![]() History of Mahabaleshwar Mahabaleshwar is historically significant. Tracing back the findings of the historians it is said that Mahabaleshwar originated in the early years of 1215. However, it was the British rulers who built this place as a gorgeous "health resort". In the year 1828, the then Governor namely Sir John Malcolm had constructed a sanatorium here. Interestingly during the British period it was called the Malcolm Peth. It needs no mentioning that it got its name from the Governor. Geography of Mahabaleshwar Mahabaleshwar is positioned approximately at a height of 1372 metres or 4438 feet above the sea level. So far as the climatic conditions are concerned, due to high altitudes, Mahabaleshwar experiences cool climatic condition. It rains like cats and dogs from the months of June to September. Best season to visit the place is from March to May. ![]() ![]() According to the census of India, the total population of Mahabaleshwar has been enumerated to be 12,736. Out of it, male populace constitutes 55 percent. In comparison, female population is less and thus constitutes 45 percent. In Mahabaleshwar children who fall into the age group of less than six years constitute 11 percent of the population. The average literacy rate of Mahabaleshwar constitutes 78 percent which is even higher than 59.5 percent, India's average literacy rate. Male literacy rate constitutes 84 percent, while the rate of female literacy also is no less insignificant thereby constituting 71 percent. Tourism in Mahabaleshwar Mahabaleshwar has a plentiful of magnificent palaces having mesmerizing natural beauty. Lodwick Point has got its name from General Lodwick, who is believed to be the first person to go to the place as early as 1824. His son has raised a monument there in his fond memory. Lodwick Point rises to a height of near about 1,240 metres. Elphinstone Point got its name from the then Governor of Mumbai namely Sir Elphinstone. Dr. Murray first identified it in the beginning of eighteenth century. Arthur's Seat is another significant point of Mahabaleshwar. To the tourists it offers a panoramic view of the Jor valley. Other points like Marjorie Point, Savitri Point and Castle Rock Point are worth mentioning. They rise from Konkan valleys and are situated en route to Arthur's Sea. ![]() |
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Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra