Karnala
is
an
excellent
blend
of
attractions,
that
can
be
explored
during
weekends
and
holidays.
It
is
an
ideal
place
to
have
loads
of
fun
and
indulge
in
some
adventurous
activities,
such
as,
trekking.
This
region
is
easily
accessible
from
Panvel,
a
historic
city
that
was
considered
as
a
strategic
location
during
the
rule
of
Mughals,
Marathas
and
the
British.
It
provides
access
to
many
land
and
sea
routes.
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Shirdhon Village in Raigad |
Tourists
who
plan to visit Karnala
can
arrive
at
Panvel
early
in
the
morning,
and
enjoy
a
good
breakfast
before
heading
to
Karnala.
The
journey
to
this
region
takes
about
thirty
to
forty
minutes.
After
exploring
the
Karnala
bird
sanctuary
and
the
nearby
fort,
you
can
visit
some
interesting
places
that
are
located
just
a
few
kilometres
away
from
them.
Among
these
places
is
a
village
called
Shirdhon.
It
is
a
place
where
a
famous
freedom
fighter
known
as
Vasudev
Phadke
spent
his
life.
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Karnala Hills |
He
had trained in wrestling and revolted against the British rule during
his days spent in this region. The wada or the traditional house in
which this freedom fighter spent his life can be found in Shirdhon
along with his memorial. Shirdhon Lake in the vicinity of the fort is
another attraction worth visiting.