Sightseeing Highlights:
Start by visiting the famous Janjira Fort, said to have been the pride of the island. This 950 year old sea fort sea is home to many tombs, towers, water tanks and two sweet water lakes.
To the northwest of this fort, is Padmadurg, built by the Maratha ruler, Shivaji. It is yet another sea fort to visit, not as magnificent as Janjira, but impressive nonetheless.
Visit the 300 years old Datta Mandir atop a hillock, which is also a great spot to catch an all encompassing view of the sea. The Janjira caves and the Palace of Nawab are other sightseeing highlights.
For an enjoyable picnic, head 4kms from Murud, to see the dam called Carambi Dharan, or go to Alkapuri 3-4kms away. Visit the Sidhi Vinayak Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganapati, 8kms away.
Other Activities:
You could just relax at the pristine beaches of Nadgaon and Kashid and swim and surf in the waters. Do make it a point to feast on the delicious Konkan cuisine.
Tourism Info:
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
9th Floor, Express Towers, Nariman Point
Mumbai - 400 021
Tel.: (91-22) 202 44 82, 202 45 22
A picturesque town dotted with groves of casuarina plantations and wooden cottages, Murud was the erstwhile capital of Janjira in Raigad district. This quaint fishing village was once inhabited by the Africans called Siddis who were brought to India by the slave traders. The most famous landmark here is the Janjira Fort that stands 3km out in the Arabian Sea. Built by the Siddi rulers, it is famous for never being conquered by the British, Portuguese or Marathas. |
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