Potholes (Nighoj Kund) Near Morachi Chincholi

One Day Trip Near Pune With Family


Nighoj is well known for pot holes and the temple dedicated to Malganga. The place is located 90 kms away from Pune city in Ahmednagar District. It can be visited as one day outing for Pune. It is a small village, nearnest town is Shirur. These pot holes are located 3 kilometers away from the village. Villagesrs are simple and friendly people, they will guide you to your destination.

The potholes are created naturally on riverbed of Kukadi River. These pot holes are in different shapes and sizes. These potholes are really awesome creation of the nature. These potholes are created due to erosion created by river water. Several potholes were big enough for an adult to fit in.

 

Water in some of these pothole move in circularly motion like whirlpool – motion. The river leap from one rock to the other, going deeper down this rock bed, it was a fun-filled adventurous experience. These gigantic pot holes are amazing phenomenon attracts researchers and experts from all over the world.

In summer when water level goes down, these pot holes are easily and clearly visible. You will be amazed by this natural creation. After monsoon when river gushes, small waterfalls will be created. These pot holes are called “Kunda” by native people, which mean holy ponds. Local people believe that these potholes are blessings of deity Malaganga. Many tourists visit this beautiful place of natural wonder. There is a temple on the banks of the river known as Kund Mahuli Devasthan Nighoj kund is one of the nicest places to hangout with your friends and family, you can plan next picnic to the place.

Away from the stressed lifestyle of the city you will get a peaceful place to spentd your short trip with your family. As soon as you reach Morachi Chincholi, Mhalasakant Agri tourism offers you a warm welcome. Here you will get healthy and delicious breakfast and lunch. The food served here is pure vegetarian. It is Maharashtrian rural cuisine which is treat for your taste buds. No junk and no artificial taste maker only healthy simple food, so you can relish without worrying about calories.