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Murud-Karde is a coastal hamlet on the Arabian Sea, situated in the Dapoli sub-division of Ratnagiri District in Maharashtra. This hamlet features one of the longest beaches of the Konkan belt, known as Murud-Karde Beach.
The hamlet in the Konkan region of Maharashtra was under the Mauryas, Silaharas, Chalukyas, Kadambas and Portuguese during olden times. The Marathas and the British were the last to rule over the Sawantwadi territory of those times.
There are several sightseeing options in and around Murud-Karde, most notable being the Durga Devi Temple. Built in the 18th century, this temple features 28 carved wooden pillars adjacent to the porch. There is a huge bell within the shrine, which was captured by Chimji Peshwa from the Portuguese in Vasai. Among other noteworthy religious shrines around the coastal hamlet are Keshavraj and Vyaghreshwar Temple.
Karde is a beautiful beach, west of the Maharashtra Konkan coastline, at a distance of 12 km from Dapoli, which is a popular spot for dolphin watching. Harnai nearby has historic ports and forts along the rocky coast. Suvarnadurg Fort along with sub-forts such as Goa Fort, Fategad and Kanakdurga on the coastline are the highlights of the fishing village of Harnai.
Travellers can also explore Panhalekaji Caves and the hot spring of Unhavare which are other sightseeing attractions of the coastal region. Murud-Karde is well-known for its culture, which is reflected in its festivals like Holi, Deepawali and Makar Sakranti and folk dances.
The coastal hamlet is well-connected by road and is also served by NH 17. Buses operated by the Maharashtra State Transport connect Murud. The closest railway station to Murud-Karde is Khed, which is at a distance of 40 km from Dapoli town. The nearest airport is at Ratnagiri, which has limited flight operations.
The climatic conditions remain warm and humid round the year influenced by the Arabian Sea on the west. October to March has moderate weather conditions and is the best time to visit Murud-Karde.
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Murud-Karde is a village located in Dapoli, a sub-division of Ratnagiri District of Maharashtra. The prime attraction of the destination is the Murud-Karde Beach. Dolphin watching and paragliding are some of the activities enjoyed at the beach.
Another popular attraction is the Panhalekaji Caves that are believed to be around thousand years old. Hindu and Buddhist sculptures are carved on the walls of the caves. Hot springs in Unhavare Village, situated near the Panhalekaji Caves, are also popular.
Other sites, such as the Durga Devi Temple, Keshavraj Temple and Vyaghreshwar Temple, are situated in proximity to Murud-Karde. The Durga Devi Temple is known for its twenty eight carved wooden pillars. The temple has a bell that was taken away from the Portuguese by Chimji Peshwa. Another famous temple is the Keshavraj Temple in Asud, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Lord Shiva is the presiding deity of the Vyaghreshwar Temple.
The Suvarnadurg Fort in Harnai was constructed in the 17th century by the Bijapur kings. The fort has water tanks and several buildings that lie in ruins. The Fatehgarh Fort and the Kanakdurga Fort are situated in proximity to the Suvarnadurg Fort.
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