The wealthiest state of India is also gifted by the 720km long coastline to it's west. Starting from Mumbai in north and ending with Sindhudurg in south, this coastline has number of beaches and unique attractions to surprise you. Some of these attractions are in the sea, facing waves from years still standing with pride. Let us visit these unique attractions.
The Haji ali dargah is mosque and tomb located on the islet off the coast of Worli in the southern part of Mumbai. The dargah is one of the most recognisable landmark of Mumbai. An exquisite example of Indo-Islamic Architecture, associated with legends about doomed lovers.
The shrine is visited by enormous number of people irrespective of faith and religion. This dargah was constructed in 1431.
How to Reach - This destination is well connected by Mumbai city transport. Buses and trains are available to reach destination from every part of the city. Mumbai is well connected by Flight, Train and Bus from every part of the country.
Elephanta Caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta Island, or Gharapuri (literally "the city of caves") in Mumbai Harbour, 10 kilometres to the east of the city of Mumbai.
The island, located on an arm of the Arabian Sea, consists of two groups of caves—the first is a large group of five Hindu caves, the second, a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The rock cut architecture of the caves has been dated to between the 5th and 8th centuries.
The caves are hewn from solid basalt rock. All the caves were also originally painted in the past, but now only traces remain. UNESCO declared it as World Heritage Site in 1987.
How to Reach - Ferry is available from Gateway of India to Elephanta caves. The attraction is closed on Monday for tourists. Ferry rides starts at 9am from Gateway of India and last ride from Caves is at 5.30pm.
*This attraction can be visited throughout the year but avoid peak monsoon season.
Murud-Janjira is the local name for a fort situated on an island just off the coastal village of Murud, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. The word Janjira is not native to India, and may have originated after the Arabic word Jazeera, which means an island.
Murud-Janjira Fort is situated on an oval-shaped rock off the Arabian Sea coast. It is considered as one of the strongest marine forts in India. A special attraction of this fort are 3 gigantic cannons. The fort was built at the end of 17th century
How to Reach - Murud village is reachable by State Transport buses from Mumbai or Pune. Nearest railway station is Roha. Trains are available from Mumbai to Roha.
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