Ganeshgule Beach:
is a tranquil and beautiful beach, about 25 km south of the town of Ratnagiri in Maharashtra. If you are seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Ganeshgule Beach is the perfect place for you.
The beach is on the smaller side when compared to many other beaches in the Konkan region, but therein the real charm of this hidden gem. Stay at one of the lovely homestays or resorts along the Ganeshgule Beach, and let the beach become your own private haven for a few memorable days.
Bask in the warm sunshine as you lie on the glittering white sand, enjoying the refreshing sea breeze or dip your feet in the soothing water, listening to the sound of waves lashing against the rocks. Enjoy a dreamy sunset as the sun paints the picturesque surroundings with the colors of dusk.
If you love mangoes, especially the Haapus variety, visit Ganeshgule during Mango season and treat yourself to some of the best mangoes you have ever tasted. Join a mango tour, conducted by one of the several homestays in Ganeshgule to indulge in the fun activity of harvesting farm-fresh mangoes. Feast on a variety of delicious mango products and juicy mangoes to your heart’s content, and take some home to enjoy later.
Make sure to visit Ganeshgule’s Shri Mahaganesh Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple is said to be about 400 years old and is one of the few Indian temples facing southwards. The temple’s Ganesha Idol is ‘Swayambhu’ which means ‘naturally formed’. In addition, the trunk of the Ganesha Idol curves towards the west. The temples premises also contain an ancient well belonging to the Pandava era.
Don’t forget to please the foodie in you by eating all the mouthwatering Konkani dishes and indulging in local delicacies like cashews, coconuts, raw mangoes, kokum sherbet and more
Purnagad Fort :
Purnagad was built in 1724 by the head of the Maratha Naval Admiral Sarkhel Kanhoji Aangre. When you reach the fort, the main entrance is not immediately visible. The Hanuman temple situated near the fort is one of the important landmarks here. The Mahadarwaja or the main door is a strong, fine structure made out of lateritic stone and has the images of the Sun, Moon and Lord Ganesh engraved in the middle. You can see the cabin, locally called as Devadi once you enter through the door.
There are small secret holes in the bastions and the wall of the fort from where the canons and guns were fired. There is a 10 feet tall vertical door in the wall of the fort that leads towards the sea. The descendants of the officers on the fort who were appointed by Peshwas are still living there today.
In 1818, after the rule of the Peshwa’s ended, the fort was passed down to the British. The Pawas, Ganeshgule, Kasheli Sun Temple, Adivare Mahalakali temple, and the Satawali fort are the few places that you can visit around Purnagad.
The Purnagad fort is situated on a 2 acre land on the northern bank of the Muchkundi River, at a height of 50 meters. Spread from north to south, this fort was the best dock with good opportunities for sea merchants. This fort is situated at a distance of 7 kms from Pawas. Tourists can reach the fort by the local transport or by their own vehicles. You can also climb the fort in just 20 mins but you must take the road that goes through the village.
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