Tapola
Also known as the Mini Kashmir of the west is a 25 km drive away from Mahabaleshwar. The drive is magnificent, with two rivers flowing around the high hills Koyna on one side and Solshi on the other. Both these rivers meet at Tapola. The dam is the biggest in Maharashtra - Known as 'Shivsagar'.The famous boat Club in Shivsagar is very popular for motor boats. One can enjoy boating
There are many unknown forts in the dense and deep forest around the lake. 'Vasota' is one of the famous forest/fort here the other is 'Jay gad'. Though one cannot reach the forts easily through the thick forests, still the view of these forts and forest nearby is very pretty. One can spot various animals in the forest such as Leopards, bears and wild fox.Tiger spotting also has been reported in Vasota.
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