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Romantic Weekend Getaways from Pune

by: Piyanka

Tired with your hectic daily work schedule that is taking the fun and love from your life? Probably the busy city life of Pune, the same work schedule, no time left at the end of the day takes away the spark from your life making it monotonous day by day. Probably it’s the time for you to take hold of your partners hand and head for a romantic weekend to bring back that charm in your life. Rich with geographical splendor and history dating back to the age of royalty, the weekend getaways are located in close proximity to Pune and are well connected. So escape to somewhere close by travel destination, near Pune, for a weekend holiday vacation for a couple of days and make the vacation seem like a week.

Following are the ideal destinations for Romantic weekend getaways From Pune: Goa
Goa is an iconic tourist destination as famed for being the romantic weekend getaways From Pune and Mumbai. Adorned with pristine beaches, party atmosphere coupled with Goan cuisines flavored with most exotic spices makes it a great destination for couples and party freaks. Goa is also a great honeymoon destination so all newly married and couples looking for a weekend retreat from Pune can choose Goa to start the new innings of their lives.

Khandala
Khandala is an ideal romantic getaway around Pune. Nestled in the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Khandala is a pristine hill station located in the Western Ghats. Adorned with splendorous natural vista, Khandala amazes its tourists with scenery of lush green hills, mesmerizing valleys, pretty lakes and magnificent cascades. The best time to visit Khandala is the rainy season. Couples planning a short weekend retreat from Pune during the monsoon, visit Khandala to experience the nature at its best when the heavy showers bring everything to life.

Matheran
Another popular romantic weekend destination from Pune is Matheran. A small hill station situated on the Western Ghats, Matheran is about 120 km away from Mumbai and a popular hang-out zone for both domestic and international travelers. The valley is famed for its pure air and pollution free surrounding. Declared as an eco-sensitive area, the usage of vehicles is banned in Matheran making it the only place in the world without the use of vehicles.

Mahabaleshwar
Located in the Western Ghats region, Mahabaleshwar is one of the evergreen forests of the world and a favorite outdoor shooting location for Bollywood. This region is renowned for its stunning views of the densely forested valley. Mahabaleshwar is an ideal romantic weekend retreat for couples looking for serenity and privacy. Do not forget to take a boat ride in the Lake Venna and if you visit during the strawberry season (October to March), you will find fields with rows of strawberry shrubs.

Alibaug
A coastal town, Alibag is a small city renowned for its gardens of mango and coconut trees. Today the beaches of Alibag make it one of the most preferred romantic weekend getaways around Pune. Couples looking for a romantic beach destination choose from a number of pristine beaches of Alibag including Alibag beach, Varsoli beach, Akshi beach, Nagaon beach, Kihim and many others.

Panchagani
A scenic hill station, Panchgani is located approximately 100 km away from Pune. The area is a favorite picnic spot for residents of Pune and also the locals. Dotted with several gorgeous sightseeing attractions Panchgani is an ideal retreat for enjoying romantic weekend holidays from Pune. The region is also in close proximity to another popular hill station, Mahabaleshwar.

Lonavala
Well connected with Mumbai-Pune highway, Lonavala is easy to reach from Pune. Lonavla is at its best during the monsoons. Couples looking for a romantic weekend retreat from Pune head to Lonavala and do not miss the Reyewood Park & Shivaji Udyan and the pristine Lonavala Lake.

Diveagar
Diveagar is among few beaches of konkan. It is approximately 180 km away from Pune and takes around 5 hours to reach there. This is a very beautiful beach with a small village surrounded by greenery. It is better to go for two days and one night stay. Good vegetarian and non vegetarian food is available.

Lavasa
Located 60 km from Pune, Lavasa is the largest hill station in India. Situated among the mountains with a waterfront view to die for, it is one of the planned and integrated mountain cities under construction. Away from the hustle bustle of the city, the place is relaxing and pollution free providing utmost privacy to couples on a weekend holiday from Pune here.

Malshej Ghat
Located 120 km from Pune, Malshej Ghat, famous for its waterfalls and thick mist, is a must visit weekend destination from Pune, especially during monsoons. Couples looking for a romantic retreat do visit the place in the monsoons between July and September. It is recommended to stay at Malshej Ghat for a night to completely savor the experience.

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