Amboli is a well-known hill station nestled in the Maharashtra state of India. At a height and altitude of 690 meters, it is the last hill station before the coastal highlands of Goa and relatively unexplored one. It is situated in the Sahayadri Hills of Western India, one of the world's "Eco Hot-Spots" and it therefore is home to a variety of flora and fauna.
Historical Significance of Amboli
According to history, the Amboli village came into existence as one of the staging posts along the road from Vengurla port to the city of Belgaum, which was extensively used by the British to supply their garrisons in south and central India. It is also believed that there are 108 temples of Lord Shiva in and around Amboli of which only a dozen have been uncovered, one as recently as 2005.
Tourist Attractions of Amboli
The incredibly high rainfall and the plentiful waterfalls and mist during the monsoons are the main attractions of Amboli. Other tourist destinations are Nangarta Falls, Kavleshet Point, Maruti Mandir, Mahadev Gad, Sunset Point, and Shirgaonkar Point.
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