Shooting Point Tourism

Shooting Point, also known as the Duke's Nose after the Duke of Wellington, due to its resemblance to the nose of the Duke in a reclining position, is a popular tourist attraction located in the hill station of Khandala, Maharashtra, India. It is famous for offering panoramic views of the lush greenery of the Western Ghats and the valleys that lie beneath. Adventurers and photography enthusiasts are particularly drawn to Shoot Point for its breathtaking scenery and the opportunities it provides for trekking, hiking, and capturing the beauty of the surroundings. The cliff, which overshadows the highway beneath, provides a majestic view of the landscape which includes a vast expanse of the valley, forests, and waterfalls during the rainy season. The point has earned its colloquial name due to it being a well-known location for shooting scenes for Bollywood movies because of its natural splendor and dramatic setting.