Tuesday, 16 June 2015

Arevare Seaface and Beach is situated in Ratnagiri district and also lie close to Konkan coast. This magical beach is worth watching as it offers superb scenic sightseeing views. 
Even it inhabits most splendid attraction locations nearby.The Ganapatipule is also situated near to Arevare beach.
This beach received its name from a village name that is known as Arevare. Moreover, this beach is considered as a heavenly seashore and can be reached safely and easily by traveling from Ganapatipule to Ratnagiri.
Arevare has found a place for itself on the tourism map of Konkan. At Arevare, the road travels past a 100 feet high cliff, below which sea waves lap ferociously without pause.
How to Reach
By Air : Nearest airport is mumbai.
By Rail : On Konkan Railway Bhoke is 35. kms and Ratnagiri is 45 kms
By Road : Mumbai – Ganapatipule, 375 kms. Via Mahad. State Transport buses ply from Mumbai and Ratnagiri to Ganapatipule.
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Arevare,Maharashtra,India

Location: Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India

Sunday, 14 June 2015

Sheshnag Lake, lying at an elevation of 3,658 m above ground level, is situated 27 km away from Pahalgam. This greenish blue lake is covered with ice until June, after which it is used as an en route destination in Amarnath Yatra.
Sheshnag Lake is one of the famous tourist destination in Kashmir Valley. It is mostly fed by melting of snow and streams coming down from mountain tops.
  Lake drains out through a stream which joins Lidder River at Pahalgam.
 The lake is regarded sacred since ancient times as it lies on the pilgrimage route to the holy Amarnath Caves. Melted snow and mountainous streams feed Sheshnag Lake, which stays frozen and inaccessible during winters.
 The scenic surroundings of this lake consist of sprawling green pastures and snow-laden mountains. It is the natural habitat of brown trout fish, which is found here in large numbers.
 Sheshnag Lake is characterised by shimmering waters and breathtaking environs, which form a delightful ambience for photography. Visitors can click numerous pictures of this beautiful lake, its surrounding greenery and snow-clad peaks.
This lake can be reached from Chandanwari by taking an uphill trek or a pony ride. It is best to visit this lake between June and September, when it is easily accessible and at its scenic best.
How to Reach
By Air
Srinagar airport is the closest domestic airport to Pahalgam which is approximately 95 kilometres away. The Srinagar airport is well-connected to other major cities.Once you reach at the airport, you can hire a taxi or a cab which will take you to the town.
By Train
There are no train stations in Pahalgam. The nearest railhead is Jammu Tawi, which is at a distance of 157 kilometres and is well-linked with most of the Indian cities. Some of the trains that ply regularly from the Jammu railway station are Uttar Sampark Rajdhani, Jammu Rajdhani and Jhelum Express. From here, you would need a vehicle which can drive you to Pahalgam via Srinagar.
By Road
It can be accessed by road up to Chandanwari from which ponies can be hired to cover a trek of 7 km upslope to reach the Sheshnag Lake.

Sheshnag Lake - Jammu and Kashmir - India

Location: Jammu and Kashmir
At a distance of 21 km from Ratnagiri, Ganeshgule Beach is a beautiful beach situated at Ganeshgule village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra.
Tourists visiting this place will find coconut plantations all around. This unspoiled and clean beautiful virgin beach has an ancient and well known temple nearby.
The famous ancient and well known Ganeshgule Temple is located 1.5 km from the beach. This temple is a popular religious place and is visited by many pilgrims from Konkan region. This temple contains the idol of lord Ganesha that is known as Swayambhu. The trunk of Lord Ganesha is towards the west in the temple. In addition, this temple contains an ancient well of Pandava era.
This beach also has many water sport activities such as snorkeling, diving, surfing and parasailing. Visitors can even enjoy boat riding when visiting this beach. 
Ganeshghule Beach is popular among nature lovers and is known for its clear sunset view. The beach is 1.5 km long and is flanked by mountains on both sides. The rocky, white sandy terrain and clear emerald sea of the secluded Ganeshghule Beach is an idyllic holiday retreat for many.
How to reach
By Air : Nearest airport is mumbai.
By Rail : Nearest Railway Station is nivsar and ratnagiri.
By Road : Mumbai to Ratnagiri on the National Highway 17 is 6-7 hour drive for a distance of 360 kms. Ganeshgule is 25 kms from Ratnagiri on the way to Devgad via Pawas. 
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Ganeshgule,Maharashtra,India

Location: Ganeshgule, Maharashtra, India

Friday, 12 June 2015

It is the coastal station for marine professionals; all the fishing boats and trawlers land here. It is the major trading spot in Ratnagiri for marine industry.
Most of the fishes from here are exported to other city markets such as Mumbai, Pune, Goa, Bangaluru, and Mangalore. 
 You can find here lot of the colourful fishes which will really surprise you. This place is also the centre of so many religious activities.
The one of the famous beach in the Ratnagiri district is the Mirkarwada beach. This beach is the fabulous beach and also the major trading Center of the Ratnagiri district. 
How to Reach
By Taxi : There are many private taxi operators in Ratnagiri. They are usually available from taxi stands that are located across the town. Taxis can also be booked through the hotels. Taxis are a good option to get around as they are comfortable and safe.
By Bus : Regular bus services are available from many cities in Maharastra to Ratnagiri. State owned and private buses ply from Ratnagiri to many cities in and around. Evening trips of tourist luxury buses are available from Mumbai to Ratnagiri. The bus charge is about Rs 1,500.
By Train : Ratnagiri station is one of the most important stations on the Konkan Railway. The nearest railway junctions are Pune and Kolhapur on the central railway. The Ratnagiri railway station is situated at a distance of 6 km from Ratnagiri city on NH-204. Nearly every train running on Konkan Railway stops at Ratnagiri Station. Travelers who are arriving by train can hire taxis or auto rickshaws from the railway station to the city.
By Air : Ratnagiri airport is well connected from all major cities and towns. There are regular flights from Pune, Mumbai and all major cities as well. Tourists from here will get various flights to reach the place comfortably. The airport is located at a distance of 12km far from the main city. Tourists can take taxi or cab to reach Ratnagiri city comfortably.
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Mirkarwada,Maharashtra,India

Location: Bhagvati Bandar Rd, Pethkilla, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra 415612, India

Wednesday, 10 June 2015

Situated on the west Maharashtra Konkan coastline. A scenic half an hours drive (about 13km) from Dapoli will bring you here. 
Karde is one of the most secluded and tranquil beaches amongst the Dapoli beaches. Karde beach has a thin film of white sand covering the underlying black sand typical of beaches in Dapoli.
One of the primary attractions here is dolphin watching. A number of local tour operators arrange dolphin watching trips in boats. 
A small creek which you can walk across during low tide separates the southern side of Karde beach from the northern part of Karde beach which is continuous with the Murud Harnai beach.
 One of the most beautiful Konkan beaches, Karde has all the makings of a great beach holiday destination for you and your family.
How to Reach
By Road
Karde beach can be easily reached by road from Mumbai, Pune Satara and Kolhapur. Maharashtra state transport buses are available to reach Dapoli from all major cities of Maharashtra. Dapoli is nearest city to Karde Beach and from Dapoli tourists can visit Karde beach by auto or state transport buses to Karde.
By Train
Khed is the nearest railway station to reach Karde Beach. Khed railway station is major station on Konkan Railway route and all trains plying from this rout stops at Khed. From Khed tourists can hire a cab or reach Karde beach by state transport buses.
By Air
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is the nearest international airport. From Mumbai airport there are many options to reach Karde beach. You can hire private cab directly to Karde beach or catch a train to Khed and from Khed reach Karde beach by private cab.
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Karde,Maharashtra,India

Location: Karde, Maharashtra 415713, India

Monday, 8 June 2015

Dapoli is a pleasant town situated at a height of about 800 feet above sea level in Ratnagiri district, Konkan on the west coast of Maharashtra, India. It is blessed with abundant natural beauty and enjoys a cool climate throughout the year.
Surrounded by hills and forests and having a long coastline, this is a home for a variety of migratory birds and animals. There are plenty of cashew nut, jackfruit, coconut and betel nut plantations.
Dapoli has something for everyone. With a long stretch of beach extending from Kolthare and Dabhol in the south and Kelshi in the north,Dapoli has one of the longest stretch of beaches.
 The Dapoli temples , seaforts , hotsprings and archaeological sites around Dapoli makes it a complete holiday destination.
Known as Mahabaleshwar of Konkan, this is a great place to spend your holidays along with your family away from the busy, hectic city life.
How to Reach
By Air : 
Nearest Railway Station is Mumbai.
By Rail : 
Nearest Railway Station is Khed. Distance Between Khed to Dapoli 29 km.
By Road : 
Mumbai to Dapoli - 330 Kms and Pune to Dapoli - 220 Kms.
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Dapoli,Maharashtra,India

Location: Dapoli, Maharashtra, India

Saturday, 6 June 2015

Hedvi is a small village located near the town of Guhanagar in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. It is primarily a pilgrim destination and attracts a lot of pilgrims from across the country. The Lord Ganesha temple is one of the important temples because of its historical significance.
Hedvi Beach is situated about 3 km from the Dasabhuj Ganesh Temple and is a black sand cove between the two white sand beaches of Guhagar, Velneshwar and Ganpatipule. 
Hedvi beach is wellknown for its major attraction  Bahman Ghat, which is a huge, black monolith that reaches up to 35 feet in height and is said to be a very unique natural structure. Its significance is the naturally formed gorge that goes as deep as 20 feet and as wide as about 2 feet.
Monsoon should ideally be avoided due to slippery roads and high tides while summer gets too hot for comfort. This narrows down the best choice to the period immediately after monsoon, which is October or November and just before the summer heat strikes, which is March. You can enjoy the ideal weather during this period.
How to Reach
Hedvi is approximately 275 Kms from Pune and about 300 Kms from Mumbai. Chiplun is the nearest rail head and from Chiplun Hedvi is about 50 Kms.
By Air : Nearest airport is mumbai.
By Rail : Nearest station is Chiplun, at a distance of 34 kms from Guhagar.
By Road :  275 Kms from Pune & 300 Kms from Mumbai.
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Hedvi,Maharashtra,India

Location: Hedvi, Varchwadi, Asgoli, Maharashtra 415703, India

Thursday, 4 June 2015

At a distance of 3 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Bhatye Beach is marvelous beach situated at Bhatye in Ratnagiri district on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra. This is one of the popular beaches in Ratnagiri region on the Konkan Coast.
Bhatye Beach is a wonderful beach in the background of the jagged Sahyadri mountain ranges provides a panoramic view of the surroundings. The length of the beach is approximately 1.5 km and is very flat and straight.
Bhatye Beach and Mandvi Beach are next to each other separated by a creek. One can enjoy the nature at its best here. The bluish water, vast expansion of silvery sands and the clean environs sprinkled with casuarina trees, Bhatye Beach is a perfect place to admire the mesmerizing sunset. 
The Ratnagiri Lighthouse and the famous Mandavi Beach are visible from Bhatye Beach. A famous temple of Zari Vinayak is situated at the end of the beach. There is also an agricultural research facility specializing in coconuts located quite close to this beach.
Bhatye is a popular picnic spot among locals and tourists. It has facilities for camel and horse rides. There are also numerous food stalls lining the beach which sell chat, tender coconut water and other fast food. Sea waves at the time of high tide are really a breathtaking experience at Bhatye.
How to Reach
By Air: The nearest airport is Mumbai. From there you can take a bus or hire a private cab to get to Bhatye.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Ratnagiri 6 kms. on Konkan Railway. Taxis are available from there to take you to the beach.
By Road: The distance between Mumbai and Ratnagiri is 356 kms. State Transport buses are available from Mumbai, Kolhapur and Pune to Ratnagiri and also form Ratnagiri to Pawas via Bhatye.
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Bhatye,Maharashtra,India

Location: Bhatye, Maharashtra, India

Tuesday, 2 June 2015

Ladghar is a lovely place increasingly becoming popular for its nice beach and an unspoiled landscape that will refresh your spirit and recharge your energies.
This beach is known as "Tamas Teertha" as some part of the sea appears to be red in colour. This beach has religious value and the bathing here is a big attraction. Also, it's a great spot for swimming, either in the sea or in the adjacent area where a river empties into the sea.
The area is undeveloped, has an untouched feel and is beautiful around sunset. Viewing the sunset here is a breathtaking experience as the beach, sea and the horizon get bathed in numerous shades of red colour.
This beach has the two beautiful, ancient temples - one of Lord Shiva known as "Veleshwar" and other of Lord Datta situated on a small hill. You can take a 15 min beach walk on the north side to reach this beautiful Datta temple.
On the south side of the beach is a small fishing village called Burondi. The fishing boats with their twinkling lights make the Burondi harbor a fascinating sight to watch in the evenings.
How to Reach
By Road
Reaching Ladghar beach by road is easy as it is well connected by Maharashtra State Transport buses. Dapoli is the nearest city to Ladghar beach which can be reached from Mumbai and Pune and other cities by MSRTC or private buses. From Dapoli Ladghar can be reached by ST buses or hiring autos.
By Train
Ladghar does not have its own railway station. To reach Ladghar beach by train you need to travel on Konkan Railway route and get down at Khed railway station. Khed railway station is situated around 36 KM from Ladghar beach.
By Air
Mumbai international airport is the nearest airport to reach Ladghar beach. Flights from all locations of India and international countries are available to reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai. From Mumbai Ladghar beach can be reached by private cab or train.
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Ladghar,Maharashtra,India

Location: Ladghar, Maharashtra, India
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