79 Places to Visit Near Karad

Best Time: August - September

Rajmachi is a town bathed in its old world charm snuggled in the Sahyadri ranges of Maharashtra. This Konkan beauty boasts two well-known peaks - Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts, located in close proximity to Lonavala and Khandala. The startegic location of the fort was well caliberated move to keep an eye and control the Borghat on the busy Mumbai - Pune highway which was a crucial trade route since the 17th century. The monsoon season witnesses a gre...

Best Time: July- February

Kolhapur is a city in the state of Maharashtra and falls in the Kolhapur district. It is believed that the place was named after the demon Kolhasur, whose dying wish was to name the place where he was killed after him. Thus the name Kolhapur, ‘Pur’ means a city. Kolhapur experiences better climate than the other neighbouring cities. The temperature in summer ranges from 10⁰C to 38⁰C and during winter it is between 9⁰C to 32⁰C. This place is visited by a...

Best Time: June to September

Chiplun is a tehsil in Ratnagiri district in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is the centre of Chiplun Taluk and is positioned on Mumbai-Goa highway, also known as National Highway 66 (earlier named as NH-17) in western India. The town is approximately 320 km south of Mumbai in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. In the tranquil, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life lies the city of Chiplun which grants you a lifetime experience amongst the...

Best Time: October-March

A port city on the Arabian Sea, Ratnagiri is one of those destinations that are specifically for unwinding and rejuvenation. From beautiful hills to refreshing hot water springs, Ratnagiri has everything one needs to find peace and positivity in life. It is a part of the Konkan region of Maharashtra. With a relaxing environment around, Ratnagiri is also a very interesting place for all history buffs. Ratnagiri is known to be the birthplace of Lokmanya B...

Best Time: November - February

Ganpatipule is a beautiful enchanting beach along the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. The village is known for the Ganapati Temple which is at least 400 years old. Ganapatipule attracts pilgrims as well as tourists from all parts of the country. It is often combined with a trip to nearby destinations such as Goa and Ratnagiri.

Best Time: September-May

Panchgani is a beautiful hill station that falls under Satara district in Maharashtra, India. Panchgani that literally means five hills was derived from the five mountains of Sahyadri mountain range. This picturesque hill station is a relief for tourist during summer time with its cool and pleasant weather and location where it stands close to 1,350 m above sea level. This beautiful mystically veiled tourist destination has streams and brooks, cascading...

Best Time: March to May

Celebrated for its pleasant excellence and invigorating feel, Mahabaleshwar is a lovely slope station settled in Satara District in the Indian territory of Maharashtra. It tenders enchanting sight of the fields alongside lavish green backwoods that look fabulous and stunning. Lying at a rise of 1372m, Mahabaleshwar proffers superb and new surroundings that lure the explorers from each alcove and corner of the globe. It is the precarious slopes, spouting...

Best Time: September-May

Hedvi is a little town situated close to the town of Guhanagar in the Konkan area of Maharashtra. On the off chance that you are searching for a disconnected spot away for a long end of the week but then remain near places of interest, your answer is Hedvi. A little bay of dark sand shoreline Hedvi is essentially far from everything, even cell phone inclusion yet is exceptionally near well-known goals like Ganpatipule Velneshwar and Guhagar. It is basic...

Best Time: Throughout the year

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Dapoli is a small town in Ratnagiri situated about 215 kms from Mumbai. A perfect spot for beach holidays, Dapoli has everything you can ask for in a vacation spot. Along with lazy beachside vacations, Dapoli has a lot of wonderful sea forts, hot springs and archaeological sites for you to explore and enjoy. Home to a number of ancient temples with caves and waves scattered around, Dapoli has something...

Best Time: Throughout the year

Known for beautiful beaches and majestic forts, Murud is a picturesque destination in Raigad district of Maharashtra. With its pristine landscape, soothing beaches, Murud is an excellent destination for relaxed vacations along beautiful sandy beaches. Apart from the beaches, Murud is famous for the magnificent Murud Janjira Fort, Kasa Fort, and Gol Gumbaz. Situated on an oval-shaped rock in the Arabian sea, 165 kms from Mumbai, the fort of Murud is loca...

Best Time: Throughout the year

A serene hill station detached and secure from the human hustles located deep in the Western Ghats! The Amboli hill range is the perfect getaway to enjoy wild springs, seasonal falls, amazing treks, and the powerful Ghats in its variety and fullest form. This place is also known for its strong Hindu religious history and background. Some of the remote temples here are worth a visit even if you are not a devotee. The legend says there are about 108 templ...

Best Time: Nov-Mar

Malvan is a town in Maharashtra which is famous for Sindhudurg fort. Tarkarli can also be combined with this trip (8km from Malvan).Malvan is a culturally and truly essential town in the Sindhudurg locale of Maharashtra. It is outstanding generally for the Sindhudurg Fort of Chatrapati Shivajiraje. Socially, it is well known for it's mouth-watering Malvani ocean bottom and desserts, which generally sees a hot and humid climate because of its proximity t...

Best Time: October-March

Located in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, Tarkarli is a prominent tourist destination amongst the people of the country as well as foreigners. At a distance of 546 km from Mumbai, Tarkali serves as an ultimate goal for the adventure seekers and beach lovers. Tarkarli has a series of pristine white sand beaches, where one can enjoy walking on the shores, have a family picnic or dive into the many water sports, that has been introduced there. Being s...

Best Time: September to March

Sawantwadi is located in Sindhudurg district in the state of Maharashtra. Sawantwadi was earlier recognised as the capital city of 'The Royal Kingdom of Sawantwadi', which was reigned by Bhonsale clan of Marathas. Sawantwadi is a spectacular town located on the National Highway (NH17) that links Mumbai and Goa. A lot of travellers stop by the place for refreshments and resting purposes. The place houses a magnificent royal palace which comprises of a hu...

Best Time: October-March

Harihareshwar, a small beach town in Maharashtra, lies in the district of Raigad. It is surrounded by three hills named Harihareshwar, Harshinachal, and Pushpadri on 3 sides. Besides having a sea-shore on the fourth side, the river Savitri enters the Arabian Sea passing through the town of Harihareshwar. Apart from being a major pilgrimage center, Harihareshwar also serves as a beach resort with two very beautiful beaches, namely Harihaeshwar beach. The...

Best Time: September- March

Lavasa is a city which is still being developed and it falls in the Mulshi Valley in the district of Pune in the state of Maharashtra. It is being built based on the Italian town, Portofino. The city is being built by Hindustan Construction Company and covers an area of around 25000 acres. The project has faced several oppositions for procurement of land, violating the environmental laws, as was claimed by the Indian Environment and Forest Ministry in 2...

Best Time: December to March

An amusing olio of the classical and modern, Pune is a pulsing centre of learning and industrial activities. It is internationally acknowledged for its incredible as well as breathtaking tourist spots, it is also perceived as the cultural capital of Maharashtra. The British took over the city in 1817 and even today remarkable colonial-era spell can be sensed in the ancient structures and suburban spaces, bearing a balmy coevality of the traditional and ...

Best Time: July-September

Diveagar is one of the beautiful beachside villages along the Konkan coast in Raigad region of the state of Maharashtra, India. The entrance to the shoreline has a thick cover of Belu trees, which are generally uncommon in the region alongside various Suru trees (Casuarina), which are common to seaside areas of Maharashtra. While discussing seaside vacations, one can never pass up a major opportunity to visit one of the well-known beaches in Maharashtra...

Best Time: October to March

The southern part of India has many hidden treasures when it comes to beautiful terrain and historical importance. Once such gem is the Bijapur. A city of extreme royal signifincance and the home to the Gol Gumbaj. Besides Gol Gumbaj there a number of other monuments showcasing India’s rich heritage whether it comes to regal architecture or grandeur. Bijapur is the ideal tourist location for those looking tk peek into the royal era. The largest dome of...