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The Ganpati temple at Ganpatipule is a 'Swayambhu'
Ganpati temple and the whole hill is considered
as a ganpati. A lot of people visit Ganpatipule and it is
becoming a hot tourist destination.
The temple here is very beautiful and recently it was renovated.
Every year in the months of February and November the sunrays
fall directly on the ganpati idol.
The beach at Ganpatipule stretches for 12 kms.
and is a very beautiful white sand beach.
However caution should be taken before entering the sea
as lot of people die every year because of drowning. The
MTDC has a very good resort near the beach.
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| Ganpatipule Beach |
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Located at 3 Kms. from ganpatipule, Bhandarpule
also has a very beautiful beach. The beach at Bhandarpule
is secluded and less crowded than Ganpatipule, However the
sea here also is dangerous for swimming. you can get a beautiful
view of ganpatipule and Bhandarpule beach from the top of
the hill before descending to Bhandarpule.
Malgund is famous as the birthplace of famous marathi poet
'Kavi Keshavsut' he was born here in 1866. He is termed
as a poet who heralded the dawn of modern Marathi poetry.
There is a very beautiful monument at Malgund dedicated
to his work and also a museum where you can find
information on most of the modern day poets of Marathi language.
The Memorial is a real treat for people who are interested
in Marathi literature.
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| A view while going to Malgund |
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The fort of jaygad is located at 25 Kms. from Ganpatipule.
the fort is still in a good condition and quiet a few people
still stay inside the fort. the fort was primarily built
for guarding the Jaygad port.
You can take your vehicle up to the fort
and a walk along the fort walls will give you beautiful
views of the sea and the port.
The Jaygad Bunder or port is an old and safe port situated
at the mouth of Shastri river.
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| Jaygad fort |
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There is light house near the Jaygad port and you have to
take the road on the left hand side to go to the Lighthouse.
You can see the light house from inside
at evening time (4.30 to 6). You can see a beautiful view
from the Lighthouse.
Sangameshwar is located near the Mumbai - Goa highway and
approximately 50 Kms. from ganpatipule. There is an ancient
Shiv temple at Sangameshwar on the confluence of
Shastri and Alaknanda rivers.
The temple is beautiful and constructed in the old Hemadpanthi
style, the carvings in the temple are very beautiful.
There is also A memorial of Sambhaji Maharaj
nearby who was captured here by the Mughals.
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| Sangameshwar |
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