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| The Wilson Point (Sunrise Point) is the highest point of Mahabaleshwar hill station at 4,710 feet above the sea level. The point is a vast bare rock with three observation towers erected at different spots. It's actually a plateau and a very popular tourist spot. There are three masonry round platforms which offer splendor view of the sunrise. The platform no: 2 is the best platform to view sunrise, one can also see sunset from this point. |
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| Connaught Peak |
| Connaught Peak is the second highest peak in Mahabaleshwar located on the in the Old Mahabaleshwar Road. This peak was formerly called as Mount Olympia. In 1880, the Duke of Connaught visited this fabulous spot and he was so inspired by the grandiose of the peak that he renamed the peak with his name. After that Mount Olympia became called by the name Connaught Peak. Situated at an altitude of 1400 meters this peak is a favourite destination of riders.
Besides its challenging treks and rides, this peak offers stupendous views of the entire Mahabaleswar valley. Krishna Valley, Kamalgadh, Elphinston Point, Torana, Pratapgad Ajinkyatara and Venna Lake looks marvelous when viewed from the top of this peak. |
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