Lonand Satara

One of the most important market is situated in Lonand which is 50km from Satara Maharashtra. 20km from this market is a beautiful lake called as “Vir”. This place is famous for migratory birds. Many bird lovers visit this place in the month of May and December because many birds migrate to this place during this season.

32 km from Lonand and 5km from Shirwal “Naigaon” is situated. This is the birth place of Krantijyoth Savitribai Phule a great social worker during the British times. The place is maintained by Government of India. One can see a huge statue of Savitribai Phule and a home built in old architectural style. Every year the birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule is celebrated with great funfair.

12km west of Lonand is the town of Khandala. A beautiful temple of Lord Dattatray is situated here. An old temple of Goddess “Janai” is also situated here.

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