The name Kaas originates from Kaasa tree
(Elaeocarpus glandulosus). Leaves of this tree turn green to red as they
mature.
It gets white flowers only for 15 days in the
month of March. The area of plateau is approximately 1,000 hectar.
The plateau is full of wild flowers during the months of August and September. These flowers bloom on their own and stay for about 2–3 weeks (depending on the monsoon and other weather factors). Recently it has been declared as Biodiversity World heritage site by The United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco).
It has an small lake nearby, as you are driving
down the curves climbing down from Kaas Plateau you see a sign on left saying -
Kaas Talav. It is a natural tranquil Kaas lake surrounded by dense forests. To
the left of the lake lies Sajjangad fort and Kanher Dam is to the right. It an
famous picnic spot with the locals. The place has more than 850 different
species of flowers and other plants including Orchids, Karvyand carnivorous plants such as Drosera Indica.
This falls under the Sahyadri Sub Cluster of Western Ghats which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
If any one
want to visit Kas palteau, have to register through website www.kas.ind.in
"Kas a plateau of flowers is a divine gift.
Please observe carefully, enjoy the beauty of these tiny tots and convey others also but not to hurt."
Please observe carefully, enjoy the beauty of these tiny tots and convey others also but not to hurt."
Location:- The Kaas Plateau also known as the "Kaas Pathar" which is situated in the Western Ghat Sahyadri range, 22 kilometers from Satara city in Maharashtra state of
How To Go:-
Near By Railway Station is Satara station is well connected by the Indian railway network. The railway station is 10kms from the Satara city .
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Where To Stay:- Satara has a wide range of hotels from Rs700-Rs 2000 per night with flexible check in and check out times. All hotels are mainly located around the ST Stand.
Best Time To Visit:-September to October second week when the entire plateau blooms. A chill but pleasant wind blows all the time and the area is covered in thick fog during this time. Be well equipped.
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