# Igatpuri

Igatpuri is a town and hill station in Nashik district in the state of Maharashtra.

## Understand

The town is surrounded by the highest hills and forests in Sahyadri range of Western Ghats. It is about 1,968.5 ft (600.0 m) above sea level. Most of these hills have forts constructed in Satvahan dynasty period. It is a paradise for hikers and trekkers.

### Climate

The weather is extremely hot in summer months of March-May. During monsoon, the town sees heavy rainfall and cloudy weather in July-November. It is the best season to visit to experience natural beauty and waterfalls. In December-February, the winter is cool and perfect for hiking and trekking.

## Get in
### By road

The town is on Nashik - Mumbai Highway. It is located about 20 km (12 mi) from Kasara, 45 km (28 mi) from Nashik and 130 km (81 mi) from Mumbai.

### By bus

* 19.69436873.5691221 Igatpuri Bus Station. (updated Jun 2023)

### By rail

* 19.69405373.5623792 Igatpuri railway station. (updated Jun 2023)

### By plane

The nearest airports are in Mumbai and Nashik.

## Get around

Private vehicles are the only way to get around the town and the attractions surrounding the town.

## See

* Kulang gadh
* Bitangad Trek
* Sandhan Valley
* Vaitarna Dam
* Amruteshwar Temple
* Darna Dam
* Talegaon Lake
* 19.70216273.5536031 Dhamma Giri Meditation Centre (Dhamma Giri Vipassana International Academy), ☏ +91 2553 244076, +91 2553 244144, +91 2553 244440, +91 2553 243504, +91 8380017307. Founded by S.N.Goenka, Dhammagiri is a meditation centre offers courses in Vipasana (insight meditation) a technique taught by the Buddha in India, 2,500 years ago. The large Golden Pagoda, the central theme of Dhammagiri, serves as a landmark for Igatpuri. The centre attracts a lots of people from various parts of India as well as abroad. (updated Jun 2023)
* Bhatsa River Valley. It is situated at the end of the Thal Ghat, just before entering Igatpuri from Mumbai. The valley lies in the basin of the majestic Bhatsa River. (updated Jun 2023)
* Arthur Lake. A few km from Igatpuri, lies a huge and placid Arthur Lake, set like a huge jewel amidst the dense greenery. The lake is formed by the waters of the Pravara River in the Bhandardara region. (updated Jun 2023)
* Kalsubai Peak (35 km from Igatpuri). It is the highest peak in the Sahyadri ranges. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.69935673.5245372 Ghatandevi Temple. Just ahead of Igatpuri, after crossing the Camel Valley, comes across a small road, which leads to the Ghatandevi temple. According to the locals belief, Ghatandevi is the Protector of Ghats. The mountains of Durrar Utvad, Trimak and Harihar forms a spectacular backdrop. Behind the temple lies the Tringalwadi Fort. (updated Jun 2023)
* Girisagar Waterfall. This majestic waterfall near the beautiful Bhavali dam greets you to enjoy its timeless beauty amidst the fog and lush green forests. There are a ton of top attractions in close proximity of the falls and a viewpoint just above provides a great view of the Sahyadris. The waterfall is 17 km from Igatpuri train station, inside Jamunda Hills. (updated Jun 2023)
* Igatpuri Cemetery. It lies on a hillock, north of the town. Soldiers died while fighting the great war in India are buried here. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.74080673.5356563 Tringalwadi Fort. It is situated at an altitude of 3,000 feet above the sea level. Since it is located very high, the fort offers views of the locality, including Kulang and Kalsubai mountain ranges. The fort attracts trekkers also. The top of the fort is shaped like a Turban. A temple dedicated to lord Hanuman is nearby. An architectural marvel, the fort can be accessed through a narrow pathway, down to the Tringalwadi Lake. Just a few km away from Tringalwadi Lake is Talegaon Lake formed by the small Talegaon Dam. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.69152373.5237974 Camel Valley. A few metres away from Bhatsa river valley, on the right is the camel valley. On the other side of the valley is a waterfall formed by the rain waters and one have to walk over and look down to find a slope that falls over 1, 000 ft. The waterfall is the chief attraction of this place. (updated Jun 2023)
* The Five Waterfalls. A little further from Ghatandevi, the rough road leading to the railway line begins. Across the railway line, while climbing down, falling one below the other, are five waterfalls that form which are main attraction for tourists in Igatpuri. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.70450873.5730765 Railway Lake. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.734973.5406656 Tringalwadi Jain Caves. (updated Jun 2023)
* 19.64808973.5974357 Bhavali Dam and Waterfall. (updated Jun 2023)
* Asoka Waterfall. (updated Jul 2023)

## Do

Trekking, hiking, birdwatching are chief reason tourists come here.
* 19.70413173.5684721 Igatpuri Trek. (updated Jun 2023)

## Sleep

There are multiple resorts available for a weekend get-away.
* 19.69436373.5315131 Mystic Valley Resort. (updated Jun 2023)
* Nature's Dreamland Holiday Homes. A nice resort that offers tent cottages, wooden cottages and a 3 bedroom villa. It has a swimming pool and a restaurant. (updated Aug 2023)

## Connect

* Igatpuri Post Office. (updated Jun 2023)
* Lohmarg Police Station. (updated Jun 2023)
* Patil Hospital. (updated Jun 2023)

## Go next

* Nashik
* Lonavala
* Khandala
* Mumbai
* Shirdi
* Panvel
* Bhimshankar