Amba Ghat
17°00′02″N 73°46′38″E / 17.0006888°N 73.7772247°E
| Amba Ghat | |
|---|---|
A stream near Amba hamlet close to the pass. | |
| Location | Maharashtra, India |
| Range | Sahyadri |
| Coordinates | 17°00′02″N 73°46′38″E / 17.0006888°N 73.7772247°E |
Amba Ghat [ˈɒːmbə gæt] is a mountain pass on Ratnagiri-Kolhapur road (NH 204) in Maharashtra, India, at a height of 2000 ft above sea-level, This ghat lies in the Sahyadri mountain ranges (Western Ghats) and has picturesque mountain-scapes and a pleasant climate. It is situated near Shahuwadi, Kolhapur district, and has nearby interesting places are Pawankhind and Vishalgad fort. It is a convenient weekend destination for Kolhapur tourists.
The area has also become a venue for paragliding sport.