Sunday, August 18, 2013

A Monsoon Sunday in Lonavala -- Water Everywhere

Monsoon brings out all the waterfalls (and people) around Lonavala.

There are a number of waterfalls at the end of Lonavala Dam. Some have paths leading about half-way up the mountain, and many people enjoy the cool, clean water. There are small concession stands at the base of these falls.
Another waterfall a bit further up the road.
The road coming into the Bhushi Dam area. Lots of places to "Pay & Park". By the time we left, people were arriving on tour buses and many more in private autos, motorcycles, tuk-tuks, and on foot. Apparently this is the thing to do on Sundays in Lonavala during monsoon.
The footpath to Bhushi Dam. We did not realize that we would have to wade nearly waist-deep in murky water to get to the dam. We decided not to get that wet!
A closer view of the river crossing to get to the dam. In addition to wading through water, you have to "wade" past dozens of vendors selling snacks, trinkets, and flip-flops.
It's difficult to see, but all these people are sitting/wading on the spillway of Bhushi Dam.
And so that's what you do on Sundays during monsoon in Lonavala!

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