is because the place has many caves of Bhaja caves beds, caves, and the caves of Karla. Bhaja caves are probably many centuries old and were built by Buddhist monks . images of archaeological importance are engraved on the walls of the cave. There is also a waterfall at the end of the cave, which adds to the aesthetic beauty of the place.
Karla Caves, are probably also built by Buddhist monks, is the largest temple in the cave in India. The magnificent architecture of the caves sheds light on the rich Buddhist heritage to 100 AD The inscriptions on the walls means that the caves were used by monks to meditate for an indefinite period.
The place is known also used for the series of historic forts during the Maratha dynasty Kalegad Fort, Fort Lohagad, Tikona Fort and Fort Tung. Today, they act as strong views on the beautiful landscape of the place to admire from a great height. In addition, a number of lakes adds to the mountain station to its beauty and offers the opportunity for people in boats.
Lonavala is an ideal resort for the needs of all types of holiday tourists to meet. It is a common place for couples on honeymoon. It also offers hiking and adventure trips. Their beauty touches the soul enchanted admirers of nature.
The clean environment and pleasant climate have the place in a health center made. Many people visit the place to take a break to rejuvenate just minutes from the last time and nerves. Apart from the majestic views on the Deccan Plateau and makes the Konkan Coast resort on both sides of the mountain make it a perfect holiday option for both domestic and international tourists.
As Lonavala is a small place, you can opt for auto-rickshaws, taxis, buses and even to decide as a means of transport. But renting a bicycle is a tourist attraction that is very pleasant in the middle of the cool mountain air.
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Consider snowboard holidays
I wish you and your family were more active during the winter months, but found to have problems, to break their loved ones in their annual hibernation? Maybe you simply feel like you are tired snow? Winter vacation may be just the thing to leave the house and in nature. Winter sports are not only great exercise, they are great fun for the whole family can enjoy.
Alpine Skiing
When people think of winter sports, they think most ski resorts, and no wonder why. Skiing is the classic winter sport, and there are many opportunities for skiing, it appears to be for everyone. Most people are familiar with skiing alpine skiing, where you can coast down the side of a mountain or a mountain track. Alpine skiing is the most popular sport, and you can find varieties of recreational and competitive sport in most ski resorts around the world.
Snowboard
Snowboarding is a winter sport becoming increasingly popular. An exciting mix of surf, skate, ski, this can work anywhere ski that is offered. Like downhill skiing, alpine snowboard are driven by gravity, to control its direction and speed balancing your upper body.
Cross-Country Skiing
If you are a hiker, cross country skiing might be for you. The oldest form of sport originated, more than 4,000 years in the Scandinavian countries as a way to fast on the snowy plains wide. This activity provides exercise timeless surprising, because the slide skiers on flat ground and tilted, with its poor, helped by the posts, and legs. Skiing, you and your family in a beautiful winter wonderland to take sights on your own.
Planning your holiday
Skiing and snowboarding are all over the northern United States and Canada. Europe also offers great snow destinations in countries like France, Austria and Greece. If you’re starting, you need not spend hundreds of dollars to purchase your own exercise equipment. Ski resorts usually offer skis, helmets, boots, snowboards and other equipment for rent. Many also offer ski packages pass, rental and lesson that can save you even more. Paths are difficult as they are, and most resorts have options to offer a wide range of difficulty levels, classified according to their needs.
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