Kaas Plateau near Satara, Maharashtra is a perfect place to see millions of wildflowers blooming. Getting popular as "Kaas Valley Of Flowers", the blooming period commences as the monsoons season ends. For a very short time of 2 to 3 weeks, usually august end, the plateau is filled with colorful small wild flowers. UNESCO is planning to give it a World Heritage status. Nearby are picturesque places like kaas lake, Bamnoli and Tapola. Bamnoli to Tapola boat ride takes you through the Shivsagar lake formed due to the Koyna dam. The dreaded Vasota Fort lies near Tapola