{"id":4199,"date":"2025-08-10T23:08:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T23:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/10\/best-weekend-getaways-from-mumbai-for-independence-day\/"},"modified":"2025-08-10T23:08:00","modified_gmt":"2025-08-10T23:08:00","slug":"best-weekend-getaways-from-mumbai-for-independence-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/10\/best-weekend-getaways-from-mumbai-for-independence-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Weekend Getaways from Mumbai for Independence Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-1\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-d0a066f0f7a55b48c853fc105a01ed58.jpg\" alt=\"The monsoon \" title=\"The monsoon \" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> The monsoon season is arguably the best time to explore places around Mumbai. The area is known for its lush greenery, which is covered in rain fog during this time of the year. The mountains are drenched, and the lakes are filled to the brim. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-2\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-6993e2dd6a792c498ad88a8b274b3c23.jpg\" alt=\"Independence Day,\" title=\"Independence Day,\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> So, if you are planning a weekend getaway this Independence Day, it is definitely the best time. Here are our top picks. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-3\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-0672cd223541d57ec9f04b441765cb85.jpg\" alt=\"Lonavala \" title=\"Lonavala \" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Lonavala:<\/strong> From the breathtaking view at Tiger point to a trek to the Rajmachi Fort, Lonavala has plenty of adventure and beauty during the monsoon. But, if you don\u2019t want to do much and just relax, there are good luxury resorts where you can unwind, take in the greenery, and just chill. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-4\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-87debba710bca3b5d4abc6ff52a38347.jpg\" alt=\"Khandala\" title=\"Khandala\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Khandala:<\/strong> Khandala is more like a hidden gem and not quite as popular as Lonavala. But tourists vouch for this beautiful high-altitude destination as a bonafide Eden. You can explore the ancient Bedsa Caves nearby, covered in marvellous carvings. You can also stand on Duke\u2019s Nose and take your perfect selfie. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-5\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-0ed2c1b77a9385abf86f2dc87691c8c6.jpg\" alt=\"Mulshej Ghat\" title=\"Mulshej Ghat\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Mulshej Ghat:<\/strong> This place is popular among hikers and bird watchers. Many birds like flamingos, quails, alpine swifts can be spotted at the Pimpalgaon Joga Dam. You can also climb up the Ajoba Hillfort or enjoy the pristine beauty of many waterfalls in this area. Mulshej Ghat is a popular hilly area, or rather a mountain pass in the Western Ghats. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-6\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-03439a917c52885436aee00862fe713a.jpg\" alt=\"Murud\" title=\"Murud\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Murud:<\/strong> If you are looking for a quiet beach, then Murud is definitely worth a visit. It also has the Murud Janjira Fort, which is an island off the coast of the village of Murud. This place has some yummy seafood spreads and will bring you the peace you are looking for. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-7\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/08\/image-2025-08-5a9fd73c7a56f2776fbcc56ce5a05bdf.jpg\" alt=\"Igatpuri\" title=\"Igatpuri\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Igatpuri:<\/strong> If peace and serenity are what you seek, another lesser popular tourist destination that\u2019s definitely worth a visit is Igatpuri. There are retreats for meditation as well as temples like the Amruteshwar and the Ghantandevi. Situated amidst the rolling hills of Western Ghats, with many waterfalls around, this place will quickly put you in the right mood. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/photogallery\/lifestyle\/independence-day-2025-5-long-weekend-getaways-from-mumbai-ws-el-9496211.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The monsoon season is arguably the best time to explore places around Mumbai. The area is known for its lush greenery, which is covered in rain fog during this time of the year. The mountains are drenched, and the lakes are filled to the brim. 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