Velneshwar Tourism: Hotels, Reviews, Packages, Photos, Maps, Experience, Itinerary

Located in the north of the Shastri river, Velneshwar is a quiet village and is 170 km from Ratnagiri, The village has an adjoining beach that is clean and natural fringed with coconut palms. Velneshwar beach is one of the more important Konkan coast beaches and beach towns. Swimming and other water sports are possible there as the beach is free from rocks. 

The beach here is a calm and lovely one, which is very safe for swimming. There is also an old Shiva temple in the environs, which is often frequented by pilgrims. Velneshwar is the focus of attention once a year in March, when the Maha Shivaratri fair is held in honour of Lord Shiva. One can also visit Anjanwale fort, which is also known as Gopalgadh, located at the top of the mountain and the Parashuram