The holiday
destination Kolad is our next target. This Indian tourist place is flourishing
small town of Mahad region, Maharashtra. The nature created flora and lavish greenery
is top feature of Kolad. Kolad’s valleys make the spot picturesque location.
Countless waterfalls
and Rocky Mountains with green valleys are able to make holidays special. Kolad
is having numerous waterfalls and hill points where travelers can easily spend
their vacations. Many trekking areas in Kolad are also attracting visitors
throughout the year. Local sceneries are beautiful too that can take the breath
away of voyagers.
The key spot
of Kolad is Kundalika River known as top flowing river of South India. The dam
created on river in nearby place increases the flow to river.
White river
rafting event is conducted on this river and voyagers can also participate in
this show. The distance of rafting is covered under 14-kilometres area so
travelers can easily enjoy the best game with ample of time. However, soft
hearted people are not allowed for rafting as some points are quite dangerous
with extreme turns and stones. During monsoon river becomes heavily dangerous
and rafting in such period could be difficult challenge.
Kayaking,
river crossing and paragliding are other sports event that people can attend. Boating
is also conducted by the travel department and people love watching nature can
enjoy the boating feature at Kolad.
Attraction in Kolad:
Bhira Dam: first place to visit among
all is Bhira Dam also known as Tata Powerhouse Block. Located in small but
beautiful town with huge amount of water level is listed on top place. Construction
of dam was done on 1927 by the big Indian group Tata.
Dholwal Dam: another location is Dholwal
Dam which is the high power Dam for power supply to surrounding districts.
Ghosala Fort: Kolad is admired for architectural
brilliance showed in construction of Ghosala fort which is located among the
Salav and Revdanda creeks. Fort is constructed on Roha Hills of Kolad and can
be reached from north side with no more difficulty.
Kuda Caves: Kuda is another small town
having admired Buddhist caves. Constructed over the striking Janjeera hills close
to Kolad is next tourist destination. The tallness of caves is 150 feet to 200
feet from the sea level.
Tala Fort: next listed place is Tala
fort constructed on the south side of Malti creek. Height of Tala fort is 1000
feet from sea level.
Sutarwadi Lake: nature loving people
can visit the place located on backdrop of royal Sahyadris. The striking Sutarwadi
Lake is popular for bird watching. Sunset and sunrise are two moments which are
really special and in both condition the lake becomes magnificent.
Tamhini Falls: next is waterfall known
as Tamhini falls also recognized as Valse. This attractive spot is close to Kolad
having countless waterfalls with high hilly rocky mounts. The peace, calm and
breathtaking views of Tamhini falls makes it special destination for vacations.
Gaimukh: religious people can attain to
Gaimukh (means “mouth of cow”) which is the tiny town in Bhandra region, Maharashtra.
Shrine of mentioned place is devoted to God Shiva. Attaining to Gaimukh during
Maha Sivarathri could be dissimilar experience for voyagers.
Rafting: next attraction of Kolad is rafting
that people can do in Kundalika river. The rafting distance is 14 kms longer
and covered with full of adventurous paths. In monsoon river turn into more
challenging and dangerous as the flow of water comes with high pressure.
Nagothane: wooded hills spot Nagothane
is next destination placed on the banks of Nagothana or Amba stream.
Attaining to Kolad:
Mumbai is
only 113 kms away from Kolad whereas Pune city is 122 kms, Hyderabad city is 683
kms, Bangalore is 919 kms, and Nagpur is 924 kms.
By Air: closest air hub to attain Kolad
is CSIA (Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport) of Mumbai located at only
distance of 113 kms. Mumbai airport is having direct flights from abroad and
local cities so flight is best method to attain Kolad the best destination.
By Train: local railway station of Kolad
is connected to Central Mumbai, though many big cities are having link and
direct trains for Kolad. Trains for Kolad from Dadar, Diva, Ratnagiri, Sawantwadi,
Roha, Bhavnagar, Kochuveli, Lokmanyatilak T, Trivandrum, and Mangaon are available.
By Bus: state transport of Maharashtra
is having buses for Kolad town as well. Private and chartered buses are also
accessible from Mumbai and many nearby big cities of India.
