Lonar, in Maharashtra's Buldhana district, is home to one of the world's few meteorite-impact crater lakes — a unique geological site formed some 50,000 years ago.
Top Attractions
- Lonar Crater Lake: A near-circular saline lake formed by a meteorite impact, one of only a handful of such craters in basalt rock anywhere in the world, ringed by forest and several ancient temples.
- Daityasudan Temple: An ancient temple on the crater's rim, reflecting the site's long history as a place of pilgrimage alongside its geological significance.
- Crater Rim Trek: A walking trail around the rim of the crater, offering different vantage points over the lake and surrounding forest.
- Ambar Lake: A smaller freshwater lake near Lonar, a quieter complement to the main crater lake.
Best Time to Visit
October to February for comfortable weather while exploring the crater rim and surrounding temples.
How to Reach
Lonar is about 150 km from Aurangabad and 140 km from Akola, the nearest railway hubs.
