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Posted: 26 Jan 2016 08:39 PM PST

Dear Friends , Trekkers , Hikers, We at Bhramanti365 invite you for a one day Trek to Lohagad fort on 14th February 2016. Lohagad is one of the many hill forts of Maharashtra state in India. Situated close to the hill station Lonavala and 52 km northwest of Pune, Lohagad rises to an elevation of 1,033 m above sea level. Lohagad is part of the Western Ghats. It rises to an elevation of 1,033 m (3,389 ft) above sea level, and is located to the southwest of the larger Visapur fort. The range divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavana rivers. Lohagad overlooks the Pavana reservoir, located to the south of the mountain. The hill extends to the northwest to a fortified spur, called Vinchukata(Scorpion's tail) because of its resembling shape. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. Lohagad - in Monsoon  Schedule for the Event :- Meeting at Lonavala Railway Station on 14th February 2016 at 9:00 AM. For Mumbai People Catch Indrayani Express on 14th February 2016 from CST (Get into the Train via respective stations ) according to the below mentioned time @5:40 AM - CST  @5:51 AM - Dadar  @6:14 AM - Thane @6:33 AM - Kalyan @7:13 AM - Karjat  @7:58 AM - Lonavala For Pune People catch Local train according to the Time table and get down at Lonavala Railway station  Proceed from Lonavala to the base village via jeeps  Introduction round and distribution of breakfast  Start Ascend  Reach Atop ( in 3 Hrs )  Explore the Fort and visit to Vinchu-Kata  Photography time and start descend  Lunch at the base village ( to be borne by the participants) further travel to Lonavala railway station via jeeps  Reach Mumbai / Pune according to the Transport availability ( Tentative time to reach Mumbai will be 8:00 PM) The cost for the trek is 500 /-Which includes Transportation from Lonavala 2 Lonavala, Breakfast , First Aid and Expertise Charges .One has to Transfer (NEFT) 500/- into the Bank account to confirm his / her... Read more

Posted: 26 Jan 2016 07:28 PM PST

Trekगुरु : Trek to Asherigad Date : 31st Jan 2016 Height: 2000 feet Range: Palghar Level: Medium Cost: 300 rs aprx Contact: pravin 9821318848/9821465256     ------------          Asherigad is big brother of other forts in the Palghar region due to its massiveness and height. Raja Bhoj built the fort about 800 years ago. Raja Bimb, ruler of Mahim captured it from Kolis in the beginning of 14th century. Portuguese had a control of the fort in 1556 and made it the head of 38 villages. The fort was taken by Moghals in the mid of 17th century but again captured by Portuguese in 1683. With the battle of Mahim and Vasai in 1737, Chimaji Appa took over the control of the fort and it was under the rule of Marathas till 1818 then was handed over to Britishers.      Base village is Khodkona. It takes approx 1.5 hrs to reach the col & then 0.5hrs to reach the top. In the col, there is a temple of Vaghjai. The route then leads to carved steps. Remains of settlements, a ruined entrance, fortification symbols, Portuguese shield, 17 water cisterns, 2 lakes, a cave, temple are the things to see on top. One can see forts like Asheri, Adasul, Kohoj.     -----------   Journeys and trek scheduled :-   Meeting point : Palghar Railway Station  The CHURCHGATE – DAHANU local train timings are given as below: – It's a FAST local   Churchgate : 05:24 Dadar        : 05:41 Bandra.    : 05:46 Andheri     : 05:55 Borivali      : 06:09 Vasai          : 06:34 Virar          : 06:46 Palghar      : 07:26   People coming from Thane-Dombivali-Kalyan can catch Dombivali-Boisar shuttle:-   Dombivali : 05:43 Vasai          : 06:35 Virar          : 07:04 Palghar      : 07:52   08.00 AM : Palghar station (meeting point) Breakfast 08.30 AM : Move to Base Village by S. T. Bus / Tamtam 09.15 AM : Reach Base village Introduction round 09.30 AM : Start Ascending 12.30 PM : Reach top Fort exploration Lunch Rest 02.00 PM : Start descending 04.30 PM : Base Village 06.00 PM : Return Back to Palghar station 09.... Read more

Posted: 26 Jan 2016 06:33 AM PST

PAWANA LAKE : CYCLO-CAMPING   6th February to 7th February 2016    A circuitous cycling route of arround 70 km involving some off roading around the Pawana Lake in Pune District. We would also encounter a multitude of challenges, making this is a memorable trip for all those who are young at heart. This is not a race against time. It is short distance to be covered in reasonably comfortable time so that you enjoy the nature and surroundings. We will set up our camp on the banks of Hadshi Dam to the south of Tikona Fort. Watching the stars sleeping in tents is an experience you will cherish   Day 01:  Lonavala to Hadshi Dam 40 kms We reach Lonavala as early as possibe and start our cycling from Lonavala. We start cycling towards INS Shivaji and get down towards Amby Valley and reach Ghusalkhamb. At this point we take a left at ghusalkhamb and start circuiting the lake. Further riding towards Hadshi Dam we reach our campsite for our night stay. Pitching your own tents and barbeque at the camp site adds to the fun Overnight at the camp site  (B, L, T, D)   Day 02: Hadshi to Lonavala via Dudhiware Khind 35 kms We have an early breakfast and leave Hadshie and ride further keeping the lake to our left. Continuing on the ride we cross village of Peth Tikona and reach Kale colony on the other side of the lake. The route from kale colony to Dudhiware Khind is a gradual but continuous climb that becomes steep at the Khind. The tour conclude at Lonavala. The circuit is complete!! (B) COST PER PERSON (Ex Lonavala to Lonavala): INR 1,750/- (With Escort) (Minimum of 8 paxs)    COST INCLUDES: 1. Accommodation:  In tents at a suitable campsite 2. Food: As per itinerary. (B,L,T,D) on Day-1 and (B) on Day-2 (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, T= Tea, D = Dinner) 3. A trained guide on cycle along the route along with necessary puncture kit etc. However each rider will have to carry one spare tube. Minor repairs such as replacing tube, changing Cables can be done... Read more

Posted: 26 Jan 2016 03:11 AM PST

Velas Turtle Festival 2016 Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra, in joint collaboration with the Forest Department, Ratnagiri, Kasav Mitra Mandal Velas and the Velas Gram Panchayat is organising Turtle Festival. The event will be held until the emergence of hatchlings continues. The erratic climatic conditions, including the late onset of winter, have made it difficult to predict the exact dates on which the turtle hatchlings will emerge. Hence, tourists should check the website or the facebook page to get the latest updates on the dates of emergence before visiting. The sites will be updated twice daily. Once the hatchlings begin emerging from the nests, they do so for the subsequent two days, on which they may be viewed.    BankotThis was the first residency of the British Raj in Southern Konkan. Although a very beautiful fort dotting the coastline of the Konkan strip, the fort of Himmatgad, now popularly known as Bankot (from the name of nearby village) is not a destination thronged by the tourists. There are couple of reasons attributable to its secluded status. One is that there is very little awareness and historical significance associated with Bankot and other is absence of any major township in the nearby areas contributing to lack of quality accommodation facilities. However, there is no denying that Bankot is a very beautiful fort and surely worth a visit.HarihareshwarOne of the finest sea shores in India, Harihareshwar is a nice tourist destination located in  the Konkan coast in Maharashtra. Harihareshwar is renowned for its tranquility and picturesque beach. Harihareshwar is also known as Dakshin Kashi by virtue of its importance in the spiritual arena of India, especially with an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Harihareshwar, as the name suggest is an abode of Lord Shiva.     This photo walk is for whom? Nature/Turtle Lovers Shutter Bugs (Photographers) Children / School Children's Families / Friends  In short Everyone !!!   Photo Walk Sch... Read more