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Table Land
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The highest point in the whole of Panchgani region which is at a height of 4,500 feet from the sea level is marked by this plateau region popularly known as the Table Land. As if that wasn’t enough, it is spread across an area of 95 acres, also making it the second-largest plateau in Asia. A dense cover of the bluebonnet grass covers the rocky base of this plateau made up of the mighty laterite. The jaw-dropping height of the Table Land ensures a breath-taking view of the mighty hills and the low-lying valleys. You can also view the panorama of sunset and sunrise without any obstructions when the sky splits into various colours.
For people looking for an adventurous and action-filled getaway, this is the perfect place to be. You can enjoy horse riding, trekking, merry go ride, mini trains, food kiosks, arcade games and a lot more activities filled with excitement and a lot of energy because this place has all of this and much more for your delight and pleasure. The perfect way to describe this place will be as a natural marvel of beauty. Table Land has now also become a major tourist destination in the Panchgani-Mahabaleshwar area and attracts tourists from all over India throughout the year. A lovely treasure of unparalleled picturesque views and fun-filled centre bubbling with activities, Table Land is the best choice when you want to unwind, especially if you’ve had a long week.
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Things To Do at Table Land
A big sized land and an ever bigger magnitude of splendour await at Table Land, a serene yet happening destination. Due to its height, the plateau provides for the best scenic view of the endless valleys covered in lush green foliage due to a lot of fir trees. Its stunning altitude doesn’t just keep the weather serene and cool but also lets you enjoy the fresh breeze to get rejuvenated and relaxed at the same time.
At this point at Table Land, you get a very clear view of the Devil’s Kitchen and the Rajpuri caves. Both these places hold high significance to Mahabharat. Rajpuri caves are ancient structures that find mythological references in the Mahabharat. Same is the case with Devil’s Kitchen. It is believed that the Pandavas cooked at this very place during their exile and ate their meals and enjoyed here in Devil’s Kitchen. Both the places are exciting and inquisitive in nature and are in the vicinity of Table Land. If you are a curious traveller who likes to visit offbeat and unconventional places, you should definitely check out these places.
Along the plateau are two famous tourist attractions called the Pandava footsteps and One Tree Hill Point. One Tree Hill Point is at the southern end of the land and has the only single tree that has grown here. Pandava footsteps are the rare, unique and highly interesting attraction here. The actual shape and size of the footsteps of the Pandavas are embossed here and have stayed intact for all this time.
Once you are done with the sightseeing of the breathtaking view, enjoy some lip-smacking snacks from the nearby kiosks that are available here. Roasted corn, variety of chaat, missal pav, coconut water, pav bhaji, they’ve got it all.
You can also allow your inner child to come alive by enjoying some really cool arcade games and other prop games. You can maybe also go for horse riding, covering most of the plateau in no time as it will take you across the whole of the land.
Table Land: Best Time To Visit
The weather at Table Land is pleasant and welcoming throughout the year but you can find the monthly breakup of the weather patterns below to better plan your trip and pack accordingly:
November – February: The weather during winters is not so much overwhelming here at Table Land and the temperature varies between 10 degrees and 32 degrees. This is a very good time to visit Table Land because of the breezy climate and the cool weather that makes outdoor activities and sightseeing even better. You might want to pack light woollens for this weather.
March – June: With the onset of March, the temperatures start rising a little but not too bad to sustain. The pleasant weather makes the temperature stay within the range of 15 and 35 degrees and you only need light cotton clothes for your outfit if you are visiting during this season.
July – October: There is heavy rainfall in the surrounding areas of Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar during this time. Even though the combination of hills and rains feels like a paradise to behold, it may not be the best time to visit Table Land as it is an offseason here. If you want to explore the place when there is least crowd, this is a perfect time.
How to Reach
There is no train station of its own in Panchgani, the nearest railway connection is at a distance of 26 km at Chiplun Railway Station. There is another one almost 27 km away, called the Khed Railway Station. You will get a cab or a bus from either of these places. Both these places, Chiplun and Khed also have bus stands with a regular frequency of buses moving to and fro Panchgani.