Popular hill resorts, the two destinations are about 5 km apart. They offer lush meadows, beautiful waterfalls and the Karla and Bhaja caves cut out of rocks in the 2nd century BC. Also visit the numerous lakes around the area such as Tugauli, Lonavla and Bhushi.
Matheran
Matheran is Mumbai's nearest 'hill station' set amidst a dense forest and undulating hills. High cliffs plunge into deep ravines here giving you the view of an unending vista of plains. Forget your chaos filled life here and unwind with nature.
Pune
The popular student town where a deeply conservative Maharashtrian population coexists with scores of students, nipping about on their bikes, piling into clubs. Visit Pune for the Osho Ashram. Set in beautiful leafy surroundings at Koregaon Park, you will see people moving about here, dressed in maroon robes. Visit the famous German Bakery for delicious desserts or buy Osho slippers in all colours possible from the pavement stalls.
