With the monsoon setting in, the Sahyadris change colour and turn to a green haven. Hit any road going out of the city and within 20 minutes, you will find yourself in paradise. Lush green forest patches, waterfalls, rice fields and foggy and misty ghats surround you. This time, leave the usual hotspots and instead head to Madheghat with the Western Routes for a tour.

Situated about 850 m above sea level, and around 70 km south west of Pune, Madheghat is a great weekend destination during monsoon

Shruti Karkhedkar, one of the members of Western Routes, says, “It is a less explored place compared to other ghats near the city. So, it is greener and clean. It has a very beautiful view as there are forts surrounding it. The drive is also beautiful and interesting.”