Places to visit in Maharashtra

This is the castle of Shivaji Maharaj and popular for its architecture and history.

If you are seeking a laid-back place with some solitude and peace; then Alibaug is the perfect place for you. This quiet town of Alibaug, located along the Konkan coastline is home to some stunning and unspoilt beauty. One of the most popular weekend getaway spot among all the people from Mumbai and Pune; Alibaug is a quaint town that carries a charm of its own. Away from the busy and crowded city life, Alibaug gives you a sense of peace that you might not find anywhere else.

How to reach Alibaug:

By Air: There are no direct flights to Alibaug from any city, as there is no airport here. However, the closest airport is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminal, which is around 112-113 km away from the place, in Mumbai. After reaching Mumbai, you can take either a taxi, car rental, or a bus to reach Alibaug.

By Train: The Panvel railway station is the closest railway station to Alibaug. This station is around 45-46 km away from the town and is well-connected to various other cities of the country. There will be at least one regular train that travels to the Panvel station, which is one of the best ways to reach Alibaug. From the station, you can take a cab or a rental car to reach Alibaug.

By Road: There is an ample number of regular buses that ply between different cities and Alibaug. You can comfortably book your tickets online and hop onto a bus to reach Alibaug through its scenic route. Otherwise, you can also rent a car or even hire a taxi to reach Alibaug by road with a large group of family or friends.

The best way to reach Alibaug would be, by the roadway, as you can experience the wonderful lush green vegetations along the roads as you reach the place. It is an amazing experience in itself, and is pretty safe too, as all the roads are constructed neatly and are in good condition. Alibaug is the perfect place to go for a weekend getaway

However, the Alibaug beaches, apart from its lush green vegetation, also offer a sense of familiarity to the place. Here are some of the beaches that you should definitely visit:

1.Alibaug Beach

One of the most popular beaches among them is the Alibaug beach. This stunning coastline gives you a perfect sighting of the Colaba Fort with a perfect beach view. You can also take a brief boat ride from the coast to reach this popular fort which has been occupying a great position in the ancient history. With its clean and clear coastline complemented by the historical touch, the Alibaug beach has been the most visited beach among the tourists and locals alike.

2. Kashid Beach

One of the best-unspoilt shorelines of Alibaug, the Kashid Beach is a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy. This Alibaug beach is a literal treat for both families and couples alike, owing to its amazing setting against the perfect backdrop. With the blue waters that synchronise perfectly with the lush green meadows and the sparkling white sands; the Kashid Beach is one of the paradises that you should not miss! It is one of the most beautiful Alibaug beaches.

3.Rewas Beach

One of the best Alibaug beaches, the Rewas beach is an epitome of silence and tranquillity. The Rewas beach offers some amazing jetty services to its visitors, who can travel between Alibaug and Mumbai. These jetties also allow the visitors to carry a two-wheeler vehicle along with them to ride on the beach. This pleasant coastline in Alibaug is one of the most beautiful shorelines that you will come across the city.

4. Nagaon Beach

Famous among the tourists for its clean sands, the Nagaon Beach is an undeterred coastline that should be visited at least once. It is close to many of the residences within the city and is accessible to most of the crowds. Hence, unlike the other beaches, there is a great chance for a crowd on this beach during the weekends. There are also a number of water sports activities that will take you to a different adventurous world, away from the hustle and bustle of your city life.

5. Kasim Beach

Taking part into the most unexplored places of Alibaug, the Kasim beach carries a charm of its own. This offbeat destination is a perfect place for all the people who are craving for some peace and solace. It spreads down to as far as the eye can see, and offers warm golden sands that are ideal to enjoy a holiday filled with solitude. The Kasim Beach is a favourite among the backpackers and the bohemian travellers, owing to its unique location.

6. Murud Beach

 Located along the coast of the serene Rajapuri, Murud beach is a breath of sigh for all the peace seekers. With an extremely smooth land and sea movements, this beach is the safest to play and swim for both adults and kids alike. There is also scope for various water sports like para-sailing, paragliding, or even just strolling on the warm sands of the beach. You can also take a short ferry ride to the ancient fort of Murud-Zanjira which is a perfect place to capture some memories. All-in-all, the Murud Beach is a perfect place to explore the ancient ruins of Alibaug and also get the best of the Alibaug beaches.

Nature has blessed Maharashtra with all its colours. All the elements of nature are present here in right combination and that makes this place the right place for rejuvenating the senses. You have beautiful beach locations in Mumbai, Alibaugh, Murud etc. while the hills can be enjoyed in Lonavala, Khandala, Mahabaleshwar and Lavasa.

Maharashtra is a big state that has been known for its historical remnants and cultural heritage that forms the major part of Indian culture. The government and various institutions have put in special efforts to preserve these historical remnants through the means of museum and art galleries.

The Coin Museum in Nasik houses the collection of coins and also depicts the documented history of the entire journey of Indian currency. Jahangir Art Gallery and Mahatma Gandhi Museum in Mumbai are also popular names in this genre. Raja Dinkar Museum in Pune and Chhatrapati Museum in Kolhapur are having their own cultural richness.

The state is full of landmarks. Gateway of India in Mumbai is one of the oldest and popular landmarks of the state. Other landmarks like Mahalaxmi Temple, Saras Baug, Shinhgarh fort and many more are also there to make your travel experience immortal.

This famous park is also known as Borivali National Park and is located in Mumbai. Lion safari has remained the main attraction of this place.

The religious places of every faith have found the place in Maharashtra. Shirdi has been one of the prime places of pilgrimage where both Hindus and Muslims visit from all over India. Nasik is also considered to be the holy city for Hindus as the most divine Kumbh Mela is arranged here every three years and even this place hosts Maha Kumbh Mela every twelve years.

Hazi Ali Tomb in Mumbai is believed to be more than 800 years old. The devotees of all faith visit this place. The path to this tomb from mainland gets submerged in water every year during heavy monsoon.

There are many other religious places like Mount Merry Church, Osho Ashram, Mahalaxmi temple in Kolhapur and several other holy places that make this region ideal for pilgrimage.

Sea cruise in Mumbai may also add the thrill to the entire tour as you can travel through the never ending ocean and enjoy the cool breeze at sunset hour.

The rich culture of this state can be enjoyed everywhere starting from Konkan region to Vidarbha. The costumes and cuisines of Maharashtra are still alive in all parts of the state. You can enjoy the popular Lavani dance at various shows conducted here.

While in Pune, this monument is worth visiting. It has wonderful architecture backed by the historical importance. Mahatma Gandhi was imprisoned here for quite some time and this is the place where Kasturba breathed her last breath.