![]() History of Panchgani The scenic beauty of the hill station of Panchgani was brought to light by the British, during the British rule in India, in the form of a summer resort, and a superintendent by the name of John Chesson was given the charge of Panchgani hill station during the 1860s. He was credited to have planted several plant species from the western world in Panchgani, which also includes poinsettia and silver oak, which developed considerably from that time in Panchgani. The place was also developed by the British as a retirement place owing to its pleasant climate. Geography of Panchgani ![]() Climate of Panchgani The temperature at Panchgani hill is about 12 degree Celsius in the winter season, and at times it gets to a temperature of about 34 degree Celsius in the summer season. However, the humidity in this hill station is quite low. Education in Panchgani Some of the educational institutions in the Panchgani hill station area include several boarding schools which were constructed in the late 1800s. These schools draw students from the closely-located cities of Pune and Mumbai, and also abroad. Presently, there are more than 30 boarding schools in the area. Some of the other educational institutions in Panchgani include the Anjuman-E-Islam, Aram Vidyalaya, Anjuman-E-Islam, Billimoria High School, Cambridge High School, Bharati Vidyapeeth Academy, Marathavada Gurukul Hostel, Kimmins High School, Godevli Education Society, New Era High School , Silver Dale High School, Vidya Niketan High School, St. Josephs Convent, etc. ![]() The hill station of Panchgani in the state of Maharashtra is counted among the most beautiful and attractive tourist destinations in India. Its beauty is in itself a wonder, with the entire Panchgani surrounded by green trees and hills. Since five hills surround this place, it is known as Panchgani. On the way from Pune to Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani is a reputed hill station of Maharashtra. It puts on display some of the most bewitching views of the Krishna River as well as the coastal plains. Far away from the noisy areas of Pune and Mumbai, the place offers an utter tranquil environment. Some of the major attractions of Panchgani include the Sydney Point. It is located on a hillock which faces the Krishna Valley. One can have a beautiful sight of the Dhom Dam, Mandhardeo and Pandavgad. Another prominent attraction is the Parsi Point. The table land is a flat and large area of laterite rock and also the second longest mountain plateau in Asia. Some of the large and spacious caves like the Devil's Kitchen can be seen from here. There is a belief that the Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata spend some time at this place. Pandavgad Caves located close to Wai are believed to be constructed by them. Mapro Garden is located between Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar. Visiting Information on Panchgani Panchgani is the typical hill station which is also very convenient for those looking for a respite from the pollution of the metros. Starting from the month of September to the month of May is considered to be the most favourable time to visit the Panchgani hill station. ![]() |
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