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The Sahastrakund waterfall that is close to the Nanded city in Maharashtra, is just a smaller version of the Niagara Falls in the US and Canada. No, this is not an overstatement! There is a lot of truth in this. Just visit this corner of Maharashtra and see the waterfall for yourself, and you will believe this. Another good thing about this waterfall is that, here, you will find water round the year. Far too many waterfalls are monsoon dependant. This means that, if you are visiting in the monsoon, you can get a good view because there is a lot of water. But it becomes little more than a trickle at other times of the year. Not this one. The Sahastrakund falls in Nanded is happening round the year, no matter what the season.
India is lucky to have thousands of waterfalls of all sizes. The Dudhsagar waterfall is certainly one of the more impressive ones, and naturally, it ranks among the most popular falls. In fact, some people are even of the opinion that this is among the most stunning waterfalls in the world. These people are probably right. The fact is that, it is not always about the height or the volume of water. The structure (its shape) of the waterfall, the ambience all around (its location), and the adventures it can provide are reasons too that should be considered. The Dudhsagar secures high marks here.
If you are going from Mumbai to Pune, just cross the last tunnel before Lonavla, and you will suddenly come across a sight that you might remember for many years. Standing before you will be the tall Kune waterfalls. Leave the new Mumbai-Pune Expressway and take the highway that was used before for a closer look. This slight detour is certainly worth it. You will definitely be mesmerized. This detour will just cost you ten minutes. Once you have reached the Kune church, you will know that you are almost there. You will see a huge stream of water jumping down the cliff. There are two sections. Each one of them is 100 meters high, making the Kune waterfalls the 14th highest in India. If you have not seen Kune in all its glory, then you have definitely missed something.
Close to the highest peak in Maharashtra, Mount Kalsubai, is the breathtaking Randha waterfalls in Bhandardara. The water falls from a height of 45 meters. Yes surely, there are much bigger falls in India, and even in the state of Maharashtra. But the fact remains that, rarely will you find one that is more beautiful than Randha. This is what makes this waterfall so special. Actually, it is the surrounding areas and what you can see there that together make this place a must visit. There is the Wilson Dam and the Pravara River. Nature lovers love it for the greenery. There are plenty of hiking and trekking trails. There are camping sites too. There are forts too at Harishchandragad, Ratangad and Ratangad. If you are interested in Maratha history, then you might want to visit these forts.
Step aside from Mumbai and you will almost instantly have nature all around you. There are quaint little hill stations, pristine beach resorts, and historical forts. If it’s the monsoon, then you can head out of the city for a waterfall that is located within a beautiful hill station. Welcome to Dabhosa Jawhar. Most people from Mumbai and even Pune head to the beaches during the rains. But the problem is, there are simply too many people there. Not everyone welcomes these crowds. If you are looking for a quieter getaway, then you can try this Dabhosa Jawhar waterfall. With so much rain all around, the Dabhosa becomes really wild this time of the year.
If you are traveling from Pune to Mahabaleshwar, or the other way round, then just a few kilometers from this wonderful hill station, you will suddenly stumble across an awesome sight. This is your Lingmala waterfalls. It is the Venna River jumping down from a height of 600 feet. The river of course originates from the Venna Lake which is located at the top of the cliff from where the river jumps down on its journey to reach the valley below. If you visit during the monsoon, then you will see the gushing stream of water roaring down to the valley. It will be accompanied by deafening sound that is not unpleasant to the ear.
The 720 kilometer long coastline and the neighboring area or ‘Konkan’ in Maharashtra is uniquely bounded by the Sahyadri hills in the east and the lashing waters of the Arabian Sea on the west. It abounds in rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, lush green valleys and last but not the least, tales of man’s eternal struggle against the forces of nature. Take for instance the Saitwade Vijaydurg waterfall. True, it is not among the most well-known waterfalls even in the state of Maharashtra. But the fact remains that you can take nothing away from this, when it comes to beauty.
There are very few waterfalls in the northern part of Maharashtra. Most of them seem to be located in the south of the state. But there really shouldn’t be any reason for complaining because there is the Chinchoti waterfall. There aren’t too many better ones north of Mumbai. A lot of people from Mumbai, Thane and the adjoining areas visit Chinchoti on a weekend. It is indeed a great short excursion. Of course the monsoon is the most stunning. The waterfall really becomes wild as it is constantly fed by fresh water. But remember, the approach roads and even some of the villages can go under water this time of the year. So think again whether you want to visit Chinchoti during the rains. The waterfall is a good weekend trip in other times of the year too.
There are many beautiful waterfalls in India. Luckily, we have some amazing waterfalls in Maharashtra too. The Chinaman falls that is close to Mahabaleshwar is one of them. It is located just 2.5 kilometers from Mahabaleshwar, and so, because of this proximity, almost every tourist who visits the hill station in Maharashtra makes it a point to come to the falls. There are visitors all around the year. Some of them just come to the Chinaman as casual visitors, take pictures, and then move on to other locations. But there are those who come to spend an entire day. These are your picnickers. Some enthusiastic people even take a shower in the water. They have a lot of fun.
You can certainly consider yourself lucky to be a citizen of India. The country you live in is among the most diverse of all, when it comes to the natural splendors. There are the incredible peaks of the Himalayas in the north of the country. There are some amazing beaches along the western and eastern coasts, in Andaman and the Lakshadweep Islands. Then there are dense forests, extravagant palaces, forts perched on top of hills, and some truly wonderful temples. But this list won’t be complete if there is no mention of the waterfalls in India. We are lucky to be home to some of the most visually stunning waterfalls anywhere in Asia.
