Winter is finally here and so is the season of charming
picnics, bonfires and get-togethers. It is that time of the year again when we
can blissfully don our party hats and scout for places to enjoy a much needed
break after a year full of work and studies. Children and adults are equally
excited about getting away from the busy humdrum of the city to enjoy some
quality time picnic-ing with family and friends.
The people of Mumbai are lucky to be surrounded by a lot of
viable options when it comes to one day picnic spots near Mumbai. One can
easily drive down to these places for a quick day trip and even choose an
overnight stay if one desires. One such popular destination is the industrial
town of Khopoli.
Khopoli falls in the Raigad district of Maharashtra and lies
at the foot of the Sahyadri range. It is roughly 57 km from Mumbai and would
take you about 2 hours by road. Because of its closeness to Mumbai city and its
scenic beauty, Khopoli has fast grown into a vastly recommended weekend getaway
from Mumbai. Being flanked by lush green hills and water bodies, it makes for a
perfect destination to take your family and loved ones for a quick picnic in
this weather.
Because of the huge number of tourists that flock here at
all times of the year, there are numerous resortsnear Khopoli that offer you a place to unwind and de-stress in the lap of
nature. Some places will also provide you with a local guide who can take you
on a sightseeing tour covering the various attractions around the city. A lot
of these Khopoli resorts also
organize adventure activities as part of different packages for their guests. Many
of these places also double up as picnic spots with spacious lawns, outdoor and
indoor activities and games, poolside buffet and barbeque facilities. One can
even opt to make a stay overnight to enjoy some warm bonfire with some great
food and music.
The winter months with its series of holidays call for some
quality time with your near and dear ones. It is the season of all things warm
and snug. Taking a day or two out of our busy schedules to dedicate it for some
recreation and relaxation is a must at this time. After-all, everyone deserves
a vacation.
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