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Panchgani….An experience worth remembering

Panchgani….An experience worth remembering World voyaging brings you another place near mumbai to be visited and make worth the adventure.Panchgani a ‘Land of five hills’ is a distinguished Hill station located in Maharashtra.Located far away from Maharashtra, Panchgani promises its visitors a trip to remember. It was in the mid-term of September when our group of friends took a tour to Panchgani. Thinking back it was an unplanned trip without any discussion of sightseeing even though we had heard about the place. Although the journey was bumpy, once we reached Panchgani, our excitement knew no bounds. We were tired from the long ride but, once showered, we couldn't sit still in our room and decided to rent a cab that would take us around the hill station. The first place we visited was St. Joseph's Convent, where my travel partner was a former student. From there, we drove up to Table Land for the most breathtaking views I have ever seen in my short dull life. Table L
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Serene Beauty: Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary

Serene Beauty: Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary The Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most popular tourist places which is known for its biodiversity conservation. The Sanctuary is sheltered in the arms of nature and garlanded with a pleasing landscape, flourishing flora and assists as a living outdoor museum. It is situated between Bhandara district and Gondia district of Maharashtra. It has a wide range of fishes, mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Tigers and leopard can be frequently spotted, however, the true entreaty of the forest lies in the emblems of their presence. Pugmarks on the mud roads and territory markings on trees specify the presence of big cats. There are also frisky sambars, langurs, wild dogs and sloth bears and if you are fortunate, you might spot a peacock too. The central lake is a biggest spot for glimpsing birds such as drongo, oriole, and ground thrush.  Moreover, in the middle of Nagzira there is a temple of ‘”Naag” (snake) and also a

Experience the ecstasy of Fort Raigad, the King of Forts

Activities: Hike up to the fort and get a panoramic view of the terrain below. View the historic structures within the fort that was once the home of the famous Shivaji. Type of destination: Historic, trekking, family & kid friendly Distance from Mumbai:  103 kms Best time to Visit:  September to November Fort Raigad was the capital of the most illustrious Maratha sovereign, nurtured by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It is a monument of his prophetic vision of Hindavi Swarajya. This is a preamble prior to your electrifying excursion around Fort Raigad. It has been described by European historians as 'The Gibralter of East' .  At the foothills near village Pachad, is  Chit Darwaja , also known as  Jit Darwaja . After gruelling foot-slogging, you reach  Khoob Ladha Buruj . It is a strategically located turret, from where an aggressor attacking from either flank could be repelled. Nearly a mile ahead, after a difficult climb comes the  Maha

Historical Jal-durg: Janjira Fort

World vovaging brings you 1 more lace to visit near Mumbai. Be a wanterlust and enjoy the adventure. An oval rock alike fort christened as Murud Janjira is located adjacent to coastal regions of the Arabian sea near to Murud town, which is 103 miles towards southern Mumbai. One can take Sailboats from Rajapuri City each Janjira.   Gateway to enter Murud Janjira Fort The entrance of the fort facing towards Rajapuri can be seen when one is close to 12 m from the fort. It also has a pass way towards the open sea for escape.   Ever since it’s construction the fort had 22 rounded bastions which can be even seen intact till date. One can also find glimpses of canons of natives and European. The fort in its heydey was housed by peoples. The proof of life is evident from the amenities found there like, palaces, quarters for officers, mosque, two small 60-foot-deep (18 m) natural  freshwater   lakes , etc. The main gate also has a flanking depiction of tiger-like beast clasping ele