Weekend Destination: Kamshet

Nestled in the Pune district of Maharashtra, Kamshet (original name “Karmakshetra” which means the land of your karma) is one of the most crowd-pleasing weekend places near Mumbai. It is situated at a distance of 16 km from the twin hill stations of Khandala and Lonavla.Luscious green cover, placid lakes and undulating hilly terrains make it a perfect holiday destination.

The natural beauty of the surroundings of Kamshet and the charming little villages that comprise of houses made of mud and thatched roofs hold a special allure for travellers from all over the country and the world. The area is surrounded by paddy and sunflower fields. The hills in and around Kamshet are dotted with ancient cave temples and medieval fortresses.

 Kamshet is a ‘Paragliders Paradise’. Surrounded by Western Ghats, this place is regularly featured in the top 10 must visit destinations of India for an adventurous junkie.Paragliding at Kamshet is one of the major attractions and a great number of flying sport aficionados come here to enjoy world-class paragliding facilities every year.Soaring over the Pawna Lake and gliding over the beautiful countryside, provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The nearest railhead is the Kamshet railway station which runs parallel to the River Indrayani. The hills along this route have a number ofcolonial hill stations and hill fortresses.There are several places of interest such as the Karla Caves, Bedsa Caves, the Bhaja Caves, Bhairi Caves, Bhandar Dongar and the Kondeshwar Temple.A perfect blend of tradition and serene beauty can be experienced here.This scenic location is definitely a treat for the tourists’ eyes. Kamshet is a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of the urban life.

Best time to visit Kamshet – January to April and October to December

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About Shreya Chaudhury

First of all, if you are going to use incorrect grammar, steer clear of Shreya Chaudhury. A proper grammar Nazi, a hardcore music enthusiast (never seen without her headphones), a professional baarat dancer and a die hard Jeffrey Archer fan, you will probably find this 17 year old with a novel in hand, day dreaming about all these places she wants to travel in the future. If only time machines worked..