Mahabaleshwar & Panchgani:Strawberry cultivation in Western Ghats

Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani are situated in the Sahyadri ranges and popularly known as the strawberry hubs of Western Ghats. They are the most widely and renowned retreats in the Western Ghats and popular among Mumbaikars and the public of Pune. These destinations mostly remain fully packed during the holidays and are considered as weekend drives for the people.

Panchgani
Panchgani

Strawberry cultivation mainly happens in the Mapro gardens and is harvested in parallel and layered for favorable results. The famous Mapro Gardens are available in the city, and they are really educating, and one must pay a tribute to visit them once in their lifetime. 

Panchgani

Mahabaleshwar receives the highest rainfall in Maharashtra

The beauty lies in the unblemished ranges of the Sahyadri ranges of the Western Ghats that attract travelers from all around the world. Mahabaleshwar Hotels, rest houses, and villas are available for tourists but are quite expensive and it would be good to book them in advance to get rid of exorbitant prices. Panchgani is a 45 minutes drive from Mahabaleshwar and is often called the strawberry city of India. The entire area around Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar is covered with thick forests and mountains and the climate remains mostly rainy and foggy. We can expect a clear and cool climate during winters which capture the heart and the mind of every happy and mindful traveler.

Panchgani

The Mapro Gardens are situated in between Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar

The renowned Mapro Gardens are situated in the way, and it is a delight to see these fruits ripening and the way they are managed by the gardeners and the local inhabitants of the region. Also, we get to purchase a lot of syrupy materials and drinks from the commercial outlets of the region at a budgeted price and purchased by the people to serve them in the summer season. These strawberries are also sold raw by the locals and have an exuberant smell and taste that attracts millions with their color and aesthetic advent. We can find the local shops in Panchgani and on the way to Mahabaleshwar that really entices anyone with their aroma and appearance. They are not that expensive and are available throughout the year in chunks where people come from all corners of Maharashtra to pay a tribute to this wonderful and exotic fruit.

MAHABALESHWAR FAQ

Where is Mahabaleshwar?

Mahabaleshwar is very popular among the public of Mumbai and Pune. Mahabaleshwar receives considerable rainfall and serves as the perfect holiday destination during weekends.

How can we reach Mahabaleshwar?

We can reach Mahabaleshwar from Pune or Mumbai by availing of road transport with halts at Panchgani. It takes about 5 to 6 hours to reach Mahabaleshwar from Pune.

What are the things to do in Mahabaleshwar?

Mahabaleshwar is very popular due to strawberry cultivation happening at the Mapro Gardens in Panchgani which is an hour’s drive from Mahabaleshwar. It remains the top picnic spot for families and friends willing to spend the weekend and enjoy beautiful sunrises and hill walks.

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