Madhe Ghat Waterfall

Madhe Ghat Waterfall, also known as Laxmi Waterfall, is a seasonal cascade located approximately 62 km southwest of Pune in the Velhe taluka of Maharashtra. Situated at an elevation of about 850 meters within the Western Ghats, it lies near Torna Fort and borders Raigad district. The site holds historical significance as the starting point for Tanaji Malusare's funeral procession after the Battle of Sinhagad. It features dense forests, panoramic views of nearby forts, and a small Shiva temple at its base.

Visitors can expect a scenic viewpoint overlooking a seasonal waterfall that is most active during the monsoon months. Access requires parking vehicles 1 to 1.5 km away and walking on uneven terrain to reach the viewing area. The site offers panoramic vistas of Raigad Fort, Lingana, Varandha Ghat, and Shivthar Ghal. A small Shiva temple with a water tank exists at the bottom. Facilities are limited; there are no permanent toilets or safety railings at the viewpoint, and food options are restricted to occasional local stalls.

The site is historically linked to Maratha warrior Tanaji Malusare; his funeral procession began from Madhe Ghat after his death in the Battle of Sinhagad en route to his native village Umrathe. Additionally, the adjacent Boratyachi Nal path was historically used by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's army to access the Konkan region.

The site contains a small sacred Shiva temple with a water tank known as Dev Take at the base of the ghat, which holds religious significance for local visitors.