Panvel is city in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is located in the Raigad district of the state. Panvel is known as the gateway to Konkan region. It is situated just 21 km away from Mumbai on the Yashvantrao Chavhan express way. Many industries have come up there. The development of the city is managed by CIDCO. Panvel is also near to the site of upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport. Panvel is an old city and houses many old havelis and buildings. Panvel also houses some places of interest in around it. Karnal fort is one of them. The fort is situated on Panvel ?pen road. The fort is major tourist?s attraction of the region. You can also visit the bird sanctuary and take the joy of watching various species of birds. The bird sanctuary is located near the fort and is an ideal place for bird lovers. You can also get to see some migratory birds. There are about 150 species of birds found in the region. Red vented Bulbul, Grey Hornbill and Paradise fly catcher are some of the species of bird which can be seen here. Two of Ashtvinayak temples of Lord Ganesh are also located near Panvel. Temple of Varadvinayak at Mahad and Balaleshwar Pali temple are those temple of Lord Ganesha to be seen near Panvel. Elephanata Caves, Prabalgad, Murud-Janjira Phansad wild life sanctuary are some of the many other place of interest to be seen around Panvel. Rail and road connects the city of Panvel to other parts of the state and the country. Panvel railway has its own railway and it is well connected to Mumbai and other cities and towns of the state and the country. Many state run buses and other private vehicles are also available from nearby cities and towns to reach Panvel. Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport serves as its nearest airbase to Panvel and the airport is well linked by several flights to other major cities of the country.
