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Murud Janjira Beach
MURUD JANJIRA BEACH
Formerly the capital town of the Siddis of
Janjira, Murud is today popular for its alluring beach, whispering
casuarinas, coconut and betel palms, and an ancient fort.
On a
hillock to the north is the shrine of Lord Dattatraya, the three heads
representing Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwara.
The 300-years old fort
of Janjira is an architectural marvel- once upon a time considered to be
impregnable. The palace of the Nawab and the Janjira caves are also a must
for the tourist.
And just a few kilometers away are two
undiscovered beaches :
Nandgaon and
Kashid.
Nandgaon
is famous for its Ganapati temple and the annual fair held in honour of this
elephant headed god every February.
Getting there: Roha
on Konkan Railway is the nearest railhead. Mumbai is 165 kms. by road.
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