Maharashtra

Maharashtra
Velneshwar

North of the Shastri river lies the idyllic village of Velneshwar.

The quite, coconut-fringed beach offers the visitor the ideal opportunity for swimming or just relaxing.

There is 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 the God Shankar or Shiva.

Getting there:

The nearest railhead is Chiplun on Konkan Railway.

By road, Mmumbai vis Chiplun and Guhagar is 370 kms. away

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