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Ratnagiri (रत्नागिरी)
is a coastal district of Maharashtra state, situated in the western coast of India. It has north-south length of about 180 km and average east-west extension of about 64 km. Sahyadri hills surround it in
the east beyond which there are Satara, Sangli and Kolhapur districts, Raigad district
in the north, the Arabian Sea in the west and Sindhudurg district in the south.
Ratnagiri can be physically divided into 3 zones.
Coastal Zone
This zone extends to about 10-15 km from
seacoast and generally has low altitude and about 2500 mm rainfall. Most of the
activities in this area are connected with sea. This area contains numerous beaches,
creeks, sea forts, harbors, hot water springs, caves, temples and other religious
places, places of scenic beauty as well as birthplace of some great personalities.
The possible tourist activities include inland and sea water ways, sailing, boating,
water sports like water scooter, canoeing, fishing, camping, marinas, coastal resorts
and marine parks; but the major problem is the lack of easy accessibility and road
network.
Hill area Zone
This area includes the western slopes of
Sahyadri and extends up to about 10-15 km. It generally has medium to high altitude
with high rainfall of about 3500 mm. A large area in this zone is covered by forest
although it is deteriorating very fast. A substantial drop in temperature is experienced
at places exposed to the rising western breeze. This area contains hill forts, ghat
roads, forests, wild life, etc. It gives panoramic views at many places.The possible
tourist activities include trekking, hiking, forest camps, holiday resorts, bird
sanctuaries, wild life safari, etc.
Middle Zone
This area lies between the coastal and
hill areas and generally has a medium altitude. It is more accessible due to the
Bombay-Goa-Highway as well as the Konkan railway. However, it contains very few
places of tourist interest, mostly religious places and hot water springs.
» DISTRICT AT A GLANCE
- Over 85% of the land surface in Ratnagiri district is hilly. All rivers in the district originate in the Sahyadri ranges and flow from east to west and merge in Arabian Sea. The important rivers of the district are Vashisthi, Jagabudi Bay and Naringi.
- It has
167 km long sea coast which contains many beaches, pats, and forts.
180 km long Sahyadri hill range, contains hills, hill forts, wild life and many places of scenic beauty.
Number of creeks-ideal and safe for water sports, boating, fishing, swimming, camping etc.
Few rivers-which are navigable up to about 40 km distance from sea is also a good attraction for water front activities.
Natural wonders like hot water springs at few places.
- Hills, sea shores, creeks, rivers, hot water springs, forests, water falls, & religious places attract tourists &
pilgrims from great distance.
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Birthplaces of many famous personalities like Lokmanya Tilak, freedom fighters, politicians, poets, authors etc.
- Alphonsa Mangoes [Hapus], Cashewnut, Kokum, Coconut etc.
are famous for their quality and taste.
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Vivid cultural activities like folk dances and drama; local arts and crafts. Konkan is famous for its koli dances, the Dashavatari drama etc.
- Characteristic Konkan cuisine, especially non-vegetarian dishes of fish, prawns and seafood are mouth-watering.
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General Information |
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Division |
Konkan |
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District Area |
8,208Sq. Kms |
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District Population |
16,96,777
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Climate |
Tropical |
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Rainfall |
Cms (Annual) |
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Monsoon Season |
June - September |
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Min. Temperature |
Deg C. |
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Max. Temperature |
Deg C. |
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Clothing |
Cotton Clothes |
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Tourist Season |
Apr-Jun 10; Oct-Dec |
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How to get here |
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By Air |
The nearest Airport is Chatrapati
Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai |
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By Rail |
Ratnagiri is connected to Mumbai in the North & Mangalore in the south by
Konkan Railway. |
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By Road |
Ratnagiri is well connected to Mumbai/ Pune/ Goa/Kolhapur
Mumbai - Ratnagiri -> 356Kms
Pune - Ratnagiri -> 365Kms
Goa - Ratnagiri -> 240Kms
Kolhapur - Ratnagiri -> 130Kms
Bangalore - Ratnagiri (via Kolhapur)-> 730Kms |
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