55 kms from Pune is Rajmachi. It is just
20 kms from Lonavala. An easy trek
through the Tungarli lake takes you to
Rajmachi. The way is too far but still
interesting. You come across forest,
waterfalls and Tungarli Lake on the way.
Rajmachi of comprises two peaks viz
Shrivardhan and Manaranjan.
3250 feet high Shrivardhan is called the
Bale Killa of Rajmachi. It was built to
keep a close watch on Konkan. Manaranjan
is 2700 feet high, with several water
tanks, strong walls and with 3 doors.
Points like Bhimashankar, Matheran,
Nagphani and Karnala can be seen from
here. Khondave Caves and Bhairoba Temple
are also famous over here. |