Jawhar

Jawhar is a little known hill station in the state of Maharashtra. It is also called Mahabaleswar of Thane district. The scenery of the way from Nasik to Jawhar is amazing. Nestled in the Sahyadri Hills at a height of 1790 ft, Jawhar is blessed with mesmerizing natural beauty. The beauty of Jawhar increases several manifolds after monsoon. The attractions of Jawhar include Hanuman Point, Sunset Point, Jai sagar Dam etc. One of the main attractions of Jawhar is the Jai Vilas Palace. You can also hire a car and visit Dabhosa-Dadarkopra Waterfalls which is 18 km from Jawhar.

Jai Vilas Palace, Jawhar

How to Reach

The nearest railway station from Jawhar is Igatpuri (61 km). But it is better to reach the destination from Nasik. Jawhar is 90 km from Nasik. Regular bus services are available in this route. Hired cars are also available.

Where to Stay

Shanti Sarovar Resort. Tariff - Rs. 1500-2000. Tel: (080801) 75050.
Hotel Pushpanjali. Tariff - Rs. 800. Tel: 9270656666.

Papikondalu

Papikondalu is a beautiful place situated near Rajahmundry of Andhra Pradesh. On the bank of River Godavari, the place is blessed with unparalleled scenery. One can visit Papikondalu for a day or two from Rajamundri. You have to reach Pattiseema from Rajahmundry by hired car. The launch ride on Godavari River will start from there. The ride will end at Perenta Palli. Then the launch will return back to Pattiseema. Best time to visit Popikondalu is October to April.

Papikondalu

How to Reach

Rajahmundry is the nearest railway station from Papi Kondalu. It is well connected to major cities of the country by train.

Where to Stay

You can stay at Rajahmundry.
Hotel Mangal. Tariff - Rs. 995-1495. Tel: (0883) 2461038.
Anand Regency. Tariff - Rs. 175-2250. Tel: (0883) 2461201.
Hotel Shiv Balaji Residency. Tariff - Rs. 950-1800. Tel: 9830133511.
Hotel Surya. Tariff - Rs. 900-1800.

Jageshwar

Jageshwar is an offbeat hill spot in the state of Uttarakhand. Actually Jageshwar is not a hill station. It is a hamlet situated on the banks of Jataganga river. The place is surrounded by forests of Devdaru trees. The prime attraction of this village is the Jageshwar Temple. Other temples include Dandeshwar Temple, Mrityunjay Temple, Navadurga Temple, Kuber Temple, Sun Temple etc. You can also visit Chaukori from Jageshwar. On the way don't forget to see Patal Bhubaneswar.

Jageshwar

How to Reach

The nearest rail station from Jageshwar is Kathgodam. Regular train services are available from other parts of the country to Kathgodam. Hired cars are plying from Lalkuan Junction and Kathgodam to Jageshwar via Nainital and Almora.

Where to Stay

KMVN Tourist Rest House. Tariff - Rs. 1050-2200. Tel: (05962) 263028.
Shubham Guest House. Tariff - Rs. 1000-2000. Tel: (05962) 220402.

Jog Waterfalls

Jog Waterfalls is a mind blowing waterfalls in Karnataka. In this falls, the Sharavathi river is seen falling from a height of 253 m in 4 segments or streams. The names of these streams are Raja, Rani, Rocket and Roarer. Post monsoon, the beauty of Jog Waterfalls increases several manifolds. A new attraction of Jog Falls is the Laser Light Show. One can witness this amazing show every evening from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Jog Falls

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Talguppa. The station at Talguppa is well connected to Bengaluru. Bengaluru has good connectivity with major cities of India by rail and air transport. Jog Waterfalls is just 8 km from Talguppa.

Where to Stay

KSTDC Hotel Mayura Gerusoppa. Tariff - Rs. 800-2200. Tel: (8182) 6244732.