Ratnagiri

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Dapoli; Dapoli boasts of lovely, scenic, and serene surroundings. Beautiful, virgin seashores, historic Temples, rock-cut caves, and jungle trails, coupled with delicious Konkan delicacies and a refreshingly cool climate, perfect destination for an excursion and a vacation spot. Activities to do in  Dapoli are Dolphin spotting, seaside activities, fish Auctions, fishing, parasailing, Photography, sightseeing, and so on.

Yashwantgad Fort (Rajapur)

 Yashwantgad is a 17th-century fort, It is built on the Rajapur Creek with the sea on one side  One of the specialties of this fort is space. It is spread over 1200 sq. mt. Fortification is one more special thing of this fort, a 100 feet well,  Earlier the fort had 17 bastions, This fort beckons adventurous youths who love trekking 

PAWAS

Pawas is a known religious place in Konkan  This is the place where Shri SwamiSwarupanand, a divine personality, resided for years. There are temples dedicated to  Shiv  Someshwar  Ganesha, and Vishveshwar on either side of the river in this village.

Distance from Mumbai 341 km. The nearest airport is Kolhapur. The nearest railway station is Ratnagiri. State Transport buses are available to reach Pawas from Pune, Mumbai, Kolhapur, Ratnagiri, and many other places from Konkan  

THIBAW PALACE AND POINT

One of the major attractions of Ratnagiri City is situated on a small hillock. There is also the best sunset point from here. One can have a panoramic view of Someshwar Creek, Bhatye Bridge to Pawas, and the Arabian Sea. This palace was used for keeping King Thibaw, the last king of Burma (now Myanmar) under house arrest. Thibaw ruled  Burma for 6 years. The palace is a beautifully constructed three-storied structure with sloping roofs. Semi-circular wooden windows with beautiful curving are the main attraction of this structure.  One Buddha idol is installed at the back side of the palace. This idol was brought to India by King Thibaw. Presently the palace is maintained by the archaeological dept. of India The plans are to convert the palace into a museum and provide tourist accommodation  Thibaw Palace is best situated on a hillock and the panoramic view from this point is enchanting. This is a point worth – visiting for Ratnagiri tourists. Nearby Places Lokmanya Tilak Birth place Getting There: Very close to Ratnagiri city  

VELNESHWAR BEACH

A beach that has not yet been transformed into a commercial hot spot and one that offers tourists excitement and adventure with all the comforts of urban living is Velneshwar in Konkan. Far from the maddening crowds of the metropolis, yet fairly accessible to several major cities of Maharashtra, Velneshwar is an ideal place to spend a quiet weekend. The refreshing breeze from the tranquil sea, the soothing greenery of the coconut and areca nut gardens, the sprawling beach spreading a welcoming carpet of smooth silvery sand all presents a perfect scenario for an enjoyable holiday. Distance from Mumbai: 292 km By Road : Hedvi and Velneshwar are about 50 km from Chiplun. By Rail: Almost all the trains running on Konkan Railway line stop at Chiplun Railway station.

GUHAGAR   

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Almost all the places on the coastline of Maharashtra are indeed very beautiful, calm, and serene in nature. Guhagar, a part of this region, has it all. It is the gem of Ratnagiri district. Located between the river Vasishthi and the Jaygadcreek, Guhagar is a tiny town on the Konkan coast with a beautiful secluded beach, making it a perfect getaway destination. It has a beach fringed with shady Suru trees and heritage temples like those of Vyadeshvar and Durga Devi.

Distance from Mumbai 280 km. The nearest airport is Mumbai: The nearest railway station is Chiplun on Konkan railway It is well connected with road from Chiplun,Ratnagiri, Pune, and Mumbai and lot of state transport buses ply from these cities up to Guhagar

DHODAVANE TIER WATERFALL

This is a good place to visit, which is nearSangameshwar. The specialty of this waterfall isthat it flows throughout the year. It falls from 200feet high. This waterfall is at Dhodavane-Tivare andit is possible to come here from Sangmeshwar.One more attraction of the place is ‘DhamankondDoh.’ This is attractive too. There is need to takeproper information from local people about thisplace if one wants to enjoy swimming here or tobathe under the waterfall.Getting There:Very close from Sangameshwar.

 VELAS BEACH

A remote village called Velas would have remained unknown had it not achieved international attention for the turtles that come here to lay their eggs. The sight of turtle hatchlings just out of their nests and making their laborious way to the Arabian Sea can be an exhilarating sight indeed and rather than watch it in a wildlife film, you can now go to Velas and witness this phenomenon for real  Located in the Mandangad taluka of Ratnagiri district, Velas is protected by mountains on its three sides and a beautiful shoreline on the fourth quadrant. Distance from Mumbai: 213 kms. How to reach By Road : One can drive to Velas by taking NH 17, MumbaiGoa Highway. On reaching Goregaon, take a right turn to go to Velas. State Transport service is also available

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 It is a famous temple in Dhopeshwar Village in Rajapur taluka. This village is Located 5 Km. from Rajapur town. You will always locate devotees speeding here It is located at the bank of Mrudani river. It is an ancient temple. In both Facets of the temple, there are mountains and a river flows through,  During the monsoons, one can enjoy the waterfalls  All through the duration,  There is a big crowd on Mondays and Mahashivaratri.

Getting There: 5 km. From Rajapur city.

GANGA – RAJAPUR:

 Rajapur Ganga, one of nature’s wonders descends while she wishes, Stays as long as she wishes to, and Disappears when she decides. It is far believed that Ganga descends to satisfy Lord Shiva of Dutpapeshwar temple. Devotees by no means pass over a threat to take Tub inside the holy water of Ganga. They believe their sins are washed away with the advantages of Ganga Mata (Divine Mother). This famous holy spot near Rajapur Has Kashi kunda (water shop) and thirteen Different kundas. 6 gallons of water Comes each minute in each of those Kundas at some point of Ganga’s presence. All 14 Kundas are dry throughout yr.  While Ganga seems, all kundas are packed with Water and celebration starts evolved. Interesting Thing to note is that temperature of water in kundas varies from one to another despite the fact that these are so close to each Different.

Getting there: its 3 k.M. From Rajapur village. Kingdom Transportation buses are to be had from Rajapur to go to this spot. Site visitors first get down at “Ushnodak Tirth” in Unhale Village to take hot water bathtub and then stroll half a mile towards Ganga that is On top of the hill. “Ushnodak Tirth” is a naturally formed hot water spring, Positioned on Mumbai-Goa motorway.

Marleshwar Waterfall

 Vacationers have to go to this vital Temple in Sangmeshwar for devotion and Herbal beauty. We will see Sahyadri’s big precipice and river. We get a Marvel when we reach Marleshwar in The nice atmosphere. On the right aspect, we get the entrance of the cave Close to the entrance of the cave, there may be a ‘Kund’ of bloodless water. When we enter the Cave we will see Shri. Marleshwar. Friendly snakes and cobras are anywhere within the cave but a noteworthy Thing is not a single person has died Because of snakes here. If we go in advance,  ‘Dhareshwar’ waterfall can be visible. The waterfall sight is very stunning from the cave however; we do not get an idea approximately the height of the waterfall from right here. We are able to have to pass beyond ‘Caramel Doha’ for that. This temple is known as ‘Trambakeshwar’ of Konkan. Marleshwar call may additionally have come from Maral village.

HEDVI GANAPATI (DASHBHUJA)

 This is a brilliant temple Ganesh known as ‘Dashbhuja Ganapati’. This ‘Laxmi – Ganesh Temple’ is not the most effective historic,This temple may  have been erected within the duration of Peshwa. The deity is based on The top of the Mountain. The Ganesh idol has been carved in white stone. These stones are found in the Kashmir region. The idol is three feet High and it has 10 hands. This majestic Idol is on a seat of 2 toes. This idol is very captivating. There is a massive Rite of start of Ganesh from Shukla Chaturthi to Shashthi in Magh. There is a procession of Ganesh in Chariot. There are no lodges or resorts so vacationers have to live both in Chaplin and in Guhagar to visit this vicinity. Although Vacationers will now not get accommodation and Food in keeping with their choice, they can get it from the local community. There is one more temple. It is Uma-Maheshwar Temple in Bamanhal.

BAMANGHAL

 This spot is about 3 kms from Dashbhuja temple. Behind Uma- Maheshwara temple in case you climb a small Slope and reach plateau, you could Witness an herbal marvel. Right here a small Gorge, a meter broad and 10 meters Long has been evidently fashioned. At high tide, Sea waves rush into this gorge and Collide on rocks and a water column of approximately 15-20 meters rises from this Gorge. Listening the thundering noise of Waves colliding on rocks and get a Sprinkle shower from the growing water Column is an experience to cherish.

Getting There: 30 Kim. Guhagar (Chiplun – Guhagar Road) It’s miles feasible to take Arable Fata on Mumbai Goa toll road to reach right here.

VELNESHWAR TEMPLE

 This spell binding temple on seashore is 25 kms from Guhagar and 6kms from Hedavi.In historical times this temple was surrounded by many trees. The call ‘Velanesswar’ has one interesting starting place. This God (Ishwar) instatantly fulfils the Wish expressed by means of his devotees. Therefore, the God who does now not waste any time of his Devotee [Not wasting any time (‘vel’ in Marathi)] is called Vel-n-ishwar. Velneshwar is circle of relatives-deity (Kuldaivat) of Gokhales, Gadgils, Savarkars and many others. The temple’s region is 70 squaremtrs has 11mtrs high ‘Deepmal” (lamps-submit) in Front. Two wells constructed in laterite stones and temples of Shri Ganesh, Shri Kalbhairav (village deity of Velneshwar Village), Shri Rameshwar Nandi (sacred Bull of Shiva) are inside the same Compound. The early temple turned into constructed through Gadgils, which become later renovated by means of Shri Trimbak Ravaji Gokhale. Velaneshwar Seva Mnadal has constructed a ‘Bhakta-niwas’ a residential Lodging for devotees.

Getting There: State transportation buses are available From Guhagar to go to this vicinity. Guhagar to Velneshwar distance is 20 KM Chiplun to Velneshwar distance is 50 KM

KADYAVARCHA GANPATI

 This ganesh temple is on hill near Anjarle village Surrounding place is certainly lovely. The temple is very attractive. One could see sea from Harne to Utamber, seaside, and Anjarle Village hidden in coconut and betel nut Trees, and Anjarle creek on different side.

GANESHGULE TEMPLE

 It is far near Ganapatipule. That is Shri Mahaganesh temple. It has been proved that this temple is older than Ganapatipule temple. An historical nicely of Pandav era is near the temple it is far very deep but there are steps to go up to Bottom of it. Trunk of ganesh on this Temple is in the direction of the west. Traffic ought to visit Ganeshgule in Ganapatipule Go to.

ANJARLE CREEK

 It is close to Anjarle village. Within the beyond this Became most effective course to go to kelsi –velis. Passenger’s shipping is on thru this Creek. We will see beautiful panorama Up to Harne. Beach of Anjarle: Anjarle village has one to at least one ½-mile Beach. This is also very clean and Lovely. We will see scenery from Utamber to Harne. It is right to take Facts from neighborhood people if one Desires to go for swimming.

Getting There: 25 k.M. From Ratnagiri.

PARSHURAM TEMPLE

 In this village there’s a widely known Temple of Bhagwan Parshuram because Of it this village got this name. Cars can attain as much as the temple. One could Attain right here with the aid of mountain climbing ‘Pakhadi’ through Peth map region from Chiplun. Tourists who need to enjoy natural splendor of this Vicinity must reserve a while in the course of the trip. People here used to recognize time from the Sound from cannon. This temple is a Notable instance of historic sculpture. Paths are made of jambha stone. They may be known as ‘pakhadya’ they are additionally in proper circumstance. All premises additionally have jambeau stone construction. Inside the Innermost part of the temple, there are Idols of Kal, Kam and Parshuram. In Premises, there is a well. Its call is Banganga. The surroundings of this Temple fascinate absolutely everyone. Calm and Stunning nature and idol of Parshuram Made of black stone and other idols Fascinating look take us in unique World. The building of this temple is likewise an exceptional instance of structure. On The day of Parshuram Jayanti (i.E. Akshaytrutiya) there is a big rite. Heaps of devotes accumulate for the Occasion. There may be a temple of Bhagwan Parshuram‘s mom Renukamata.

Getting There: Very close from Chiplun railway station. On (Parshuram Ghati) Mumbai- Goa Motorway at the same time as visiting from Chiplun to Lote.