Junnar Tourist Places & Attractions Guide

25 Best Places to Visit Around Malshej & Junnar

The Malshej Ghat and Junnar Taluka region is rich in history, heritage, and raw nature. From ancient Buddhist caves to massive mountain forts, there is so much to explore. Here is a quick list of top places you must add to your travel checklist:

Historic Forts & Trekking Peaks

1. Shivneri Fort (Birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj)
2. Harishchandragad Fort (Tolar Khind route)
3. Hadsar Fort
4. Chavand Fort
5. Jivdhan Fort
6. Naneghat (Ancient trade route cave)

Waterfalls & Lakes

7. Kalu Waterfall (Highest in Malshej)
8. Aadrai Jungle Waterfalls
9. Pimpalgaon Joga Dam Lake
10. Manikdoh Dam Reservoir
11. Khireshwar local waterfall

Temples & Caves

12. Lenyadri Ganpati Temple (Ashtavinayak cave temple)
13. Ozar Vigneshwar Ganpati Temple (Ashtavinayak temple)
14. Harishchandreshwar Temple
15. Kedareshwar Cave (Shiva Linga)
16. Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple (approx 2 hours drive)

Your Stay & Dining Base

Centrally located near Kalyan-Ahmednagar highway, River Side Resort and Stay in Khireshwar provides easy road access to all these top places. We offer comfortable family stays, ample parking, and delicious local thalis cooked on mud stoves.

Planning a visit near Malshej Ghat or Harishchandragad?

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