This Place Should Be On Your Family’s Travel List This September

If you live in Mumbai or Pune, then this place is a must-visit. This UNESCO World Heritage site is described as a magical place in the month of September. Read more about it here.
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The monsoons have made everything humid and sticky and we're all longing for better weather. With the long weekend coming up at the end of September, we've discovered the perfect place for you to head to – it's gorgeous and the weather is much cooler – the Valley of Flowers in Kaas. Did you know that the Kaas Plateau {also known as Kaas Pathar} is a UNESCO World Heritage site? In September, the Kaas plateau is lush with flowers of every colour and variety.

Why Should You Head To Kaas

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  • When you enter the Valley of Flowers it's actually a surreal view that meets your eyes. The buds bloom in September and display colours that are stunning. A biodiversity hotspot, Kaas is home to 850 different species of plants.
  • If you’re looking for a quiet time surrounded by nature, this is the place for you. You can sit by the lake and read that book you've been wanting to finish peacefully.
  • For the slightly adventurous, there is an easy but interesting trek. You can climb to an altitude of about 3650m with hardly any effort. The slope is gradual and you'll have to walk an unpaved path. Sounds like fun right!

How To Get There

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Located at a distance of about 280km, it's a 6 hours drive from Mumbai. You must drive via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, towards Satara to get to Kaas. You can also take a bus from Dadar station.

What Else You Should Know

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  • There are homestays and hotels in the area but book early to avoid disappointment.
  • There are also a number of conducted tours if you are unsure about going there on your own. You can check the Mumbai Travelers tour or the Mumbai Natural History Society tour for more information.

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