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1. Jaigad Fort

36 km from city center 1 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Jaigad Fort, also known as the Fort of Victory, is a 16th-century fort. The remains of the fort stand steady on a cliff overlooking the Jaigad creek where River Shastri enters the vast and mesmerising Arabian Sea. The stunning fort is one of the most famous places to visit in Ratnagiri.

2. Swayambhu Ganpati Temple

36 km from city center 2 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

A 400-year-old Ganesha temple, Swayambhu is built of pule which is nothing but white sand and is believed to be a self-created monolith of Lord Ganesha, allegedly discovered 1600 years ago.

3. Jaigad Lighthouse

36 km from city center 3 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Jaigad Lighthouse is situated in one of the bastion on the western edge of the Jaigad Fort. This impressive lighthouse offers breathtaking panoramic view of the area as it is situated on top of a hill.

4. Ganapatipule Beach

18 km from city center 4 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

A clean rocky beach with fine silvery white sand, the Ganapatipule beach, is also known for the lagoon it houses. If you're the adventurous kinds, you can try your hands at balancing a kayak.

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5. Thibaw point

1 km from city center 5 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Situated at the hem of the hill, the Thibaw point has a Thibaw palace built as the exile of the king of Burma(Myanmar). It provides a picturesque view of the sunset at Arabian sea and is a centre of attraction for picnickers.

13 km from city center 6 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

20 km away from the town of Ratnagiri is Pawas, a place where Swarupanand Swami took his samadhi. Affectionately known as "Appa" or "Rambhau", Swami's original name was Ramchandra. Born on 15th December 1903, Swami undertook self-immolation at Pawas and also resided here for for 40 years before that. 

7. Pandre Samudra

2 km from city center 7 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Pandre beach is a long stretch of white sand and therefore known as 'White beach.' It is a lustrous beach with beautiful palm groves in the backdrop and crystal clear water to dip in. It is a ethereal sight to be around.

20 km from city center 8 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Malgund is the native village of the famous Marathi poet, Kavi Keshavsoot. The poet's house, which is now converted into a student's hostel, is open for visits. The village also houses a memorial to the poet, built by the Marathi Sahitya Parishad.

9. Ratnadurg fort

4 km from city center 9 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Surrounded by Arabian sea on three sides, Ratnadurg fort is a structure in a form of horseshoe as wide as 1000 meters and as long as 1300 meters. It is spread over 120 acres and was once a strong hold of the Maratha empire later to be occupied by Mughals.

10. Velneshwar

45 km from city center 10 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Situated at a distance of about 35 km from Ganapatipule, Velneshwar is a small village known for its serene, rock-free beach. This little village is flocked by pilgrims to visit the old Shiva temple, especially during the Hindu festival of Mahashivratri, which usually gets marked in the months of February or March.

11. Water Sports in Ganapatipule

18 km from city center 11 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Arranged by MTDC, Ganapatipule hosts a lot of water sports during the peak season. Row boats, banana boats, motor boats and water scooters are typically carried out here. However, water sports are typically not functional between the months of June and October.

12. Bhatye beach

3 km from city center 12 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Bhatye is the biggest town in Konkan and one of the immediate suburbs in Ratnagiri with beautiful white sand and bluish water. It gives a beautiful view of the sunset and is an ideal date spot for lovers. It also gives many opportunities for water sports.

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13. City Shopping

2 km from city center 13 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Local markets from where you can buy cashews, mangoes, aam panna, kokum sharbhat, sandan and amboli

14. Tilak Ali Museum

2 km from city center 14 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Maintained by the State Archaeological Department, the Museum is the old ancestral home of the illustrious Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak. It has lots of pictures of the freedom fighter.

15. Gateway of Ratnagiri

2 km from city center 15 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

It is a structure with a slopped roof in the Ratnagiri jetty with Mandavi beach. The beach itself is a treat to eyes. The slope is a defense artwork build by Pratinidhi Dhondu Bhaskar, according to a popular belief.

16. Aare Mango Farm

11 km from city center 16 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Situated in a tiny village Nate of Ratnagiri, this farm has over 2000 mango trees spread over a land of 30 acres of rolling laterite hills. It is a mangoes paradise for the visitors.

17. Mandavi beach

3 km from city center 17 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Most crowded beach of Ratnagiri with a panoramic view of Ratnadurg fort in the west and Arabian sea to the south. It has a vast line of seashore upto Rajiwanda port.

18. Ganeshgule beach

14 km from city center 18 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Situated on the outskirts of Ratnagiri, it surely is a tranquil beach for a calm walk and romantic evenings. One can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful sunset.

19. Sri Devi Bhagwati Mandir

4 km from city center 19 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The temple is located within the massive Ratnadurg fort and is one of the most ancient temples in Maharashtra. Deities like 'veer vignesh' and 'ashtadashbhuj' sculptors are very unique.

20. Guhagar Beach

57 km from city center 20 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Guhagar beach is a long stretch of pristine waters and glistening sand, lined with shady Suru trees, that extends for almost 6 kilometres. This beach is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the Guhagar Taluka, and at the same time it boasts of being amongst the cleanest beaches in the entire region, which is why people love to bathe in these clear waters.

21. Anjarle Beach

98 km from city center 21 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Anjarle Beach is one of the most scenic and secluded beaches in Dapoli, and looks absolutely mesmerising with its tall palm trees and clear blue waters. The non commercialised beach is also especially famous for the ¥Kadyawarcha Ganpati', which is a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh and is located on the top of a cliff.

22. Sri Kanakaditya Temple

29 km from city center 22 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Sri Kanakaditya Temple is one of the few temples situated in Maharashtra that is dedicated to the Sun God. The main idol installed here is over 800 years old and is made out of the black stone, while the structure is made out of mud and laterite stone. The temple comes to life during the Rath Festical, when a silver chariot is taken out for religious processions.

23. Swami Swaroopanand Samadhi Math

14 km from city center 23 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Swami Swaroopanand Samadhi Math is a religious and spacious temple. This religious place houses the Samadhi of Guru Swariipananda. A must visit place in Ratnagiri, the temple is imbued with tranquility and spirituality. The shops in the temple premises are famous for selling excellent honey, religious books, devotional CDs, etc.

24. Ratnagiri Marine Museum

3 km from city center 24 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Established in 1985 by the Marine Biological Research Station, the Marine Museum is famous for its specimens of the Sea horse fish, Lion fish, Trigger fish, Sea turtles, Star fish, Lobsters and sea snakes. The separate freshwater aquarium section is home to local species like prawns, crabs, turtles and aquatic plants.

25. Parashuram Temple

66 km from city center 25 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Built beautifully incorporating the Hindu and Muslim styles of architecture, the Parashuram Temple is famous for the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu that it represents. The 300-year-old structure houses three large idols and is famous for its celebrations of the festivals of Akshaya Tritiya, Ram Navami and Mahashivratri.

26. Dhootpapeshwar Temple

43 km from city center 26 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The ancient Dhootpapeshwar Temple is located on the banks of the Mrudani River, and is surrounded by natural beauty all around. Devotees flock to the temple in large numbers on Mondays and on the occasion of Mahashivarati, which is the main festival that is celebrated here.

27. Aare Beach

12 km from city center 27 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Aare Beach is a pristine and unexplored beach that displays nature in her best form. One of the most scenic destinations in all of Maharashtra, the beach is surrounded by lush greenery and is reputed for being completely garbage free. The clean waters make it an ideal place for swimming!

28. Patit Pavan mandir

2 km from city center 28 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

The Patit Pawan Mandir is a famous Hindu temple that was built by Shriman Bhagojisheth Keer in 1931. This is a place where even untouchables can worship their God as other people would, and thus the development of the temple created a storm in an age where untouchables were constantly dehumanized.

29. Velas Turtle Festival

29 out of 29 Places To Visit in Ratnagiri

Come March, the sleepy little village of Velas in the Konkan belt of Maharashtra throngs with travellers for the ‘Velas turtle festival,’ an annual event dedicated to the conservation of Olive Ridley turtles. Held at the Velas beach of Ratnagiri, 200 kms from Pune, the Velas turtle festival has been gaining much popularity in the eco-tourism sector both nationally and internationally. While the activities of conservation of turtle eggs take place at the beach, the natives of the pristine coastal village offer visitors many exhilarant local activities and culinary experiences, turning the festival into a cherish worthy multi-day event.

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Bhatye Beach

#1 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 3 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Bhatye Beach is a marvelous beach situated at Bhatye in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Situated along the Konkan coast, it is one of the popular beaches that can be visited as part of Ratnagiri packages . 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 nature at its best here. With the bluish water, a vast expansion of silvery sands, and the clean environs sprinkled with casuarina trees, Bhatye Beach is one of the best tourist places in Ratnagiri to admire the mesmerizing sunset. The Ratnagiri Lighthouse and the famous Mandavi Beach .....

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Mandavi Beach

#2 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 2 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Mandavi Beach is located in the vicinity of Ratnagiri Town of Maharashtra. This is one of the most crowded beaches in Ratnagiri region. Mandavi Beach is blessed with beautiful seashore, which extends right up to Rajiwanda Port. This fabulous beach is surrounded by Ratnadurg Fort in the west and the majestic Arabian Sea to the south. The beach is known for its black sand and hence, the beach is often referred to as Black Sea. This beach is also known as Gateway to Ratnagiri, owing to the presence of the bastion situated at the head of the bay. Mandavi Beach is one of the busiest beaches in Maharashtra, as it is popular among water sports enthusiasts. Mandavi Beach although appears a little unattractive because of the black sand, compared to other beaches, yet it is the most sought after picnic spot in Ratnagiri. Mandavi also has the Ratnagiri Jetty along with Gateway of Ratnagiri, which is a place for evening hang out. .....

Marine Aquarium & Museum

#3 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 2.5 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Marine Aquarium and Museum is located on Ratnagiri - Bhagwati Mandir Road next to Mandavi Beach in Ratnagiri Town. The Marine Museum was established in 1985 by the Marine Biological Research Station of Ratnagiri. The Marine museum has some rare and beautiful specimens like Sea horse fish, Lion fish, Trigger fish, Sea turtles, Eels, Sea cucumbers, Star fish, Lobsters, sea snakes and many more. This museum also possess well mounted precious and age-old skeleton of Whale. The original length of the whale being 55 feet long and 5000 Kg in weight is strongly appreciated by everyone who visits this station. Taking into consideration the growing demand of general public about aquarium, a beautifully arranged and well decorated separate freshwater aquarium section has been recently developed. In this section, along with beautiful and fancy colour fishes, one can also observe locally available freshwater aquatic species like prawns, .....

Thiba Palace / Thibaw Palace

#4 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 2 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Thibaw Palace is a historical building situated on a small hillock in Ratnagiri Town of Maharashtra. This is one of the major tourist attractions of Ratnagiri. Thiba Palace is an architectural grandeur that was created for King Thibaw of Myanmar (Burma) who was in exile here. It is said that the Palace was built by the British in 1910 to keep the king of Burma under house arrest. The palace came into use from 1910 up to the king's death on 16th December 1916. The palace is a beautifully constructed three storied structure with sloping roofs. Semi-circular wooden windows with beautiful carvings are the main attraction of this structure. There is a dancing hall with marble floor on the first floor. One Buddha idol is installed at the back side of the palace. This idol was brought to India by king Thibaw. Presently the palace is maintained by ASI and it is currently under renovation. There is also a museum in the palace which displays .....

Ratnadurg Fort

#5 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 4 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand, Ratnadurg Fort is a historical fort situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea in Ratnagiri. It is one of the popular forts in Maharashtra , and among the top Ratnagiri places to visit . The fort of Ratnadurg was constructed during the rule of Bahamani Sultans. It was captured by Adilshah and then Chhatrapati Shivaji conquered the fort in the year 1670 AD. Later, the fort was controlled by Kanhoji Angre, and later handed over to Peshwas. The British captured the fort from the Peshwas in the year 1818 AD. It is among the must-visit places during your Ratnagiri trip . Spread over a vast area of 120 acres, Ratnadurg Fort was once a stronghold of the Maratha Empire. The fort was used as a watchpoint for keeping vigil on the pirates. Ratnadurg Fort is .....

Ganeshgule Beach & Temple

#6 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 21 km from Ratnagiri, Ganeshgule Beach is a beautiful beach situated at Ganeshgule village in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. It is one of the most serene Maharashtra beaches , and among the top places to visit in Ratnagiri . 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 travellers who visit the beach as of Ratnagiri packages . Ganeshgule Beach is considered a perfect place for those who want to relax and spend peaceful moments. Swimming and sunbathing are the favorite activities at the beach. This beach also has many water sport activities .....

#7 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 84 km from Ganpatipule, 90 km from Ratnagiri, 107 km from Mahabaleshwar, 125 km from Satara, 163 km from Kolhapur, 238 km from Pune, 259 km from Mumbai, and 303 km from Panjim, Chiplun is a town in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Bang on the Mumbai-Goa highway, it is one of the popular Maharashtra tourist places, and among the prominent places to visit near Kolhapur . Situated between the Western Ghats, and the Arabian Sea, Chiplun has stunning natural beauty, which includes lush greenery and stunning waterfalls. Chiplun means 'The abode of Lord Parashurama', got its name because of the famous temple it houses. Lies near the source of the Vashishti river, Chiplun is also an industrial town and happens to be one of the must include places in Konkan Tour . Chiplun was believed to be the first home of the Konkanasth or Chitpavan Brahmans. ..... Distance (From Ratnagiri): 90 Kms Trip Duration (From Ratnagiri - Including Travel): 1-2 Days .....

#8 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 48 km from Sangli, 113 km from Belgaum, 125 km from Satara, 188 km from Mahabaleshwar, 209 km from Panjim, 210 km from Hubli, 237 km from Pune, 250 km from Solapur, 388 km from Mumbai, 452 km from Nashik, 584 km from Hyderabad, and 609 km from Bangalore, Kolhapur is a city and the district headquarters of Kolhapur district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is one of the popular places of temple towns in India , and among the most famous places to visit in Maharashtra . Situated on the banks of the Panchganga River, Kolhapur is a beautiful city famed for its religious and historical sites. The ancient city finds its mention in the holy Devi Bhagavata Purana as a place of Kollamma worship. The town derives its name from a mythological story of Kolhasur - a demon who was slain by Goddess Mahalakshmi. The famous Mahalakshmi Temple is situated here in honor of Goddess Mahalakshmi, ..... Distance (From Ratnagiri): 133 Kms Trip Duration (From Ratnagiri - Including Travel): Full Day .....

#9 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 6 km from Ganeshgule and 17 km from Ratnagiri, Pawas is a quaint village situated in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Pawas is an important pilgrim center owing to Sri Swami Swarupanand Samadhi Mandir which is visited by thousands of devotees every year. Pawas is a serene place known for its natural beauty. Pawas came into the limelight after it was chosen by Swami Swaroopanad for his ashram. The Samadhi Mandir was constructed in the memory of Sri Swami Swarupanand who took Samadhi here on 15th August 1974. Swami was born on December 15, 1903 at Pawas to the couple Vishnupant and Rakhmabai Godbole. His original name was Ramchandra, but he came to be affectionately addressed as Bhau or Appa. At the age of 20, Swami took initiation from Sadguru Babamaharaj Vaidya of Pune and from that onwards he had begun his spiritual journey. Returning to Pawas, he undertook religious austerity and focused his mind on a deep study of Dnyaneshwari, Bhagvad Geeta and Dasbodh. Swami .....

Devgad Beach

#10 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 30 km from Vijaydurg Fort and 101 km from Ratnagiri, Devgad Beach is a serene beach situated in Devgad town of Sindhudurg district. Devgad is located on the Arabian Sea coast in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. The Devgad Beach is a popular picnic spot and lies just 1 km away from Devgad Bus Stand. The beach is sandwiched between the two small hills and there are some windmills located on a cliff on one end. The greenery on the beach side is marvelous. Activities like swimming and sunbathing can be enjoyed at this beach. Devgad Beach is a very clean, nice and relaxing beach. It has an ancient temple on its shores. Close to the Devgad Beach is the famous Devgad Fort. The beach also has a big harbor and a lighthouse. From the top of the lighthouse, one can enjoy the view of the passing by ships. Devgad is globally famous for its delicious saffron colored Alphonso Mangoes.

Devgad Fort

#11 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 2 km from Devgad Beach, 31.5 km from Vijaydurg Fort, 55 km from Malvan and 103 km from Ratnagiri, Devgad Fort is located at Devgad in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. Devgad town got its name from this legendary fort. Devgad Fort is situated at the confluence of Devgad Creek and Arabian Sea. Placed strategically on a narrow strip of land jutting into the Arabian Sea, Devgad Fort was constructed by Kanhoji Angre, the brave warrior of Konkan coast, in 1705 AD on a highland of the sea port of Devgad. It was used as a surveillance center. It was attacked by the British Naval Battalion in charge of Commander Walter Brown. After changing many hands, this 120 acre fort finally came under the British in 1818 AD. Now, only a few strips of the fortifications remain. The walls and the structures of this fort are still intact and in good condition. Devgad Fort commands a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea as well as the casuarinas lining the long stretch of Devgad .....

Marleshwar Temple & Waterfalls

#12 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 65 km from Ratnagiri, Marleshwar Temple is a cave temple located at Maral village near Sangameshwar in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Surrounded by the scenic Sahyadri mountain ranges, Sri Marleshwar Temple is one of the popular pilgrimage places in Maharashtra , and among the most visited Ratnagiri tourist places . Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Marleshwar Temple is one of the famous pilgrimage places to visit near Kolhapur . It is believed that the temple was built by Lord Parashuram. The shrine is most famous for the cobras which are believed to live here with the shivaling and to date have not harmed anyone. This has resulted in increasing faith in the place and every year thousands of devotees visit the place as part of their Ratnagiri tour . This .....

Dhutpapeshwar / Dhopeshwar Temple

#13 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 5 km from Rajapur Bus Stand, 55 km from Vijaydurg Fort and 61 km from Ratnagiri, Dhutpapeshwar is ancient temple situated at Dhopeshwar village in Rajapur taluka of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. Also known as Dhopeshwar, Dhutpapeshwar is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is in woody area and 2 km away from the main town. The temple is located on the banks of Mrudani River. At the both sides of the temple there are huge mountains and a river flows through it making it more beautiful. Natural beauty around it is extraordinary. Every year thousands of pilgrims from far and near visit the shrine. There is also a Datta Mandir situated near the temple. A beautiful waterfall over Mrudani River is situated near the temple site and is worth visiting. The best time to visit this waterfall is from July to November. During the period there is plenty of water. There is a huge crowd on Mondays and Mahashivaratri.

Sri Kanakaditya Temple

#14 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 29 km from Rajapur, 35 km from Ratnagiri and 59 km from Vijaydurg Fort, Sri Kanakaditya Temple is a small ancient temple located in the tiny village of Kasheli in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. Sri Kanakaditya Temple is one of the few temples in Maharashtra dedicated to the Sun God. The temple had a bright historical background. The black stone idol of Sun God was brought from Prabhas Pattan Sun temple in Gujarat before 800 years. According to the legend, it was secretly transported in a boat from the Prabhas Pattan temple during Allaudin Khilji's attack in 1296 AD. Once the boat reached Kasheli coast it was stopped moving. The boatman left the idol in a cave on the Kasheli coast where it was found by a great devotee of the Sun called Kanaka. She built this temple with laterite stone and mud near the cave. Sri Kanakaditya Temple is very famous spiritual place and is located on the way to Vijaydurg Fort from Ratnagiri. Many devotees from all over India are .....

Lokmanya Tilak Birthplace

#15 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 1 km from Ratnagiri Bus Stand and 3.5 km from Ratnadurg Fort, Lokmanya Tilak Birthplace is located in Ratnagiri Town of Maharashtra. The Museum is a monument of great historical importance and also one of the top places to visit in Ratnagiri. Tilak Ali Museum is the ancestral house of Lokamanya Balgangadhar Tilak, a prominent freedom fighter of India. He was born in Konkan region and this museum depicts his life and sacrifice for Indian freedom. The house is a classic example of native Konkani architecture and it has been turned into a museum by the state government in order to preserve the memory of the great freedom fighter. The Tilak Ali Museum depicts the life of Lokamanya Balgangadhar Tilak and his struggle for Indian Independence through paintings and pictures. The museum had a collection of personal belonging of the great leader. Visitors can also watch here lot of photographs related to the various freedom fighters. This museum is maintained by the .....

Purnagad Fort

#16 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 10 km from Ganeshgule and 24 km from Ratnagiri, Purnagad Fort is an ancient sea fort situated at Purnagad village in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. It is one of the popular forts of Konkan and also one of the best places to visit in Ratnagiri. Purnagad Fort is situated on a mountain which is at the confluence of Muchkundi creek and the Arabian Sea. It is believed that the fort of Purnagad was constructed by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, but some evidences suggested that it was constructed by Sakhoji Aangre, son of Kanhoji Angre. Spread over an area of 22 acres, Purnagad Fort has two entrance gates, one facing east and the other facing west. The main entrance door is a very robust structure between the two bastions. There is a Hanuman shrine and a well at the entrance. Pictures of Moon, Sun and Lord Ganesh are carved onto the main entrance door. Vestibules of security guards are present on the either sides of the main entrance door. There are stair cases .....

Jaigad Fort & Lighthouse, Near Ganpatipule

#17 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 19 km from Ganpatipule and 42 km from Ratnagiri, Jaigad Fort is coastal fortification that is located near Jaigad village in Maharashtra. It is one of the popular forts in Konkan region and also one of the top tourist places near Pune for history lovers. It is a protected monument under Archeological Survey of India. Jaigad Fort is one of the prime places to include in Ganpatipule tour The meeting point of the river Shashtri and Arabian Sea is called as the creek of Jaigad. For the protection of this creek two forts were constructed, one is Vijaygad at the north direction and the other is Jaigad at south. Situated on a cliff, Jaigad has a commanding view of the bay and the open sea. A jetty port and a lighthouse are located nearby. It is believed that the construction of Jaigad was initiated in 14th century and completed by Sultan of Bijapur ..... Distance (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand): 43 Kms Trip Duration (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand - Including Travel): 2-3 Hours .....

Ganpatipule

#18 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 24 km from Ratnagiri, 152 km from Kolhapur, 193 km from Mahabaleshwar, 207 km from Satara, 291 km from Lonavala, 307 km from Pune, and 345 km from Mumbai, Ganpatipule is a small pilgrimage & beach town located in the Ratnagiri district on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra in India. This is one of the top places to visit in Maharashtra and also one of the best places to visit near Pune . The town is mainly known for its 400 years old temple of Lord Ganapati which is the prime attraction in Ganpatipule tour packages . The idol of Ganesha is believed to be a monolith that was self-incarnated and discovered over 1600 years ago. The Ganesha Temple in Ganpatipule is unique because it is one of the few temples in the country in which the presiding deity faces west. Known as 'Paschim Dwar Devata', it is one of the Ashta Ganapati ..... Distance (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand): 24 Kms Trip Duration (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand - Including Travel): 2-3 Hours .....

Guhagar Beach, Near Ganpatipule

#19 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 79 km from Ganpatipule and 46 km from Chiplun, Guhagar is a pristine beach located at Guhagar in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra. It is one of the top places to visit in Ganpati Pule. Guhagar Beach is one of the cleanest and less polluted beaches in Maharashtra. It is located just 200 m from Guhagar Bus Stand towards the western side. Guhagar is the place where Vashishti River empties into Arabian Sea. Guhagar Beach is a very long beach and extends for almost 6 km between two hillocks. Guhagar Beach is the main beach and also the most prominent tourist attraction in Guhagar. The beach is dotted with thick plantations of suru trees and white sand. It is known for activities like swimming and sunbathing. The sea beach offers swings and slides to the children and camel ride to the elders. This beach is also famous for various food and beverage stalls, chaat stalls and flea markets. There are no water-sports or boating activities. There is another route ..... Distance (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand): 90 Kms Trip Duration (From Ratnagiri Bus Stand - Including Travel): 4 Hours/Half Day .....

Vijaydurg Fort

#20 of 20 Places to Visit in Ratnagiri

At a distance of 29 km from Devgad, 73 km from Malvan and 100 km from Ratnagiri, Vijaydurg Fort is an ancient fort situated on a hill near the mouth of the Vaghotan River in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. It is one of the largest forts on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra and also one of the top places to visit in Ratnagiri. It is a protected monument under ASI. Vijaydurg Fort is located at the tip of the peninsular region of Vijaydurg in Devgad Taluka. It was earlier known as Gheria because of its proximity to the village Girye and functioned as a strong military base for Admiral Kanhoji Angre. The fort is also known as the 'Gibraltar of the East' since it was so impregnable, surrounded by the Arabian Sea from three sides. The original fort was built by Bhojraja Shilahar between 1196 and 1206 AD. The Maratha king Shivaji took control of this fort from Adil Shahi dynasty in 1656 AD and renamed it as Vijay Durg. Thereafter the fort was the main Maratha naval base under Kanoji .....

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Winter from October to February is the best season to visit Ratnagiri to experience beautiful beaches, historical monuments and serene temples. December to January is the peak season in Ratnagiri and hotel prices are also very high during this time.

Ratnagiri usually requires 2 full days to visit the most important attractions. Several tourists usually prefer visiting Ratnagiri along with Ganpatipule which requires an additional day. Ratnagiri can be mixed with near by wonderful destination like Satara, Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar and Alibaug by adding few additional days to your trip.

Budget of Ratnagiri trip depends on the trip duration and category of hotel you choose for your stay along with the kind of vehicle you prefer. Ratnagiri tour packages offered by Trawell.in start from as low as INR 6750 per person for a 2D/1N trip and from INR 9550 per person for 3D/2N vacation.

Ensure to cover most important places to visit in Ratnagiri like Bhatye Beach, Mandavi Beach, Marine Aquarium & Museum, Thiba Palace, Ratnadurg Fort, Ganeshgule Beach & Temple, Devgad Beach, Devgad Fort, Marleshwar Waterfalls, etc. Ganpatipule which is around 25 km from Ratnagiri and can be visited along with Ratnagiri.

Ratnagiri has a limited number of watersports, if you want to experience watersports then visit Ganpatipule which is around 25 km from Ratnagiri which offers plenty of watersports like banana rides, row-boating, water scooters, parasailing, Motorboat, Banana Ride, pedal boats and bumper ride, etc.

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