Bhushi Dam
भुशी धरण
A stone dam that overflows during the monsoon. People sit on the steps and let the water rush over them, making it the liveliest spot in Lonavla during the rainy season.
Bhushi Dam sits on a tributary of the Indrayani River about 5 km south of Lonavla and was originally built to supply water to the railway. Every monsoon the reservoir overflows, and water pours down the dam's stepped face. Visitors sit on the stone steps to play in the water, while nearby stalls sell roasted corn and fried snacks. Weekends are packed. Because of drowning accidents in recent years, authorities often restrict access to the steps during heavy rain, and visitors must follow their instructions. Entry is free. The dam is almost dry in the dry season, so it is not worth a special trip then.
Opening hours
Daytime during monsoon season
Nearby sights
- Lion's Point
- Tiger's Leap (Tiger Point)
- Duke's Nose
- Kune Falls
- Shree Narayani Dham Temple
- Tungarli Lake
- Rajmachi Point, Khandala
- Della Adventure Park