Wednesday, November 24, 2010

LADGHAR

Ladghar is a lovely place increasingly becoming popular for its nice beach and an unspoiled landscape that will refresh your spirit and recharge your energies. This beach is known as "Tamas Teertha" as some part of the sea appears to be red in colour. This beach has religious value and the bathing here is a big attraction. Also, it's a great spot for swimming, either in the sea or in the adjacent area where a river empties into the sea. Some part of beach is covered with coloured pebbles and boulders, creating a beach-rock collector's paradise. For those wanting a more strenuous walk this is a spectacular piece of coastline

The area is undeveloped, has an untouched feel and is beautiful around sunset. Viewing the sunset here is a breathtaking experience as the beach, sea and the horizon get bathed in numerous shades of red colour. One can also participate in dolphin watching trip in boats. This beach has the two beautiful, ancient temples - one of Lord Shiva known as "Veleshwar" and other of Lord Datta situated on a small hill. You can take a 15 min beach walk on the north side to reach this beautiful Datta temple.

If you wish to enjoy mouthwatering, delicious fish food then Ladghar is the place for you. It houses some really good resorts famous for serving fresh fish in local cuisine. On the south side of the beach is a small fishing village called Burondi. The fishing boats with their twinkling lights make the Burondi harbor a fascinating sight to watch in the evenings.

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Photo Tour to Dapoli region


Dear Friends,

As we all know kokan is a hidden paradise. nature gave its extreme beauty to this region. we tried to capture some of it through our lenses. we visited dapoli and click some very good photos of Kehavraj Temple, Wyaghrshwar Temple, Anjarle Hill Sunset Point and Harney Port.

this region is having a very good potential for photo tourism, we are trying to promote this concept in kokan.........

Go through the locations we visited in this tour
Anjarle Hill Sunset Point
Anjarle Hill Sunset Point
While visitng Dapoli. Anjarle is the most visited location by toutist. the Temple of Ganesha ia known as Kayawarcha Ganpati as the temple is located at the edge of the Hill. while visting this temple you are going through one of the most beautifull location in kokan ( Anjarle Sunset Point) it is on Dapoli - Kelshi Road (Harney Bypass), exactly at the top of the Harney Hill. one can see the beautiful & heartbreaking view of sunset..........


Keshavraj Temple, Asud

Shree Keshavraj temple is located amidst lush green land, a perennial stream and rolling hills. You can park your car on the Asud Bag road and take a 15 minute trek through coconut, betel nut, mango and cashew trees to reach here. The natural spring originates at the hill top and flows down to the front of the temple supplying water to the stone carved cow mouth (Gomukh) throughout the year. The surroundings are calm and tranquil interrupted only by the harmonious chirping of birds.



Sculpture at Wyaghreshwar Temple
Way to Keshavraj Temple, Asud

Wyaghreshwar Temple
Shree Vyaghreshwar temple lies on the riverbank and is about 1000 years old. You cannot but marvel at the wonderful Hemadpanthi style architecture. A congregation hall leads to the sanctum (Gabhara) which houses a Swayambhu (self-emerged) Shivling. The canopy outside the sanctum is supported on wooden carved pillars. A large sculpture of Nandi, the vehicle of Lord Shiva stands in front. The platform of this temple has sculptures of dancers. There is also a small temple of Kalbhairav. Shree Vyaghreshwar is the family God (Kuladaiwat) of many Chitpavan Kokanastha Brahmins, mainly the Ranades.

The entire temple premises are surrounded by a massive stone wall and hills that provide protection from natural disasters. Just outside this wall is a temple of Shree Zolai Devi, the guardian goddess of the village. The beautiful Shree Vyaghreshwar temple is also well known for its reference in the Marathi Novel and movie “Garambicha Bapu”.


Harnei Port

Harnai port is the main fishing village. Every evening hundreds of fishing boats come back after fishing and gather to auction their catch. The fish auction is the essential trade step between fish landings and the trade. Business worth lakhs of rupees is carried out daily between 4 pm to 7 pm. Loads and loads of Pomfret, kingfish, mackerel, white jumbo prawns, lobsters, squids, sting rays and many more varieties of fish are auctioned and sent to Mumbai, Cochin as well as exported to the international market. You can also participate into the fish auction and bid for fish of your choice. It is an unforgettable experience for all seafood lovers. Watching fish auctions has become one of the major tourist attractions at Harnai.

From temples to beaches and ancient forts, Harnai has it all. It houses four fortsviz. Suvarnadurg, Kanakdurg, Goa

Fort and Fategad. Suvarnadurg is a shore fort and surrounded by sea on all sides. It was conquered and refurbished by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1660. It was also a base for the Maratha navy ship-building facility. Suvarnadurg fort was the base for Kanhojee Angrey who was the chief of Maratha Navy. Kanhojee Angrey spent his childhood in Suvarnadurg fort, of which he was later the Governor. He set up powerful fleet of warships to protect the western coast of Konkan from British, French, Dutch and Portuguese attacks. Suvarnadurg fort is a landmark in Konkan.


Panhalekaji

Panhalekaji, the famous rock-cut caves are situated on the bank of the river Kotjai which further meets the Dabhol creek. These historical manmade caves are believed to be more than 1000 years old and are the great examples of ancient cultural and architecture. There are a total 29 rock cut-caves, both big and small spread along the river bank. You can find Buddhist as well as Hindu religious rock hewn sculptures similar to Anjantha caves. There are sculptures of Ganesh, Saraswati and scenes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana on the walls.

The carvings in these rock-cut caves create a unique blend of history of that period and natural beauty. It may take couple of hours to see all these caves in detail. One can also relax in the shadow of Mango trees, enjoy a refreshing swim in the river or simply stop and admire the outstanding scenery that this area has to offer. You can also take a walk along the river bank to enjoy the flora and fauna on both sides. Jungle covered mountains lie on both sides of the river. There is also a fort called "Pranaldurg" at top of the mountain. Every visitor feels in harmony with the nature, which breathtakingly unfolds around the river. In this remote area you can see variety of birds flying around and you may also get chance to spot Asian river otters.



Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Ride to explore Konkan through Coastal Highway….




Tour Type: Bike Tour

Tour Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days

Tour Dates: 10th Dec 10 to 12th Dec 10

Tour Schedule:
Day-1 Early morning Flag from off from Panvel (07:00am) en route breakfast at Nagothane then proceeds towards Dive agar then visit Harihareshwar Temple, Lunch at Harihareshwar. Post lunch proceed towards Dapoli via Bagmandla-Kolmandla Ferryboat, en route visit Kelshi – Welas. Evening visit Anjarle Ganesh Temple & Harney Port (Fish Auction). Leisure time at Murud beach.
Overnight at Murud / Karde

Day-2 Early morning dolphin ride at Murud seashore. After breakfast visit Chandika caves and Dabhol Port (Dabhol-Dhopave Ferryboat). Lunch at Guhagar. Post lunch visit Wyadeshwar Temple then further proceed towards Ganpatipule via Narvan – Jaigad Ferryboat en route visit Welneshwar & Hedavi Temple. Evening visit Jaigad Fort & Karhateshwar Temple. Late evening visit Ganesh Temple and Ganpatipule Beach.
Overnight at Ganpatipule.

Day-3 After breakfast proceeds back to Mumbai (372kms) en route visit Parshuram Temple (Chiplun). Late evening arrival at Panvel.

Tour Cost: Rs.1800/- per person

Tour Cost Includes:
• Accommodation on dormitory basis.
• Food (Breakfast-Veg Lunch-Evening Tea-Non Veg Dinner).
• Ferryboat charges &Boating charges.
• Service Charges

Tour Cost Excludes:
• Fuel Charges
• Meals other than above schedule
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Other Personal Expenses

Support Provided:
• Utility Vehicle
• First Aid Service
• Technical Assistance
• Communication Support (Walky Talky)
• Navigational Support (Map)

Let’s enjoy the life on wheels…. The journey of lifetime

For More Details Contact
Nilesh 9773395010
Saurabh 9619187755
Nikhil 9833424268

Discover Kokan - Photo Tour To Dapoli

Discover Konkan arranges 2 days photo tour to Dapoli Region

The golden opportunity for inmatuared as well as experienced photographer tao capture this heavenly locations.........
Locations going to visit
Keshavraj Temple, Asud
Anjarle Temple, Anjarle
Harney Port, Harney
Fishermans Collony, Pajapandhari
Karde Beach
Panhalekaji, Caves

For more detrails
Contact
Nilesh 9773395010
Saurabh 9619187755

Friday, August 13, 2010

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