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Malshej
Ghat located in Pune is a special attraction for trekkers, hikers, adventurers,
and nature lovers. Malshej Ghat stands 700m high in the mountains. The
characteristic beauty of the wooded countryside and its exquisite bird and
animal life, the rugged mountains holding historic forts, high-plateau forest
houses, resorts and sanctuaries and the most venerated rivers brings liveliness
to this land.
Nestling in the Western Ghats, the Flamingo Hill Resort and sanctuary attracts
trekkers and mini-adventure tourists like magnet. The beauty of the resort lies
in its forested environs and monsoon lakes where orange and white flamingos make
their abode in monsoon every year. The Flamingo Hill Resort is surrounded by
misty hills, placid monsoon lakes and cool, fragrant forests.
 For
the hikers, trekkers, and history lovers, the journey to Shivenri Fort, the
birthplace of Raja Shivaji, is memorable. This unusual hill has Buddhist caves
dating to the 3rd century and is surmounted by an important historic fort -
Harishchandraghadh situated at an altitude of almost 1,424 metres is interesting
to climb. Those interested in religious journey can travel to Ozar and Lenyadri,
two Ganesh temples honoured by all devotees. There is a centuries old shrine of
Shiva - Bhimashankar, which is set at the origin of the river Bhima. All these
temples are at a close distance.
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