MAHARASHTRA BEACHES

Murud - Janjira

Formerly the capital town of the Siddis of Janjira, Murud is today popular for its alluring beach, whispering casuarinas, coconut and betel palms, and an ancient fort.

On a hillock to the north is the shrine of Lord Dattatraya, the three heads representing Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwara.

The 300-years old fort of Janjira is an architectural marvel- once upon a time considered to be impregnable. The palace of the Nawab and the Janjira caves are also a must for the tourist.

And just a few kilometers away are two undiscovered beaches : Nandgaon and Kashid.

Nandgaon is famous for its Ganapati temple and the annual fair held in honour of this elephant headed god every February.

Getting there: Roha on Konkan Railway is the nearest railhead. Mumbai is 165 kms. by road.




MAHARASHTRA BEACHES
Marve, Manori, Gorai || Bassein || Vijaydurg- Sindhudurg || Murud - Janjira || Mandwa - Kihim || Shriwardhan - Harihareshwar || Velneshwar || Ganpatipule || Vengurla - Malvan || Dahanu Bordi

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