Top Hill stations around Kolhapur: Kolhapur is a beautiful city located on the banks of the Panchganga River in Maharashtra. This beautiful city is famous all over India for Kolhapuri slippers and sandals as well as jewellery and cuisine.

Kolhapur is a city in Maharashtra that boasts of a rich heritage from the Maratha times. This is the reason why every year lakhs of domestic and foreign tourists come to visit Kolhapur.

Kolhapur is not only a popular tourist destination, but some hill stations present around the city also make it even more special. In this article, we are going to tell you about some wonderful hill stations located around Kolhapur, which you can make a travel destination anytime.

Panhala Hills

When it comes to the most beautiful and famous hill stations located around Kolhapur, Panhala Hills is mentioned first. Along with its beauty, these hills are also famous for Panhala Fort.

Due to its presence on the top of the mountain, Panhala Fort is a very popular place in the nearby cities. The greenery surrounding the fort adds to its beauty. Panhala Hills is also known for its breathtaking views. During weekends, tourists from far and wide come here for a picnic.

  • Distance-The distance from Kolhapur to Panhala Hills is about 21 km.

Dandoba Hill Station

Dandoba Hill Station is not only located around Kolhapur but is considered a popular hill station in the entire Maharashtra. Dandoba Hill Station is known for its beauty along with crooked trees, grasslands lakes and waterfalls.

Dandoba Hill Station is also considered a perfect place for long drives. Many people from other cities of Maharashtra reach Dandoba Hill Station to enjoy the long ride. Dandoba Hill Station is no less than heaven for nature lovers. The cool climate here attracts tourists a lot.

  • Distance- The distance from Kolhapur to Dandoba Hill Station is about 72 km.

Gaganbawada

Gaganbavada, situated at an altitude of more than 3 thousand feet above sea level, is a hilly area, which many people also know as a beautiful hill station. Gaganbavada is a small but no less than a paradise for tourists.

The waterfalls present in Gaganbavada attract the most tourists. This beautiful place is also a popular beach for trekkers. In Gaganbavada one can see a beautiful view of the mountain ranges located in the Western Ghats. The beauty of Gaganbawda is at its peak during monsoon.

  • Distance- Distance from Kolhapur to Gaganbawda is about 58 km.

Panchgani

Whenever the most famous and popular hill station of Maharashtra is mentioned, Panchgani is mentioned. Located in the Satara district of Maharashtra state, it is the most visited hill station in the entire Maharashtra.

The enchanting views, lakes, waterfalls and greenery add to the beauty of this hill station. This hill station surrounded by about five hills is considered to be the best destination to visit around Kolhapur. In Panchgani, you can explore the best places like Kaas Plateau, Table Land, View Point and Bhilar Falls.

  • Distance- The distance from Kolhapur to Panchgani is about 169 km.

Mahabaleshwar Hill Station

Mahabaleshwar is a very beautiful hill station in Maharashtra. This beautiful hill station always stands ready to welcome tourists. It is one of the most visited hill stations of Maharashtra.

High mountains, breathtaking lakes and waterfalls, majestic peaks and dense forests add to the beauty of this hill station. In Mahabaleshwar, you can explore the best places like Elephant Head Point, Arthur's Seat, Venna Lake and Mahabaleshwar Temple.

  • Distance- The distance from Kolhapur to Mahabaleshwar is about 179 km.

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