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Mulshi Lake and Dam Pune
If you are looking for a near perfect place to visit during the monsoon, then look no further. Mulshi Lake and Dam is a perfect place to go to, it is situated approximately 35 kilometers from Pune. The atmosphere in Mulshi Lake and Dam is a very calm and quiet one. in fact, the environment is very serene even when it’s summer. It is favourable because you don’t have to wait for any season to visit because you can visit whenever.
Mulshi Dam is a place where you can go with loved one and enjoy the beautiful Dam without any form of disturbances, it is a perfect place for nature enthusiasts. If your plan is a short trip to enjoy the finest of nature’s gift or if you want a break from the fast paced city, then Mulshi Dam is the best option
Activities at Mulshi Dam
The most common activity you’ll find at the dam is camping. You can pay for a small house just beside the lake, start a camp fire and just sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of nature in view. You will hardly find anything more relaxing than this. The lake was created from the back water of the Mulshi dam, which is located on the River Mula. The lake is also encircled by the ranges of the Sahyadri mountain. When you add up the rich green serenity of the lake and the rocky mountains, the result is an exquisite beauty that defines nature. Apart from being a tourist centre, the dam is also a means of electricity and irrigation.
Places to Visit at the Dam
The lake is known for being a relaxation spot and good for camping, however, there are other exiting places to visit located near the lake. Lavasa is a place situated about 30 kilometers from Mulshi dam, it is covered in rich green landscapes. It is owned by a Private firm called Lavasa Corporation Limited. It is a very beautiful place that one shouldn’t miss out on visiting.
Some other places you can stop by if you have lots of time are: Nilkanthesgwar Temple, Tamahini Ghats, Panshet and some other notable places.
Mulshi Dam Timings
The time to visit the dam is as follow :
Monday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
How to Get to Mulshi Lake
You can use several routes to arrive at Mulshi Dam and Lake. The route from Chandni Chowk is the best way to get to Mulshi from Pune. The dam is open daily from 9 in the morning until 6 in the evening for tourists and visitors. There are a number of small houses Available for rent around the lake. Houses like Snail Cottage, Camp Temgarh, The Lakeside Verandah and the Kasturi Cottage all afford you an opportunity to stay and enjoy the natural beauty of the lake.
