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Things to do in Nashik this monsoon (Fireflies, Trekking, Weekend Gateways)


The rains have finally descended to rescue Nashik from its rather long sweltering summer. While monsoon will wash the city anew here’s a list of things to do in Nashik during Monsoon. So leave your umbrella at home and enjoy Nashik monsoon.

Fireflies Festival in Nashik: Fireflies are mainly insects that show the character of the bio-luminescence !! They actually threw a body of fluorescent green light to attract their partner. This natural light phenomenon is so fascinating that sometimes one can experience thousands of light fireflies which is one of the best natural sights to behold.

fireflies-nashik
fireflies-nashik

For details please visit http://www.grassroutes.co.in/

Trip to Vineyards:  Wine tourism is the new buzzword in Nashik, four hours from Mumbai. There are nearly 50 wineries in and around Nashik, and exciting for wine lovers, many Nashik vineyards now have tasting rooms open to the public. What is as appealing as 10-20% discount on the sale price are available on purchases. 

Vallone Vineyards Nashik
Vallone Vineyards Nashik

Recommended Winery: http://www.vallonnevineyards.com/

Trek to Kalsubai: Kalsubai temple is located at the topmost summit. At the summit there is a plain ground with a small temple of Kalsubai, a local deity. A traditional prayer (pooja) service is held every Tuesday and Thursday by a local priest. Local villagers sell the pooja materials almost all year long, while sending their cows for grazing. On Navratri occasions many stalls are set up atop the summit for the pooja materials. During the Navratri period, for all nine days, special poojas are carried out and idol is fully decorated. Special Mela (fair) is organized for Navratri.

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  1. Kajwa Mahotsav at Bhandardara
    – The Festival of Millions of Fireflies

    Fireflies are a glowing insect that is an incredible phenomenon of nature. Fireflies have always been attracted to young or old people. These fireflies can make your surroundings romantic and beautiful. But ever imagined how you would feel if you see thousands of these flies glowing in the dark making the whole place bright. The time of looking at the glittering glow is the initial 2/3 weeks before the monsoon begins. This is a completely natural process and depends on the weather. Experiencing the moment of Glowing lights in the darkness of night is the magical moment which you can store in your mind for a lifetime.
    Some Interesting Facts about Fireflies ( Kajwa)
    • Firefly also called as “Lightening bugs”.
    • They used light to talk to each other.
    • Normally, Firefly has short lifespans.
    • Firefly is medically and scientifically useful.
    • Firefly light can be orange, green or yellow.
    • Not all fireflies have the ‘fire’
    • Male firefly is glowing to attract female firefly

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