Ramdara / रामदरा

When you visit Ramdara, you will be mesmerized by its nature and peaceful surroundings. Also, the temple is the main attraction there. The Sahyadri mountain range that surrounds the village adds to its charm and makes it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Rich cultural heritage

            One of the highlights of Ramdara is its rich cultural heritage. Prabhu Ramachandra lived in this place for some time during his exile, hence the name Ramdara. There is a temple of Lord Shri Ram in the middle of a pond. A bridge has been built over the lake for the devotees to go to the temple. When you go to any temple in Maharashtra or the country, you see a wall of stalls and shops, not so around this temple. The temple itself and the dense vegetation around the lake create a sense of tranquility. There are lotus ponds in the pond and ducks, fish and turtles roaming around it. Some are built around trees to sit on. There are idols of saints on the walls of the temple. There is also a sculpture of Lord Shankar doing Tandavan dance. In front of the temple there is a marble Nandi on one plinth and an idol of Hanuman on the other plinth.

Ramdara
Adventure opportunities

Ramdara has a lot to offer for adventure seekers. The surrounding mountains offer plenty of opportunities for trekking, hiking and rock climbing. You can also go camping, bird watching to immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings. Malhargad fort can also be seen from temple area. Malhargad is half an hour away.

Dining Facilities:

Locally run eateries in the temple premises serve good and tasty food. Vegetarian food is also available here.

Major attractions :
  1. Caves: Another interesting attraction is the Ramdara Caves.
  2. Bird watching: Birt watching at Ramdara Bird Sanctuary.
Spring in Ramdara

Apart from the rainy season and winter months, Ramdara offers a unique experience during the spring season, from March to May. In spring, Ramdara becomes a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers. For adventure lovers, Ramdara offers exciting opportunities for trekking and rock climbing. Additionally, visiting Ramdara during spring allows you to witness the local festivals and cultural events that take place in the region. Whether you choose to visit Ramdara in monsoon, winter or spring, every time of the year has its attractions and unique experiences.

How to reach :

Once you reach Pune, you have several options to reach Ramdara. If you prefer a more convenient and comfortable mode of transportation, a taxi or private car rental is a good option. 26 km from Pune. On the Pune to Solapur highway, there is a small road to the right from Loni Kalbhor village. 5 to 6 km on this road. State Transport Department buses and PMPML buses are available from Swargate to Loni. If you come by bus, you have to take a rickshaw to Ramdara.

A places to visit near this temple :

Dive Ghat

While going to Saswad from Pune, one has to pass through Dive Ghat. After passing through Dive Ghat, Mastani Lake can be seen from above. Also, after climbing the ghat, the entire area of Hadapsar can be seen and the idol of Vithuraya attracts our special attention. Vari of Pandharpur also passes through Dive Ghat.

Bhigwan Bird Sanctuary

Various migratory birds from North India and other countries can be seen in this bird sanctuary including flamingos, grey herons, kingfishers, sandpipers, egrets gulls and many more. The best time to visit this place would be between January and February as most of the birds visit the sanctuary during this period.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

error: Content is protected !!
Scroll to Top