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'''Bhandardara''' is a dam built by British during their regime in the western ghats of [[India]]. The village is located in the [[Akole]] tehsil, [[Ahmednagar district]] of the state of [[Maharashtra]], about {{convert|185|km|sp=us}} from [[Mumbai]] and {{convert|155|km|sp=us}} from [[Ahmednagar]].
'''Bhandardara''' is a holiday resort village on the [[Pravara River]] near Igatpuri, in the [[Western Ghats]] of India. The village is located in the [[Akole]] tehsil, Aahilyanagar district of the state of Maharashtra, about {{convert|185|km|sp=us}} from [[Mumbai]], and {{convert|73|km|sp=us}} from [[Nashik]].
 
Bhandardara sits by the Pravara River.Athur lake and Randha falls are tourist attractions.
 
[[File:Bhandardara Village.jpg|thumb|right|A village near Bhandardara]]
[[File:Bhandardara Village1.JPG|thumb|right|Village Folks at Bhandardara]]
 
There are number of historic and natural places of interest near the dam. From Bhandardara, visitors can climb up to see the [[Ratangad]] and [[Harishchandragad|Harishchandragad forts]]. Or, visitors can follow the trails that lead to Ajoba and Ghanchakkar peaks. The highest peak in [[Maharashtra]], Mount [[Kalsubai]] is 1646 m, and the starting point for this trek is Bari Village, located 12&nbsp;km away from Bhandardara. Atop, there is a small temple located at the summit, with views of Sahyadris and Bhandardara. The toughest trio-forts in [[Sahyadri]] namely [[Alang Fort]], [[Madangad fort]] and [[Kulang gad]] ( also called A-M-K)  located on the southern side. A very narrow [[Sandhan valley]] is on the Western side of the dam.
 
== Places of interest ==
Bhandardara is home to Mount [[Kalsubai]], the highest peak ({{convert|5400|ft|disp=or|abbr=on}}) in Maharashtra.
 
Another tourist attraction is the Wilson Dam on the [[Pravara River]], which was built in 1910. The Umbrella Falls also draw visitors, although it can be seen only during the [[monsoon]]s between July and October.  About 10&nbsp;km away from Shendi Village is the Randhaa Waterfalls.  The Ratangad fort is around 22&nbsp;km from Shendi/ Bhandardara, and is connected by both roadway, and ferry across the Lake Arthur.  On the Kalsubai side, at the far end of a 22&nbsp;km roadway across forests and tribal villages, is Konkankada from where there are views of the plains.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} Harishchandragad is another nearby mountain hiking spot with ancient temples on top.
[[File:Bhandardara dam.jpg|thumb|water level in rainy season at Wilson Dam]]
Ratanwadi is known for its boat rides.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}} Ratangad is a fortress situated at the edge of ghats with a number of water cisterns and caves. It also commands views all around and is said to be the favourite fort of the Maratha king, Shivaji.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}
 
== Attractions ==
[[File:Amriteshwar temple.jpg|thumb|Amriteshwar Temple, Ratanwadi, Ratangad]]
* [[Ratangad|Ratangad Fort]]
* Agasti Rishi Ashram
* Amriteshwar Temple(it is believed the Temple built by Pandavas in one night only)
* Sandhan Valley
*Randha Fall
*Necklace Fall
*Harishrandragad Fort
*Kokankada (Ghatghar)
*Reverse Fall
*Nhani Fall
 
==Other attractions==
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'''Wilson Dam''': Built in 1910 across River Pravara, Wilson Dam is situated at a height of 150 m above sea level. It's one of the oldest dams in the country. The opening of sluice gates creates two 60 to 80 feet cascades of water that plummet to the rocks below. [[File:Umbrella falls bhandardara.jpg|thumb|Umbrella falls formed under wilson dam, bhandardara]]
[[File:Bhandardara dam 1.jpg|thumb|Wilson dam backwaters]]
 
'''Arthur Lake''': The clear and placid lake is bounded by thick canopied forests of the Sahyadri hills. The Lake gets its water from the Pravara River. A narrow road encircles the lake forming a roughly 50&nbsp;km loop the gives access to views, campsites and hiking trails in the hills surrounding the lake.<ref name=motovore/>
 
'''Randha Falls''': At Randha Falls, the River Pravara descends down from a height of 170&nbsp;ft into a gorge. However the waterfalls are best viewed during monsoons and are not so great in other seasons.{{Citation needed|date=May 2017}}
 
'''Ghatghar''': Located 22&nbsp;km from Bhandardara, Ghatghar is a viewpoint in the area. It offers views of the Sahyadri ranges.
 
'''Mount Kalsubai:''' from Bhandardara, the highest peak of the Sahyadri range, Mount Kalsubai, can be seen. Kalsubai with its height and view is popular for trekking and so are the hills near Kalsubai. Reaching it requires a physically demanding trek, as Bhandardara is on a hill.
 
'''Ratnagad :''' Ratnagad fort was captured by [[Shivaji]]. The fort lies near the Maharashtra tourism resort and has ample of grounds to interest trekkers. The fort commands views of the surrounding areas.
 
'''Sandhan Valley''' Located 25&nbsp;km from Bhandardara, behind Samrad village. There is also reversing water falls nearby but it's active during monsoon only.
 
'''Angling:'''This is popular place for angling. Tourists can spot a number of large fish over here. Tourists can go angling, but boats are not allowed. {{Citation needed|date=December 2009}}
 
==Location==
 
'''State''': [[Maharashtra]]
'''Taluka''': [[Akole]]
 
'''Exact Location''': A holiday resort village Bhandardara is located on the western coast in Ahmednagar.
 
'''Nearest Town''': [[Akole]].
 
Distance from Akole: 45&nbsp;km.


==Transportation==
Bhandardara attractions include Wilson Dam and Arthur Lake.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Roy |first=Ainul |date=2017-06-28 |title=Top 10 Tourist Destinations You Must Visit At Bhandardara |url=https://hikerwolf.com/top-10-tourist-destinations-you-must-visit-at-bhandardara/ |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=HikerWolf |language=en-US}}</ref>


Bhandardara is easily accessible by road also from [[Mumbai]] which is around 185&nbsp;km far and [[Pune]] which is around 191&nbsp;km far. Please be careful with the narrow roads while driving on the ghats towards bhandardara.
The [[Ratangad]] and [[Harishchandragad]] forts are above the town. The highest peak in [[Maharashtra]], Mount [[Kalsubai]], is 1646 m.
 
The nearest airport is in Nashik around 90&nbsp;km, while [[Igatpuri]] Railway Station, 45+ km away, has the nearest railhead. One can board a state transport bus from Igatpuri to reach Bhandardara.
Regular buses are available from both the cities to reach Bhandardara, or you can also hire a taxi to reach the destination.


== References ==
== References ==
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<ref name=motovore>{{citation|author=Praveen Kurup|date=13 October 2016|publisher=motovore.com|title=Lake Arthur Loop|url= https://motovore.com/lake-arthur-loop-d00072660019#.p35madt90}}</ref>
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== External links ==
== External links ==
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* [https://web.archive.org/web/20090315024024/http://www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/mtdc/HTML/MaharashtraTourism/TouristDelight/Hillstations/HillStations.aspx?strpage=BhandaradaraHillstation.html MTDC, Bhandardara]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20090315024024/http://www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/mtdc/HTML/MaharashtraTourism/TouristDelight/Hillstations/HillStations.aspx?strpage=BhandaradaraHillstation.html MTDC, Bhandardara]
*[http://www.amazingmaharashtra.com/2012/10/bhandardara.html Bhandardara]
*[http://www.amazingmaharashtra.com/2012/10/bhandardara.html Bhandardara]
*[http://www.akolemazaa.com]{{Dead link|date=July 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20211125190213/http://akolemazaa.com/]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070730220740/http://india.journeymart.com/bhandardara/default.asp Bhandardara City Guide]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20070730220740/http://india.journeymart.com/bhandardara/default.asp Bhandardara City Guide]


Latest revision as of 19:06, 26 February 2026

Bhandardara
Village
Arthur Lake
Arthur Lake
Bhandardara is located in Maharashtra
Bhandardara
Bhandardara
Location in Maharashtra, India
Coordinates: 19°31′45″N 73°45′5″E / 19.52917°N 73.75139°E / 19.52917; 73.75139
Country India
StateMaharashtra
DistrictAahilyanagar
Government
 • BodyGovernment of Maharashtra
Elevation
740 m (2,430 ft)
Language
 • OfficialMarathi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Telephone code02424
Vehicle registrationMH-17
Nearest cityNashik Sangamner
Lok Sabha constituencyShirdi
Vidhan Sabha constituencyAkole

Bhandardara is a holiday resort village on the Pravara River near Igatpuri, in the Western Ghats of India. The village is located in the Akole tehsil, Aahilyanagar district of the state of Maharashtra, about 185 kilometers (115 mi) from Mumbai, and 73 kilometers (45 mi) from Nashik.

Bhandardara attractions include Wilson Dam and Arthur Lake.[1]

The Ratangad and Harishchandragad forts are above the town. The highest peak in Maharashtra, Mount Kalsubai, is 1646 m.

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Roy, Ainul (28 June 2017). "Top 10 Tourist Destinations You Must Visit At Bhandardara". HikerWolf. Retrieved 31 May 2024.

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