About Wilson Point :
Wilson Point, which is otherwise known as the Sunrise point, is a vast plateau. One can view the sunrise from the three masonry round platforms. The second platform which is about 1 km away from the market area of Mahabaleshwar is the ideal place to view the sun rise. The platform is perfectly located at 4735 feet above sea level and is the highest point in Mahabaleshwar. The Wilson Point is a vast barren rock with three watching towers at different spots. The point is a tourist attraction with its beautiful view point of the sunrise.
General Information about Wilson Point :
Location: Mahabaleshwar
State: Maharashtra
Capital: Mumbai
Language: Marathi, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 42˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: September to March
How to Reach Wilson Point :
By Air:
The nearest airport to Mahabaleshwar is Pune (120 km). It takes a minimum taxi fare of Rs 300 to reach the airport. The next nearest airport is the Mumbai airport (245 km).
By Rail:
The nearest railhead to Mahabaleshwar is at Wathar (60 km). The railhead at Pune is the most convenient to reach Mahabaleshwar which is located at a distance of 120 km.
By Road:
Maharashtra State Road Transport service plies buses to the cities of Pune, Mumbai, Nashik, Satara, Panchgani and Kolhapur. The tariff per seat ranges from Rs 75 to Rs 250 and the buses have a frequency of every two hours.