Akole taluka is a taluka in Sangamner subdivision of Ahmednagar district in Maharashtra
State of India. Akole is a city of historical importance. Akole is situated at longitude 19 32 26 38
N 74 0 21.94 E surrounded with the Sahyadri Mountains of Western Ghats in India. Akole is
home to several historical sites notifying its contribution in history & culture of Maharashtra.
Pravara river is one of the major tributaries of Godavari river with historical and
mythological references. Wilson Dam is also known as Bhandardara Dam in Shendi village . It
has been built in 1910 at about 150 meters ( 490 ft ) above the sea level. Umbrella fall is a
waterfall in the shape of an umbrella. Randhafall is a waterfall at about 45 meters (148 ft) high,
located about 11 km (6.8 miles) from Wilson Dam. The flowing water is converted into hydro-
electricity, a famous tourist spot at Bhandardara. The fall has been a backdrop in shooting of
Bollywood films such as Maine Pyaar kiya and Raju Chacha. Nilwande Dam is another Dam
built on the Pravara River for hydro-electricity generation. Kalsubai is highest peak in
Maharashtra at about 1646 meter (5400 ft). Ghatghar is a famous view points which is situated
at 22 km (14 miles) from Wilson Dam and offers excellent views of the Sahyadri range and is
home to the 1st project of Udanchau hydro of capacity 250 MW,Kokankada near to
Harishchandra fort is a flat, sharp and deep edge of mountains. There are so many historical sites
and temples at Akole taluka. We can learn about Akole Taluka in the following manner.