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Ganapatipule - गणपती पुळे |
![Ganapatipule Temple Deity [Sanctum Sanctorum]](Images/Ganapatipule/ganpatipule5.JPG)
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Ganpatipule is situated along the western coast of Maharashtra 375Km
south of Mumbai, along the Konkan coast. A small village, its clean, lovely beaches
attract the beach fanatics and the spiritually - inclined alike. Ganpatipule is
one of the 'Ashta Ganapatis' (eight Ganpatis) of India and called the 'Paschim
Dwar-Dewata' (Western Sentinel God).
The red and pink well maintained, picturesque temple is located right on the silver
beach. An aura of silence and tranquility pervade the temple compared to some of
the busier and more commercial temples of the country.
According to the local folklore,
the Hindu god - Ganapati, taking umbrage by a remark made by a native lady, moved
to Pule (a few kilometers ahead of the town) from his original abode of Gule. Thus
the region was named Ganapatipule.
A clean and breathtaking clear-water beach is one of the main attractions for tourists,
along with the Ganapati temple. The Hindu temple is reconstructed in special Rajasthani
style and look, and attracts thousands of devotees from all parts of Maharashtra,
other states and foreigners. MTDC resorts also offer bamboo house stay, tents and
small boats for rides. Maharashtrian pickles, seafood, coconut and mangoes are some
of the gustatory delicacies in this town.
The Ganapatipule is very popular for weekend tourists from in and around Ratnagiri
district.
Water Sport facility available (Except during monsoon).
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Reaching here |
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By Air |
Nearest Airport is Mumbai [Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport] |
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By Road |
While moving towards Ratnagiri, on Mumbai Goa National Highway [NH-17], after Sangameshwar
a small village placed on this highway is Nivali. From Nivali, one has to take right
turn for Ganapatipule. Nivali to Ganapatipule is 32Km. Nivali to Ratnagiri is around
20Km. Nivali to Hatkhamba is around 4Km. From Hatkhamba one has to take right turn
for Ratnagiri, which is 16Km from here. Sangameshwar to Nivali is around 25Km. Chiplun
Sangameshwar distance is 45Km. From Ganapatipule one can directly approach Ratnagiri
without coming to Nivali and going through Hatkhamba. The direct road is fullof
turns and little narrow compared to NH-17. But the journey is full of natural beauty
and sea view. That distance is around 30Km.
Mumbai-Ganapatipule : 375kms. (via Mahad)
Pune-Ganapatipule : 331kms. (via Satara)
Kolhapur-Ganapatipule : 144kms |
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By Train |
There is no train station at Ganapatipule. One has to get down either at Ratnagiri
station or at Karbude [on the Konkan Railway]. All the express and local trains stops at Ratnagiri Junction
[Station Code : RN], being a city. Karbude is a small village and only "passenger"
train will stop.
Ratnagiri - Ganapatipule : 50Kms |
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By Public Transport |
Ample number of State Transport buses are available from Ratnagiri bus station.
Ganapatipule
is also connected with other cities by state transport buses. StateTransport buses ply from Mumbai and Ratnagiri to Ganapatipule. MTDC bus plies between Mumbai & Ganapatipule.(Seasonal)
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Accommodation |
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Beach Resorts |
MTDC has a beach resort at Ganapatipule. It is a full fledged resort with water sports, and other adventure sporting facilities.
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Checkout Time |
9.00 a.m |
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Reservation |
Contact MTDC Mumbai/Ratnagiri/Goa/Pune/Kolhapur
& Ganapatipule. |
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