Konkan

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AlibaugAlibaug is the weekend getaway from the chaos that is Mumbai. Lot of Mumbaikars go to alibaug via ferry (Ferry Wharf, Bhaucha Dhakka). The beach is very commercialized and very crowded.

AmbernathSee the Lord Shiva Temple (16th century).

Amboli

ChiplunHere are the Chiveli Vagheshwari Temple and the Pandavaas Caves.

Ganpatipule

GuhagarGuhagar has possibly the best beach in the whole of Konkan stretch. In the interiors of Konkan, away from any kind of noise, Guhagar is the amongst the best places to have a relaxed couple of days on the beach. The beach is pristine clean and virtually virgin. Home stays with local families is the best option to stay.

Karnala Bird Sanctuary

Beaches of DapoliLadghar Beach, Murud Beach, Harnai Beach, Palanda Beach.

Kihim Beach

KashidThe beach is slowly becoming a popular tourist destination. You can find a lot of small resorts in Kashid which offer all modern amenities. Water sports can also be done here.

Murud Janjira- Murud Janjira is mainly known for its Fort. The fort is in the middle of the sea, and presents a good experience for the tourist visiting it. Ferries ply regularly from the beach to the fort and back.

Diveagar BeachDiveagar is a small village on the konkan coast. Known for its Ganesh temple & Seagulls. One can take the Mumbai - Goa highway if travelling by road or the better route is to take a ferry from Rajapuri (Rajapuri is about 10 km from Murud.) The 30-min ferry ride is quite a fun journey as a lot of locals use it to travel back and forth.

Harihareshwar TempleHarihareshwar is another small village on the Konkan route. The harihareshwar temple is an abode of Lord Shiva. The ancient temples in this area are the living specimen of Indian architectural style blended with Maratha style of constructions.

KelshiKelshi is famous for at least two historic monuments, the Dargah of Yaqub Sarvari (who was the 11th spiritual leader of Shivaji) and Laxmi Mandir. Very few hotels are available here to stay but generally people can do home stays. Family's rent out dormitory type rooms for about ₹100-150 per person. This being well in the interiors of the Konkan Region, if you are lucky you may meet local traveling theater groups. Do visit the local sand dunes as well if you are here.

Nagaon Beach

RatnagiriRatnadurga Sea Fort, Thebaw Pagoda Palace.

Panhala

RajapurVisit the Yeshwantgad, an island fortification.

SrivardhanSrivardhan is a lazy village. The Diveagar-Srivardhan journey is amongst the most scenic routes on the Konkan stretch. The route has breathtaking views of the Arabian sea on one side and mountains on the other. The beaches are much more cleaner than the Alibaug, Kashid or even Murud beaches.

Sindhudurg Fort

Tarkarli Beach